Choosing a general contractor for your timber frame home or structure may be the single most important decision you’ll make after selecting your timber frame company. Your general contractor will be responsible for transforming your timber frame plans into reality—coordinating […]
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Building a pavilion, shed, or home addition with timber frame construction can enhance the beauty and functionality of your property. However, if you live in a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA),
Navigating HOA Approvals for Timber Frame Projects: A Comprehensive Guide Read More »
Embarking on a timber frame construction project is thrilling but necessitates understanding building codes and permits…
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When planning your home, you are undoubtedly aware of the high-energy efficiency a timber frame house provides. However, obtaining an Energy Star qualification ensures a number of benefits that are both intrinsic and monetary.
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If you’ve always wanted to build your own timber frame home but are overwhelmed by the idea, a timber frame kit from a reputable timber frame company might be just the solution you need. These kits include everything
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If you have a design for your timber frame and are in the process of starting the construction phase, you may find that it is not easy to finance your timber frame home. Who will mortgage a timber frame house
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Kevin Simoes, Principal of Streamline Design Ltd., is a Registered Building Designer with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC, as well as a LEED Accredited Professional. Located in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Streamline Design specializes exclusively in the custom
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Tony Zaya is president and co-founder of Lancaster County Timber Frames, Inc. They are actually located in York county, Pennsylvania, on the other side of the Susquehanna River. The company was founded in 1996; however Anthony and his co-founder, Joe
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I am finding that a lot of my clients are ready to move on, but their current house has to sell first. It’s a common dilemma these days. Many people need to relocate or want to build their dream house,
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Why make a home design notebook? Your professional architect or home designer will be best able to create the home of your dreams, if you can show them what your dreams are. So you need to do lots of homework.
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You’re really getting excited with this whole building a home idea. I can imagine that there are ideas zipping through your mind and half-understood theories are luring you online. The first steps in building a home include researching the possibilities. With so
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Subscribe in ITunes Welcome back…. Why I have been away Finishing my home Building up my business after finishing my home…recovering from being away Wrote my book – Creating a Timber Frame House Pneumonia which made me refocus my life
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