Timber Frame Raising in Pennsylvania

This past week we had a timber frame raising about an hour from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Davis Timber Frame President Jeff Davis went down to the jobsite and helped the crew raise the frame. Check out the timber frame raising photos below:

Timbers being assembled for raising.

First timber frame bent being raised into place.

First timber frame bent being raised into place.

View of King Post truss timber frame.

Timber frame raising almost complete.

Visit the Davis Frame website to see more photos of this timber frame raising in Pennslvania. Our Independent Representative Timber Frames Unlimited worked on this project. If you are looking to build a new home or addition in the Mid-Atlantic, give them a call 908-876-3649.

If you are building in New England or any other area of the United States, call 1-800-636-0993 today!

Latest Timber Frame Raising in the Catskills of New York

Here at Davis Timber Frame have had a busy summer with several timber frame packages shipping out. Featured in this blog post are photos of a timber frame home being built in the Catskills of New York. The timber frame home will feature an open layout on the first floor. A large screened in porch will be located off the great room and a perfect place to enjoy the outdoor scenery. 

A guest bedroom and bathroom will be located on the first floor. The second floor will feature the master bedroom suite and loft.

Frame raising complete

Structural Insulated Panel installation

Structural Insulated Panel installation almost complete

A view of some of the interior timber framing

Visit our timber frame jobsite photos webpage to see more of this timber frame raising and some of the other projects we are working on!

Stay tuned for more updates on this timber frame home project! More photos will be posted in the upcoming weeks. If you have any questions about Davis Timber Frames or would like to speak to a project coordinator about your upcoming project, please call 1-800-636-0993 today!

What is the Difference between Timber Frame and Post and Beam Construction?

Here at Davis Frame Company, we often get the question, "What is the difference between Timber Frame and Post and Beam construction?

Both timber frame and post and beam construction share a similarity and that is that they both are built to leave the timbers exposed in the interior. Often timber framing and post and beam construction are thought to be the same, but they are not.

Timber framing is distinguished by its traditional wooden joinery, also known as mortise and tenon joinery. The timbers are typically joined together by oak pegs. Timber framing creates an authentic wooden structure with undeniable beauty and a durable structure that will last for generations.

Post and Beam construction does not always use wooden joinery but rather metal brackets. Also, post and beam construction usually uses vertical and horizontal timber pieces and is constructed in layers and each floor is built independently. One piece is erected at a time, unlike timber framing where a timber frame bent or wall system is raised at a time.

To get started on your Davis Timber Frame, call us today at 1-800-636-0993 and speak with a project coordinator!

Featured Timber Frame Plan: Classic Studio 3B

Our Classic Studio series offer a variety of uses. For artists and musicians, the studio home can function as a combination working/living space. The Studio series modest and livable space and it also works well as a summer vacation home, guest house or outbuilding.

Classic Studio 3B's first floor features a large great room with a fireplace. Off to the right of the great room is an alley kitchen and full bathroom. Classic Studio 3 features a similar floor plan with some minor changes.

A bedroom is located on the second floor and is open to below. With the bedroom open to below, it creates a sense of warth and provides a great view of the great room timbers.

Visit our timber frame plan gallery to see some of our other timber frame floor plans. Call 1-800-636-0993 today to speak with a project coordinator about your upcoming project!

Lakeside Living Home Show in New Hampshire this Weekend!

Join Davis Frame Company this weekend at the Lakeside Living Expo in Gilford, New Hampshire near picturesque Lake Winnipesauke! Stop by our booth and speak with the Davis Frame staff to discuss your upcoming timber frame home or addition project.

Location: Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford, New Hampshire

Dates/Times:  Friday, July 16th from 11am-7pm

                          Saturday, July 17th from 10am-6pm

                        Sunday, July 18th from 10am-4pm

 

For directions visit the Lakeside Living Expo website. The show is also offering a $2-off coupon towards admission.

 

Call 1-800-636-0993 for more information on the home show or to schedule a visit to tour our plant and timber frame model home in Claremont, New Hampshire.

Timber Frame Floor Plan Feature: The Westbrook 2

The Westbrook 2 timber frame floor plan was originally built on a hilltop in Gloucester, Massachusetts by builder Jeff Amero.This timber frame spec house was designed to maximize views of Massachusetts Bay from the timber frame great room. The home was also Yankee Magazine's Showhouse in 2007 and was open to the public for tours.

The first floor features an open floor plan and is perfect for entertaining. A deck is located off of the great room and is an easy place to host guests during the summer months. Also located on the first floor is a master bedroom suite. An attached garage was also added to this timber frame plan and additional space was created above the garage for a bonus room.

Timber Frame entry and great room

Timber Frame kitchen

The second floor of this timber frame home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The bonus room over the garage can easily be accessed from the second floor.

Visit our timber frame floor plan gallery to see other Davis Frame floor plans! If you have any questions about Davis Frame timber frame homes or you want to start your timber frame project today give us a call at 1-800-636-0993.

New Hampshire Lakeside Timber Frame Vacation Home

What better place to spend the fourth of July than on the lake or near the ocean? Fourth of July is about celebrating America's Independence as well as enjoying good times with family and friends. Many of us dream of having a vacation home on the lake where we can entertain on holiday weekends and here at Davis Timber Frame, we have made many lakeside vacationers dreams come true! Check out our New Hampshire Lakeside Timber Frame Home below:

View of lakeside timber frame home from the dock

Lakeside Timber Frame Kitchen

Lakeside Timber Frame Great Room

Rear view of Lakeside Timber Frame

This timber frame vacation home is not only located near the lake, but also near a nice ski area making this the perfect four season vacation retreat! Check out another recently built lakeside timber frame home on our website.

Call Davis Timber Frame today at 800.636.0993 to make your lakeside timber frame dream come true or to talk to a project coordinator about your upcoming timber frame project.