Types of Barns
A barn is often defined as an agricultural storage building; however, these structures are not limited by such a simple description. Barns can be built in a variety of different styles and for an almost limitless number of purposes.
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Timber Frame Design
What is a Cross Laminated Timber?
Necessity is the mother of invention. Born in Europe, cross-laminate timber (CLT) was developed as large timbers became more difficult to source and as an alternative to non-wood construction. CLT made its way to North America.
How to Build a Functional Master Bathroom
If you were asked to pick the most functional room in your home, what would you say? A lot of people might think it’s the kitchen, which is certainly a valid choice. After all, it’s one space that you couldn’t …
Why Build a Small Home?
It is increasingly common to see news articles and blog posts about intrepid small-home owners and the ingenious solutions they use in building their space-saving houses. Like most people, you probably spent a few minutes looking through the photos and …
How To Convert An Old Barn Into A New Home
If you want to combine the timelessness of a historic structure with the comforts of a modern home you might want to convert an old barn into a new residence or outbuilding. Converting an old barn frame into a new …
Lighting a Timber Frame – Thoughts and Practice
Lighting a timber frame house is a bit more challenging than lighting an ordinary one. In the interiors of a timber frame, you can actually see the timber beams and posts on the ceilings and walls. These are exposed on …
Adding Versatile Space With A Timber Frame Shed
It seems that no matter how organized you are or how large your garage is, there always seems to be an overflow of lawn and garden supplies. Adding versatile space with a timber frame shed to your backyard or garden …
Planning Your Outdoor Space
Whether you’re building a new home or moving into a new-to-you place, creating a master plan for your yard and property is a good way to get a handle on what can be a big, expensive project. Planning your outdoor …
10 Reasons To Cover Your Timber Frame Deck
Many homeowners have patios or timber frame decks they enjoy during warm, dry weather, but once the rain starts or the winter season begins, that piece of real estate closes down for the season. So much new home construction includes …
Universal Design – Your Forever Timber Frame Home
Back when I designed my home it was important for my wife and I to be able to grow old in it and as my parents get older it has become more important for me to design for others with …
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