Lakeside Living Timber Frame by Architect Tom Hopkin
After being the in-house architect at Woodhouse—The Timber Frame Company in the 1990s, Architect Tom Hopkins is more than familiar with the art of timber framing. “While at Woodhouse for…
Timber Frame Homes: The World’s Strongest Builds
If you are drawn to timber framed homes, then you probably already know that this form of construction was the dominant building technology from the Greek and Roman Empires all the way to the late 19th century. But what you probably didn’t know is that timber frame structures have withstood all that Mother Nature can throw at them, all over the globe, for thousands of years.
Step 5 to Building Your Home: Construction Phase
You have signed your purchase agreement, designed your dream home with your architect, and have selected your builder team. Now it’s building time! This is an exciting time for owners and…
Construction Process of a Timber Frame: Wood Drying
At Woodhouse, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality timber frame packages in the industry. We start with the finest timbers and produce a hand-finished timber frame product that…
Our Timber Frame CNC
Woodhouse has long been known for its commitment to producing the highest quality timber framing packages in the industry. We work with the client to produce floor plans, elevation drawings and sketches until the client is 100% happy with the design.
Energy Efficient Timber House Plans
Woodhouse has long been known for its commitment to providing energy efficient and sustainable timber frame homes for its clients. We accomplish this goal through sustainability efforts such as our use of structural insulated panels (which qualify for Energy Star certification) and utilizing passive solar energy orientation whenever possible.
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) – An Explanation
If they have ever heard of structural insulated panels (SIPs), most people consider them to be one of the most advanced recent developments in home construction. It comes as a…
Green Building Sustainability
Green Home Builders – Timber Framing Initially called “Solar Northern Post and Beam,” Woodhouse® was formed in 1979 by Steve Keller and an MIT-graduate architect. The focus of that little…
Types of Timber Frame Homes
n 1979, we began our tradition of crafting the very best timber frame and post and beam homes available. By combining the finest materials in concert with the highest level of personal service, Woodhouse® The Timber Frame Company sets the industry standard for quality and satisfaction in timber frame home design.
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