A constant that remains in our business is educating others on the differences between timber frames and post-and-beam construction. Many times, the terms are used interchangeably. However, they are not synonyms. Both construction styles honor the rustic appearance of exposed timbers in a building’s profile, adding a natural beauty to the space.…
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How do we make a house a home? We design and create a warm and inviting space by paying close attention to the home’s floor plan. There are so many ways to go about designing timber frame home plans, but many will agree there are some fundamental things that must be included. The easiest route to take when building your custom timber frame…
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When someone thinks about a commercial construction project, visions of steel and concrete likely dance around in their head. Fewer people think about timber commercial buildings that utilize natural resources like timber. But the sophisticated style and energy efficiency that come with timber frames make them the perfect building material for…
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Mass timber is starting to get the attention it deserves in the United States. Over the past few years, Canada and parts of Europe have been embracing this growing construction trend, and now the United States is taking its turn and better understanding the benefits of constructing tall wood buildings. But you may be asking yourself,…
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Few things exemplify the aesthetic of a heavy timber structure like trusses soaring overhead, supporting a high ceiling, giving the space a feeling of grandeur. Whether in a home, commercial space, or barn, these structural systems are a hallmark of heavy timber construction and timber framing, allowing trusses to serve both functional and architectural…
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Barns might typically be associated with farmland, but in today’s market, they have functions beyond just housing animals and farm equipment. More specifically, barns are becoming desirable options for wedding and event venues. Timber frame “party barns” are trending as one of the top venue choices for wedding ceremonies and receptions…
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When planning a new home, builders have no shortage of materials to choose from — each offering its own set of advantages and limitations. Whether it’s conventional stick-built framing, steel, or concrete, the decision ultimately comes down to what aligns best with your vision, values, and long-term goals. While these alternatives aren’t…
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Our team of timber frame builders and designers at Mid-Atlantic Timberframes frequently work with custom home builders. Because we are not a general contractor, we must rely on them to take the timber frame plans we design and then execute the actual timber frame home build for our clients. The custom home builders our customers choose do not…
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5 Ways to Save on the Cost of a Timber Frame Home Before starting the process of designing a timber frame home, it’s best to know your budget—or at least a ballpark budget. You’ll want to keep it in mind as you begin to make your list of design wants versus design needs. Timber frame home prices vary due to the custom-build aspect of them,…
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What’s that saying, “A picture’s worth a thousand words”? If that’s the case, then an in-person view must be worth a million, surely. So you’re in the beginning stages of drawing up your timber frame home plans. You’ve decided on the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, you already have paint colors picked out in your head, and you…
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