Author Archives: Pam Hinton

TFBC “Naked Frame” Contest - Final Round

Who will get the bragging rights to the TFBC “Naked (Timber) Frame” Contest? You decide. Continue reading

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Round 3 of the TFBC Naked (Timber) Frame Contest

Thank you to all who voted in the last round of the Timber Frame Business Council “Naked Frame Contest.” The dust has settled and we’re down to FOUR sexy frames. We’ll expose the final winner soon - next week is … Continue reading

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Sexiest Timber Frame Contest — Round 2

Thank you to all who voted in the first round of the Timber Frame Business Council “Naked Frame Contest.” The dust has settled and we’re down to eight sexy frames. And now we are getting seriously stripped down, and have … Continue reading

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Timber Frame of the Month (June 2012), Over 2,500 Square Feet

“Night Pasture Farm” Project, Northern Vermont. Team: Architect: Jeremy Bonin, Bonin Architects / Engineers: Fire Tower Engineered Timber / Timber Frame: Vermont Timber Works / Custom Cabinetry: built by the GC. Night Pasture Farm: Inspired by a grand tree on … Continue reading

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Timber Frame of the Month (June 2012) Under 2,500 Square Feet

This new barn style home by Davis Frame Company is nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country. Often people think of Northern California when it comes to wineries, but Oregon is just as beautiful and is the best kept … Continue reading

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Building A Timber Frame Home: Initial Research

Assembling Information If you have not done so already, purchase or subscribe to timber frame / post and beam industry publications that are currently available. Timber Home Living is a good resource. Visit your local bookstore or online retailer for … Continue reading

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April 2012 Timber Frame of the Month-Over 2,500 Square Feet

This Off-The-Grid house has exceeded expectations with its performance and intuitive design. The homeowners are thrilled that their dreams of an up-to-date, sustainable home filled with cutting edge technology have come true without having to sacrifice their craftsman style aesthetic. This house proves that modern technology can be used in any style home. Continue reading

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April 2012 Timber Frame of the Month - Under 2,500 Square Feet

Finding inspiration in the Cattail Lodge floor plan concept, the couple and Riverbend’s design team came up with a unique home that was tailored to their lifestyle. Cognizant of their needs later in retirement years, the couple and their architect decided to reduce the original home’s square footage to 2,300 square feet and to create a more compact, yet open plan that complied with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Continue reading

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March 2012 - Timber Frame of the Month Over 2,500 Square Feet

Now for something different from South County Post & Beam, Inc. This project is a basketball and recreation barn, made with Douglas Fir and insulated wall and roof panels. This 40’ x 70’ barn is not your average barn. The … Continue reading

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March 2012 Timber Frame of the Month-Under 2,500 Square Feet

This family’s building lot presented an asset and a challenge. The asset: the back of the lot abuts un-buildable conservation land, which ensures privacy and an attractive, woodsy view. The challenge: the lot slopes downhill from the road. Continue reading

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