The Truth Behind Prefab Homes
It seems like every day we’re introduced to a newer, smarter, more efficient and eco-friendly way to build a home. From the materials, to the positioning, to the structure’s shell, everyone seems to be...
View ArticlePanel Discussion: The Truth About SIPs
Structural insulated panels (SIPs, also called stress-skin panels) are sensible, affordable and earth friendly. What’s more, a SIP wall system may have the single most positive impact on your home’s...
View ArticleIndustry Insider: Tedd Benson
Ask any member of the timber-frame community who has had a major impact on reviving the art of traditional timber framing in recent years, and you’ll most likely hear the same response time and time...
View ArticleThe Science of Enclosure Systems
The efficient and energy- minded design of a timber home starts with the enclosure system.
View ArticleA Timber Home’s Energy Envelope
In this free guide, learn how a timber home's foundation, walls, windows & doors and roof work together to control energy.
View ArticleEnclosing Time
Timber homes save you energy, time and money — from the outside in. In a world where “efficiency” seems to be nothing more than a building buzz word, timber homes truly embody what it means to be...
View ArticleThe Big Finish
Just joining the journey? To read more about the Olsens’ timber-home build, as well as their initial design process, click here. Taking a risk with mixed materials pays off in the Olsens’ New York...
View ArticleSIPs vs. Stick-Built Construction
The main contributor to the exceptional efficiency of a timber home is the building envelope, starting with structural insulated panels (SIPs).
View Article4 Steps for Buying or Building a Timber Home
Follow these fundamentals, and you’ll be on the road to timber home perfection. These steps will show you how to buy or start building a timber home. Timber homes continue to win converts with their...
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