Timber Frame Systems

King Post Truss

Is there a price difference between the various style timber frame bent and truss systems?

Yes, the prices vary from the timber frame bent and truss options. Some frame styles are more elaborate and detailed, while other styles feature a more simple design. The two most common timber frame systems used today to build timber frames are either common rafter frames or common purlin frames.

Listed below are the different timber frame systems we offer from the most expensive to the least expensive.

 Hammer Beam Truss

 Queen Post Truss

 King Post Truss

 Principal Purlin Common Rafter

Collar Tie Common Rafter

Ridge Beam Common Rafter

Visit our website to learn more about the different timber frame bent and truss options. To request more information about Davis Frame Company, call 1-800-636-0993!

Modern Colonial Home Featuring Post and Beam Construction

Very popular in the American colonies from 1690 to 1830, the distinctive features of a colonial style home include the squared, symmetrical shape, and straight aligned windows on the first and second floor. Over the years, we have designed and crafted post and beam style colonial homes for several clients. Most of our colonial home plans have been updated to accommodate modern day living by featuring open floor plans. The colonial post and beam home we are featuring today is a custom designed version of a traditional colonial home. This beautiful home was built 16 years ago in New Jersey and has continued to be a favorite Davis Timber Frame Home over the years.

 This post and beam living room features 8 foot ceilings and is a cozy place to enjoy a fire.

 The kitchen and dining room open up into the cathedral ceiling timber frame great room.

 A view of the great room timber frame hammer beam truss

A view of the post and beam colonial

Interested in learning more about our post and beam homes? Call us today at 1-800-636-0993!

Energy Efficiency In a Timber Frame Home

South facing timber frame home

"I want to build an energy efficient home, is a timber frame home energy efficient?

At Davis Frame Company, we pride ourselves on creating timber frame homes that are not only beautiful but also energy efficient. The first step to creating an energy efficient timber frame home starts during the design process. Our design team incorporate passive solar design techniques into every home we design. Some of the most important elements to consider is to decide on window placement and focus on southern exposure to maximize natural light. Also, your landscape is also an important element in creating a home that focuses on retaining heat as well as incorporating elements to keep your new home cool during the warmer months. Read our blog post on passive solar design!

In our weather tight shell package, we offer Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). SIPs are one of the most energy efficient forms of insulation available on the market today. We offer a couple different SIP options, both featuring high r-values in the wall and roof panels. SIPs create such a tight shell and often an air exchange system is needed in the home. SIPs naturally keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. We also provide energy efficient window and door options in our package. Windows can be a huge source for heat loss and we only offer quality and efficient window options in our packages. We can also recommend other products that will increase your new timber frame home's efficiency (geothermal heating, solar, etc...)

To learn more about our timber frame homes, call us today at 1-800-636-0993!

Timber Frame Home Show in Massachusetts

W. Springfield Home Show in 2010

Join us at the Log and Timber Frame Home Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts November 4-6th! Attending a home show is a great way to gather ideas and meet with different companies about your new plans to build a timber frame home. Make sure to stop by Davis Frame Company's both to pickup a brochure and talk to our representatives!

Show Details:

Friday, November 4, 2011

11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday, November 5, 2011

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday, November 6, 2011

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Booth #: 404

Location:  

Eastern States Exposition

The Young Building

1305 Memorial Ave (Rte. 147)

West Springfield, MA 01089

To find out more about our upcoming events, visit our timber frame events page or call us at 1-800-636-0993!

Fall Decorated Timber Frame Homes

There is nothing like decorating a timber frame home for the different seasons! Whether its decorating with mums and pumpkins or holiday decorations, timber frames offer warmth and beauty. Below are photos of a few Davis Timber Frame homes decorated for fall.

 This timber frame dining room is perfect for entertaining guests, especially with the view of the fireplace.

 This timber frame kitchen features an eat-in area and a fireplace. It's old world charm is warm and inviting.

 This Vermont vacation retreat is a perfect place to enjoy the foliage.

 This timber frame cabin is ready for the colder months.

There is nothing like a fire in the fireplace on a chilly fall day.

To find out more about our timber frame homes, call us at 1-800-636-0993. Check out more of our timber frame photos!

Planning Your Timber Frame Kitchen

For most of our clients, the kitchen in their new timber frame home is one of their main focuses during the home design process. During the design phase, you will want to think about how you envision your new kitchen. Below are some important elements to consider for your timber frame kitchen.

1. Are you looking for a large gourmet kitchen for cooking and entertaining? Or are you looking for a modest and functional kitchen for every day cooking?

2. Where do you want to place the kitchen in your new home's floor plan? Are there views you want to take advantage of?

3. Do you want your kitchen to be open to the other main living areas of the home (great room and dining room) or do you want the kitchen to be separate?

4. Do you want to incorporate timbers into your kitchen design or keep it the design conventional?

5. Will the kitchen feature an eat-in area?

6. Are you looking to add an island for additional counter space and seating?

7. Do you want to add a walk-in pantry for extra storage?

All of the above are questions you may want to ask yourself. Most of us who choose to build a new home, only build once and its important to factor in all the different elements.

This timber frame kitchen features an open concept kitchen and dining room. The great room is also open to this space, making this the perfect setup for holiday entertaining. A center island increases storage space and is perfect for a food prep area.

An island is added to this kitchen design to increase the counter and storage space. The kitchen is separated from the great room and dining room, however, it does feature an eat-in area not shown.

The hilltop timber frame kitchen features a cathedral ceiling and is fully timber framed. The kitchen was also designed to face the south to maximize natural light. This kitchen is also separate from the other main living areas of the home, however, the large doorways

Are you looking to build a new timber frame home or addition and would like more information? Call us today at 1-800-636-0993 and we will send you a free brochure!

Too Much Wood In a Timber Frame?

 Timber frame great room with sheetrocked ceiling

I like the timber frame look but my wife thinks there is "too much wood," how do we compromise? Can I create a timber frame home that has less wood?


We receive this question from time to time and it's a great question. There are definitely ways to design and build a timber frame home with less wood. To achieve a less woody look, often our client's will not use the pine T&G on the ceiling (most of our homes feature T&G), but will opt for a sheet rock ceiling instead.  Also, keep the design simple and choose a timber frame system that has less timbers. You can design your timber frame over the top with timbers or you can design it to accent the home without being overwhelming. Our design team can design your home any way you want it and we can recommend a timber frame system that works with your design preferences.

Another suggestion is to consider a hybrid timber frame home.  A hybrid system usually features timber framing only in the main living areas of the home and the remainder of the home is conventionally built. A hybrid timber frame is a great compromise for couples who can't decide on whether to build a timber frame home or conventional home.

 Lower ceiling timber frame kitchen with a sheet rock ceiling

Call 1-800-636-0993 today to speak to one of our project coordinators about your upcoming project!

Pennsylvania Timber Frame Home Photos

We just received the photos from our September photo shoot in Pennsylvania and the home is a beauty! This custom timber frame home features 2,827 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The first floor is open and spacious, a perfect setup for hosting large gatherings.

Upon entering the home, the atrium is located straight ahead and the open concept timber frame dining room, kitchen and great room are to the right. To the right of the timber frame great room is the mudroom, laundry room, half bathroom and the attached two car garage. To the left of the atrium is the luxurious master bedroom suite. A timber frame farmer's porch is located off of the master bedroom suite and is the perfect place to wind down.

The second floor features two guest bedroom suites, each equipped with their own bathroom. A study and open loft is also located on the second floor.

A view of the timber frame atrium and great room

Open concept kitchen and dining room

Guest timber frame bedroom

Rear view of timber frame home

Visit our website to check out all the photos of this timber frame home! If you're interested in receiving information about our timber frame homes, call us today at 1-800-636-0993.