TFBC- HDQ | September 20, 2011
Artistic Addition September’s Timber Frame of the Month comes to us from Bensonwood Homes. The owner of this antique post and beam home wanted more open, airy space. They came to Bensonwood for a great room addition; something that would match the existing structure while enhancing their home life. The addition contains a new dining [...]
TFBC- HDQ | August 21, 2011
Last month, to celebrate yet another year of amazing Timber Frames, we asked you to vote for your favorite timber frame project. The votes are in and we are happy to announce the second annual, Timber Frame of the Year: Solar Home - Davis Frame Co. - feat. August 2010 This 2,850 square foot home [...]
TFBC- HDQ | August 20, 2011
Reader Question: I have a customer that built a timber frame building approx. 5000sq ft on one level. The heating system that was installed is drying out the building and the birch flooring and we are wondering what the recommended humidity levels should be through out the year. Can you suggest anything? Answer: Expert #1 [...]
TFBC- HDQ | July 25, 2011
This Hugh Lofting Timber Framing , Inc. crafted pergola, which we refer to as the “solar pergola,” was designed by Sustainable Solutions Corporation for a residential project near Schwenksville, PA. It was constructed out of yard salvaged #1 FOHC Douglas Fir. The solar pergola has a 5.85 kW solar array consisting of Sanyo Bifacial Photovoltaic [...]
TFBC- HDQ | July 22, 2011
It’s that time of year again! Please join us by voting for the second annual Timber Frame of the Year. Each month we choose a unique timber frame home or structure from one of our members to feature on our blog and in our e-newsletter, In Touch. Now we’re turning it over to our readers and asking you to [...]
TFBC- HDQ | June 29, 2011
Welcome to the FINALS of the Timber Frame Business Council “Naked Frame Contest”! Last week your votes helped secure the spots for two lucky companies! How did your favorite stack up? Check out the results: 1867 Confederation Log & Timber Frame and Lancaster County Timber Frames, Inc. have earned their place in the finals with [...]
TFBC- HDQ | July 21, 2010
This month’s Timber Frame comes from Cabin Creek Timber Frames, based out of Franklin, NC. This vacation home sits on the breathtaking Nantahala River outside Franklin, NC, the location chosen specifically by the owner, a fly-fishing enthusiast. Just steps from the house is a fly-fishing paradise in the Nantahala River, one of the finest trout [...]
