Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Upcoming Davis Timber Frame Projects

We have a busy fall and winter full of timber frame shipments. There will be many happy Davis Frame homeowners soon! See the below locations where Davis Timber Frames are being built.

Upcoming 2009 Fall/Winter Timber Frame Shipments:
  • Otero County, New Mexico-Classic Barn Timber Frame
  • Eastern, Pennsylvania-Custom Timber Frame
  • Northern, New Jersey-Timber Frame Addition
  • Long Valley, New Jersey -Timber Frame Addition
  • Berkshires, Massachusetts-Custom Timber Frame
  • Martha's Vineyard Timber Frame-Custom Timber Frame
  • Windham County, VT-Custom Timber Frame

  • Lake Winnipesaukee area, NH-Custom Timber Frame

  • Sullivan County, NY-Modified Classic Farmhouse



Contact Jack Costantino, Independent Representative in the Mid-Atlantic to find out about the Eastern, Pennsylvania timber frame raising event! This timber frame home will include various different construction methods to build the new home. The home will use: timber frame, Murus SIPS, stick framing and eSIPS panels!

Email: jack@timberframesunlimited.com

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

New York Timber Frames

timber frame under construction in new york
Are you looking to build a timber frame home, barn, addition or panelized home in New York? Davis Frame Company can help you with your New York dream home as we have many clients nationwide! In New York alone, we have shipped over 70 timber frame homes throughout the years.

If your building in New York or any other location our in house design team will help you design your home and one of our project coordinators will help you with the timber frame management of your project. We can also recommend a list of builders in the area.

Over the years Davis Frame Company has shipped timber frame homes all over New York state including: the Adirondacks, Catskills, Northern New York, Lake Ontario and Long Island. We have done full timber frame homes, hybrid timber frame homes, panelized homes, additions, barns, timber frame garages, timber frame boathouse and even a small energy efficient studio in New York.

Below are some of our New York Timber Frame projects!


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Lake Ontario, NY Timber Frame

lake ontario timber frame home

Lake Ontario, NY Timber Frame
dutchess county ny timber frame

Columbia County, NY Timber Frame

new york timber frame getaway

New York Timber Frame Studio
black stained timber frame

New York Timber Frame Studio
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adirondack decor in timber frame home

Adirondack New York Timber Frame
timber frame boathouse New York Timber Frame Boat House
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New York Timber Frame Boat House

Friday, October 23, 2009

What Happy Timber Frame Home Owners Have to Say About Davis Timber Frames


"I'm so glad that we "took the plunge" and contacted Davis Frame back in 2005 to begin the process of building this home. We had thought about it and poured through magazines literally for decades, but it was a little scary to think about getting back into the world of mortgage payments and selling our home of 32 years. Everyone at Davis Frame was supportive and helpful, from the receptionist to the designers to the project manager. When I phoned with questions, you found the answers quickly; you led us through all the steps systematically, and you were very good at telling us what to expect, whether it was in financing or in coordinating multiple contractors or in complying with our own state and local building codes. Beyond all that, you have been unfailingly friendly and patient, and I have come to count you all among my friends."

Marilyn Barry, New York



"You have a fabulous product and excellent service."

Elliott and Michele Zide, Vermont


"Things we were happy with: ... (Independent Representative) Steve Petty! We could not have done this job without Steve, and he demonstrated the utmost professionalism at all times ... Our visits to Claremont and interactions with Jeff and the team were good experiences. These experiences provided the level of comfort we needed to make the decision to go with DF ... All in all, this was a big and complicated project, and we love the final result. We would recommend Davis Frame and Steve Petty to anyone considering building a custom timberframe home. Everyone who comes here loves the house."
Ian and Janet Evans, Massachusetts

Visit our timber frame website to learn about our homes! Click here for more happy timber frame homeowners.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Upcoming Timber Frame Home in Oregon

Join us for a home show in a couple weeks in Portland, Oregon! Come to the show and meet Independent Representatives for Oregon and N. California, Doug and Leanne Smith. Also attending the show, will be Bonnie Sutliff our Washington timber frame representatives.

When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 30st-Nov. 1st

Time: Click here for show times.

Location: Portland, Oregon; Portland Expo Center

Booth #: 45

For directions, please click here.

If your not building in the Pacific Northwest, contact us today at our New Hampshire headquarters 800.636.0993 to schedule a visit or find a local dealer in your area.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Timber Frame Raising in Vermont

Check out our latest timber frame raising in Vermont! This Vermont timber frame home will have gorgeous views of Ascutney Mountain once it is complete. Imagine enjoying the view of the mountains from your timber frame home, what could be more perfect!


Foundation ready for frame raising

First bent raised into place

Second bent being raised into place

Timber frame bent in place
Frame raising

Common rafter timber frame system used on this Vermont post and beam
Its a tradition to place a pine tree branch on a pine timber frame!




Front of timber frame home


Interior shot of timber frame home during construction process

Interior shot of timber frame home in VT


Rear view of timber frame home


Timber Frame Home ready for window and door installation

If you are interested in building a timber frame home, barn , timber frame addition or you are looking for timber frame accents, contact us today at 800.636.0993!

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Update on Hybrid Timber Frame Home in Sunapee NH

Scissor Truss Frame

This Sunapee, New Hampshire home is a perfect example of building a hybrid timber frame. The hybrid timber frame home features three beautiful scissor truss bent frames giving this custom designed home an artistic flair. The scissor trusses are located in the great room, kitchen and dining room. The remainder of the home also features some timber frame members that compliment the design of the home. The home is an example of how timber framing can be incorporated into any style home in a cost effective way and add beauty to a home without having to use a full timber frame structural system for the home.

The NH hybrid home uses our Energy Smart Insulated Panel System, eSIPS. eSIPS is a relatively new soy-based wall and roof panel division of Davis Frame Company. This building system has enabled us to expand our product offerings while staying true to our commitment to building beautiful energy efficient homes, but now at a lower finished cost than a full timber frame home.


eSIPS Wall Panel Installation


Hybrid Timber Frame windows installed; now ready for siding
Check back for updates on this Davis Frame Home using our eSIPS insulated panels! Call us today at 800.636.0993 and ask for our products literature. Learn how you can build a hybrid timber frame and still maintain the energy efficiency and beauty of a Davis Frame Home!

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Timber Frame Farmhouse Open House in Connecticut

timber frame farmhouseNationwide OkTIMBERfest Open House Event

When: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Where: Eastford, CT
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
For more locations click here!

One of our favorite pre-designed timber frame homes from our Classic Barn Home line is the Classic Farmhouse 1B. This timber frame floor plan offers traditional elements that make it have true farmhouse character. This traditional farm style home is perfect in any setting and offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,943 sq. ft. making this a spacious home to grow in. A wrap around porch is common to see on a farmhouse and Classic Farmhouse 1B features a wrap around timber frame porch on two sides.


The entry of the timber frame farmhouse opens up into the spacious living room to the left of the entry. To the right of the entry is an open dining room and kitchen. The openness of the kitchen and dining rooms allows for plenty of space to enjoy a meal with your family. A mud room is also off of the kitchen to allow for first floor laundry or a place to store your shoes and coats.

The second floor of this home features a spacious master suite with a cathedral ceiling. One of our Classic Farmhouse 1B clients added a fireplace to their master suite to make it more cozy. Two additional bedrooms and a bath are also on the second floor.

One bonus feature of this floor plan is an additional third floor which adds another 375 sq. ft. to the home. The third floor offers a third bedroom and good size loft. This is perfect for guests or to use as office space for privacy.


Join us for an open house Saturday, October 10, 2009 at this Farmhouse in Eastford, CT! Don't miss your chance to tour this beautiful timber frame home in Connecticut. Call us at 800.636.0993.
For more OkTIMBERfest locations for the nationwide open house event click here!