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​​Outdoor Kitchen Design: A Recipe for Perfection

Complete your timber framed home with a fully custom outdoor kitchen, made to your order.   A timber framed home excels at connecting nature’s beauty with interior comforts. When it comes to the reverse, bringing indoor luxuries to the great outdoors, ...
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Must-Haves for Today’s Mountain Homes

At Woodhouse, stunning style, top-tier craftsmanship and state-of-the-art amenities top the list.     Life in the mountains is exceptional in every way. Inspiring views are readily available and with trails at every turn, it’s easy to stay healthy and active. ...
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The Enduring Elegance of Appalachian-Style Homes 

Rooted in tradition yet designed for modern luxury, Appalachian-style timber frame cabins combine rugged craftsmanship, natural materials, and thoughtful design to create timeless retreats.   A timber frame home in Rome, Georgia, based on the RidgeLine design   At its heart, ...
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Woodhouse’s Most Beloved Timber Frame Designs

Wondering where to start your own custom dream home design? These plans have proven to be some of the most popular starting points for Woodhouse clients, time and time again.      A customized take on the Adirondack Cottage plan in ...
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Discover the Custom Craftsmanship and Charm of Woodhouse’s Lake Homes

The timber frame plans in Woodhouse’s library are ideal for luxury lakefront living, fusing beauty, sustainability, and practicality.     There’s something magical about life on the water — tranquil mornings, stunning sunsets, and the steady rhythm of nature. The designs for ...
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Wet Rooms: Your Guide to This Trending Bathroom Style

Learn about this luxurious design strategy, perfect for timber frame houses.   This bathroom in a custom Woodhouse home makes elegant use of waterproof surfaces, which, in some areas, stretch from the floor to the ceiling.   Bathrooms are one of ...
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Welcome Spring with Inspiration from Woodhouse Outdoor Spaces

Transform your outdoor space with a custom timber frame structure to create a luxurious, personalized retreat for unwinding and socializing.     With longer days and rising temperatures, it's the perfect time to dream up your ideal outdoor space. Well-designed extensions ...
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Adding an Elevator to Your Custom Home: Now or Later?

Elevators future-proof home accessibility for multi-level timber frame floor plans.   Check out this fully custom, luxurious Woodhouse timber frame home in Georgia that seamlessly integrates an elevator into the design. The owners and their visitors are able to travel from ...
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What’s Trending for Home Design in 2025

When applied to timber frame house designs, the trends of 2025 transcend time.   Expect to see more culinary customizations, like beverage bars and upgraded outdoor kitchens.   Stepping into the new year, you may be looking for a glimpse of ...
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Get in the Zone: Creating Defined Spaces in Open Layouts

Open layouts are a popular feature of timber frame home plans. Here's how to fuse that sense of flow with purposeful use of space.     A timber frame’s entertaining areas — the kitchen, dining room, and great room — are ...
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