Timberframing is a time-tested method of construction in which solid timbers are connected with traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery to form the framework of a building. The beams are left exposed in the interior of the home, creating breathtaking open spaces and celebrating the beautiful wood from which the structure is born. The exterior of the frame is covered with highly energy-efficient panels, resulting in unmatched beauty, value, energy efficiency, and design flexibility. Generally, the look is less rustic than a log home, yet the core skills and reverence for wood are the same.

Timberframing was meticulously practiced for centuries as the preferred method of building construction in many parts of the world. Examples of long-lasting timberframe structures include Japanese temples, European cathedrals and early American homes and barns. Late in the 19th century, however, the introduction of structural steel, wire nails and other technological advances nearly eliminated the trade. But a re-discovery of the value of permanence, the need for efficiency, and the desire to harmonize with natural surroundings have led to the renewed popularity of the timberframe home.

Timberframing is a building process like no other, connecting us to our ancestors through traditional craftsmanship and taking us into the future with a building that lasts far beyond conventional wood construction. Timberframes are living structures, reminiscent of the majestic forests from which they come.Their tremendous character, unique textures, and endless detail make them assets to the community and sources of comfort and beauty for generations to come.