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The Big Thanksgiving Showdown: Apple vs. Pumpkin

By Katie Shaw | November 21, 2017

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… the time where families come together and fight over who gets the turkey wishbone, have heated discussions about which NFL team will…

All About Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

By Katie Shaw | November 1, 2017

What are Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)? SIPs are kind of like a “building sandwich”: there are two rigid oriented strand board (OSB) skins holding together an inner layer of polystyrene…

Designing Your Custom Timber Frame Home

By Katie Shaw | October 31, 2017

At Woodhouse, our design services have evolved from over 35 years of experience building our clients’ dream homes. We help you through every step of the process, from providing you with tools for inspiration to making sure you truly see your design before you start building. By first visiting your land and then working closely with you to understand all of your wants and needs, we can ensure that we will design the home of your dreams.

Step 1 to Building Your Home: Stop Dreaming and Start Planning

By Katie Shaw | October 18, 2017

Building your dream timber frame home is one of the most exciting and exhilarating ventures you will ever undertake. As you define and refine your dream, revisit all the tools available on our website and social media platforms.

Introducing the Cottage Series!

By Katie Shaw | October 13, 2017

Our new Woodhouse Cottage Series is our take on timber frame hybrid homes. The home plans in this series are cozy and inviting, featuring central fireplaces and large porches for…

The Little Pine That Could

By Katie Shaw | October 11, 2017

This Southern Yellow Pine species once covered much of the Southeastern U.S., and was a valuable source of lumber and timbers for shipbuilding, as well as construction from colonial times through the nineteenth century.

Featured Builder Partner: Carlson- Farmer Inc.

By Katie Shaw | September 28, 2017

Carlson-Farmer Inc. is a full-service contractor that specializes in roofing, remodeling, and custom homes. They launched in 1988, with their office tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina.

Woodhouse SIPs

Stronger, Faster, Better – the Inside story of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

By Katie Shaw | September 28, 2017

We began using SIPs from carefully vetted providers to help homeowners reduce energy bills and to improve the overall quality of Woodhouse homes. With all of the additional benefits that SIPs provide, we will continue to use them as a standard feature of Woodhouse designs.

Featured House of the Month: CrestView

By computerguild-tyler | September 28, 2017

The CrestView plan was inspired by the scenic views afforded from the multitude of windows and viewing areas within this open concept floor plan. With 1628 SF of living space, the CrestView is efficiently designed to feel much more spacious than its actual square footage.

3163 square foot Southern Yellow Pine Timber Frame Home with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms

5 Outstanding Woodhouse Timber Frame Lake Homes

By Katie Shaw | August 11, 2017

Woodhouse timber frame lake homes are a special place to call home. Sunsets and sunrises bookend one’s days while the gentle lapping of the waves invite everyone to unplug and relax.  Here’s a look at five spectacular Woodhouse lake homes that will spark your sense of adventure and make you wonder how long it is until the weekend starts

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