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September Timber Frame of the Month - Over 2,500 Square Feet
Timber Frame Business Council, Timber Frame of the Month (September), Over 2,500 SF. Continue reading
September Timber Frame of the Month - Under 2,500 Square Feet
Timber Frame Business Council’s Timber Frame of the Month (September), Under 2,500 SF. Continue reading
Why Build A Timber Frame/SIP Home?
Timber framing: “It’s ironic that this giant step forward includes a significant step backwards to what has been proven in the past. Building durable and energy efficient homes is necessary…the fact that they are a great investment and BEAUTIFUL is a bonus generations of occupants will celebrate and enjoy. What’s not to like?” Continue reading
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
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
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
Iron Stain on Wood
Recently, TFBC had a question about iron stain on wood. Several great suggestions from our membership resulted. The following article was submitted as a good guide to assist others with this problem. Iron stain, an unsightly blue–black or gray discoloration, … Continue reading
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TFBC Unveils New Training Program for Instructors of Our AIA-Continuing Education Program(s)
AKA: Speakers Bureau Training Background: The Timber Frame Business Council is a sanctioned presenting organization authorized to present AIA-approved “Continuing Education Systems” (CES) National Learning Units. All AIA members are required to complete 18 Learning Units each year to remain … Continue reading
Tour of Timber Frame Projects & 2 Hours of AIA-Approved CEU Seminars
Where? MoreSun Custom Woodworking, Inc., 463 Charlie Cobb Road, Mountain Rest, SC 29664 When? May 14, 2011 (arrive before 10:30 am) Free AIA-CEU program & tour, click here for more details. Schedule: 10:30-11:30 - MoreSun Custom Woodworking (see below for … Continue reading
TFBC Member In The News
Oakbridge Timber Framing is featured in the October issue of Cottages & Bungalows Magazine. The magazine is currently on newsstands with a circulation of 31,249. TFBC Associate member, Redstone Communication assisted with the placement. Great teamwork from a TFBC Active … Continue reading
