Custom Timber Frame homes designed and built

 Timber frame homes offer a highly sustainable, durable, and energy-efficient building solution by combining heavy timbers with higher performing wall systems such as super insulated and airtight constructed wood framing or insulated concrete form (ICF) wall systems. These homes excel in energy efficiency through airtight construction and reduced thermal bridging, often requiring smaller HVAC systems. Design-build firms provide custom, high-performance homes that combine stunning aesthetics with superior thermal performance.

• Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs): The most common way to wrap a timber frame, SIPs provide a tight, continuous insulation barrier.
• Passive Solar Design: Utilizing large south-facing windows to allow natural light and heat, reducing reliance on artificial heating and cooling.
• Reduced HVAC Requirements: Because they are built to be airtight, these homes often require smaller heating and cooling systems than standard homes.
• High Thermal Mass: The heavy timbers help regulate indoor temperatures, keeping the home comfortable year-round.

Design-Build Process

• Custom Design: Timber frames are often pre-cut in a factory and shipped to the site for assembly, reducing on-site waste.
• Hybrid Options: Combining traditional timber framing with conventional framing (hybrid timber homes) allows for flexible designs that blend rustic character with modern, energy-efficient materials.
• Climate Adaptation: Designing for specific climates—such as high snow loads in mountainous regions—using enhanced insulation, strategic roof pitches, and durable, sustainable timber.