
The Opossum Creek Garage isn’t just a garage—it’s a thoughtful blend of workspace and home, designed to fit beautifully into any neighborhood or property. Whether you need a timber frame garage, a home office, a studio, or a workshop paired with a spacious living space above, this flexible structure lets you build up—not out.
Key Features:
- Heated Living Space: 1,440 sq ft
- Covered Decks: 360 sq ft
- Total: 1,800 sq ft
Main Floor: Workspace Flexibility
- Timber frame craftsmanship throughout the workshop or garage area
- Wide-opening barn doors for natural light, airflow, or accommodating vehicles and large equipment
- Ideal for a home office, studio, workshop, or vehicle storage
- Covered deck for shade and curb appeal
Upper Level: Comfortable Living
- Open-concept living with a U-shaped kitchen flowing into a dining area and great room
- Cathedral ceilings and dormers for a bright, spacious feel
- One-bedroom suite spanning the width of the home for privacy and comfort
- Second-story deck for outdoor relaxation and entertaining
Thoughtful Design Details:
- Efficient use of the small footprint without sacrificing style or function
- Multiple storage opportunities integrated into the design
- Classic timber frame aesthetics that create both strength and curb appeal
Whether you’re starting a home business, creating a studio retreat, or simply adding elegant living space, the Opossum Creek Garage is Ready-to-Raise™ and ready to become the foundation of your next chapter.
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We take immense pride in our team of exceptionally skilled timber frame designers. Each member is not only equipped with the finest tools but also possesses a profound understanding of how different materials intricately come together to realize your vision. This deep expertise in both design and material synergy is crucial in crafting the ideal timber frame structure tailored just for you.
Our commitment to excellence extends to our engineering team, specialists in timber frame structures, many of whom hold doctorates in their field. Sharing your passion for timber framing, our engineers work closely with you, ensuring that every aspect of the frame's design is customized to suit your specific location. This collaborative process guarantees that you receive all necessary documentation for permits, including detailed engineered reaction diagrams, ensuring your construction proceeds smoothly and stays on schedule.
The culmination of this meticulous process is a comprehensive set of construction drawings. These detailed plans not only provide a clear guide for your kit's assembly but also include a complete list of timbers and fasteners, serving as an invaluable reference throughout the installation of your frame. Our goal is to ensure that every step, from initial design to final construction, is seamless, transparent, and perfectly aligned with your project's needs.
After we've collaboratively chosen the ideal wood type for your project, we proceed to source the highest quality timber through our network of trusted mills. Ensuring that every piece meets our exacting standards, we then transport the timber to one of our cutting facilities. There, the joinery is meticulously crafted using CNC machines. Every joint, drilling, mortise, and tenon is cut with precision, adhering to tight tolerances for impeccable quality and fit.
Following the cutting process, all timbers are systematically labeled according to the production numbers assigned during the creation of your model and plans. This meticulous process ensures that every component of your timber frame is prepared with the utmost attention to detail, ready for the next phase of your project.
Included with your package are all the pegs, fasteners, screws, and connectors you need to put your ready-to-raise frame together. You will also get a detailed list for you to refer to while raising your frame.
We carefully package and securely transport your timber frame and all necessary hardware directly to your location. In sync with you, we'll coordinate the delivery schedule, ensuring that we agree on an approximate time on the designated date. To facilitate a smooth and safe unloading process, it's important to have equipment on hand capable of lifting up to 5,000 lbs. Once everything is delivered and in place, the exciting phase of bringing your project to life begins.

At Timber Frame HQ, we embrace the philosophy of 'One Person, One Project.' This approach ensures that each client is paired with a dedicated Project Manager who will be your point of contact throughout the entire project. We believe in offering personalized, consistent support to make your journey with us as smooth and fulfilling as possible.
Our commitment extends beyond just providing exceptional timber frames. As your construction resource, we'll be by your side for the duration of your project, ready to offer expert advice, support, and answers to all your queries. Our goal is to make the process of raising your timber frame not just successful, but also a deeply rewarding experience.
We invite you to visit our 'About Us' page to learn more about our values, our team, and how we can bring your timber framing vision to life with a touch of personal care and professional excellence.
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We understand that every project is unique, so we offer extensive customization options for our plans and kits. Choose from various sizes, roof styles, and finishes to match your style and landscape. Our design team is dedicated to helping you create the perfect plan that reflects your vision.
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Could you please tell me the ceiling height for the garage and upstairs?
Thanks
Greg,
I just sent you an email with a pdf of a section of the garage that will have all the dimension on it.
Cheers,
Brice
What is the the footprint of the structure less the porch??
Pat,
Sorry for my delayed response. The garage is 20 wide x 36 feet long.
Brice
Brice,
My sawmill can cut 16ft 6in would i need any timbers longer than this to build the opossum creek?
Thanks David
Cassatt SC.
The longest one that you will need is 16’3″ so you should be good to go.
Brice
Do the plans come with a cut list an everything ? An how many pages are in the plans ?
Yes, the plan has all the timbers pulled out, into individual drawings and dimensioned. There are 13 sheets in this drawing, they are sized for 24×36 sheets. You can get them printed at a local printer or office supply store.
I was wonder the heights for the garage and the upstairs. I’m hoping the garage is at least 12feet tall.
The garage downstairs is 10′ but, would be easy to add 2′ to the wall height the up. From the upstairs subfloor to the peak of the roof is just over 13′
Sound possible thanks for reply.
Hi Brice,
How difficult would it be to turn the shed roof into a deck? My thought is to access the 2nd floor deck via a door through the living room.
Thanks,
Mike
It can be turned into a deck. The key is to waterproof it correctly. I would look to some of the commercial flat roof systems.
Could the downstairs be converted into living space with a kitchen with future use as a garage. Would also mean filling in garage door due to insulation/aesthetics.
Yes, you can modify the downstairs to fit your needs, adding doors and windows for more light and options.
Hello.
Can this be built into a 26′ x 36′ instead of 20′ x 36′?
Yes! If you are interested in getting this plan adjusted head to https://timberframehq.com/custom-design/ and fill out the questionnaire. That will get you connected directly with the design team and set up for a preliminary call to discuss your project.
What is the total height at the peak of the roof and wall height please? Our city code uses a “midpoint” of the roof pitch from the wall height to the peak for what they allow as a maximum height. Thank you!
The height at the roof peak is 25′-4 3/4″. The wall height is 19′-7 1/2″.