The single‑slope 3:12 roof keeps layout simple, yet the frame still showcases eye‑catching craftsmanship: spline and scarf joints complement traditional pegged mortise‑and‑tenon connections. Two‑foot overhangs shield doors and siding, while heavy 8× and 6× timbers guarantee decades of service—whether you’re storing vehicles, wrenching on motorcycles, or relaxing in a sleek “not‑so‑tiny” home.
Ready‑to‑Raise Kits—Precision on a Pallet
Skip the guesswork and start building faster with our Ready‑to‑Raise Kit:
- CNC‑cut, pre‑drilled timbers—bundled and clearly labeled by assembly stage
- All hardwood pegs and structural hardware packaged in sequence
- Illustrated raising guide and on‑call support from our timber‑frame team
Most crews—or an ambitious DIY group—can set, peg, and top out the frame in a single weekend, saving labor costs and ensuring a perfect fit.
Custom Design—Tailored to Your Vision
Need a steeper roof for solar panels or snow load? Want dormer windows, an attached shed roof, or hybrid steel connectors for hurricane zones? Our in‑house architects will customize any element—roof pitch, window/door layout, timber species, even energy‑efficiency upgrades. We’ll provide updated engineering and shop drawings ready for permit and production.
Why Choose the 24 × 24 Lean‑To with Loft?
- 872 sq ft adaptable footprint—garage, studio, guest house, or all three
- Double‑height great‑room with 13‑ft window wall potential
- Showcase joinery—spline, scarf, and mortise‑and‑tenon throughout
- Ready‑to‑Raise convenience—pre‑cut kit slashes build time and errors
- Custom design support—from minor tweaks to full bespoke redesigns
Build faster, customize freely, and enjoy the enduring beauty of heavy‑timber construction—delivered to your site ready to raise and designed to fit your life perfectly.
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Can you do this but bigger like 30 x40 est
We certainly can- check out our custom design services here.
Hi,
May I ask if these plans are in metric?
In case «they are available in metrics too» please make sure it is not a simple conversion.
A few years ago I purchased a GoKart plan that was a conversion from inches to cm and all dimensions had tiny decimals that were impossible to hold. Bitterly, the plan (and my money) ended in the bin.
Regards.
Our plans are in Imperial measurements. Thank you for asking.
Does this plan include drawings for 4/12 and 5/12 pitch roofs like some of your other mono-pitch design plans?
No, it is only designed with a 3:12 pitch
Could I get this plan, but to match a similar plan I found online that is stick built, also about 10 feet wider?
We do take on custom projects and would like to talk to you further about yours. Check out our page, HERE, describing what we offer and the process of our custom design services.
Fill out the design questionnaire so we can understand your needs. That’s the best way to communicate with our team and get an estimate for design services.
Hi Katrina,
I’m looking at this design for a seasonal cottage, maybe a full-time residence…could you tell me what size timbers are required for this build? I have a lead on some freshly cut white pine and the sizes vary in this selection. Cheers!
Posts –8×8
Eve Plates – 8×10
Purlins –8×10
Joists – 4×8
Tie Beams – 8×10
Braces – 4×8
I’m looking at the 24×24 Timber Frame Lean-to with Loft,
Could you tell me what size timber and lengths required for this build are so I can get a quote on the lumber before I buy the plans, verry interested?
Thanks so much, Robert Plank
Robert the timbers are as follows: Timbers
Posts –8×8x 14, 18,20
Eve Plates – 8×10×12, 20
Purlins –8×10×12, 20
Joists – 4×8×12
Tie Beams – 8×10×12
Braces – 4×8×5
Rafter -6x8x16
The plan requires 4246 board feet.