The Perfect Blend of Beauty and Strength: Why Timber Frame Homes Are Timeless
It's true that timber frame homes offer a wonderful degree of design flexibility. This allows for a wide array of architectural styles. Here's a look at some of the popular styles you'll encounter:
Traditional Styles:
- Farmhouse:
- This style evokes a classic, country feel. It often features a central frame with additions on either side.
- Saltbox:
- Characterized by an asymmetrical design with a sloping roof, this style is historically prevalent in New England.
- Cape Cod:
- These homes are known for their simplicity and practicality, often featuring a symmetrical design.
Barn Styles:
- Gambrel:
- This style, with its distinctive double-sloped roof, is reminiscent of traditional barns. It provides ample interior space.
- Fancy Barn:
- This style allows for many custom and decorative accents, often including high ceilings.
Modern Styles:
- Modern Timber Frame:
- This style embraces clean lines, open floor plans, and expansive glass walls. It often incorporates contemporary design elements.
- Craftsman:
- This style emphasizes natural materials, handcrafted details, and a sense of warmth and comfort.
- Rustic Styles:
- This style focus's on natural textures, and the use of natural or reclaimed timbers.
Key Considerations:
- The beauty of timber framing is that it can be adapted to almost any architectural vision.
- Factors like roof design, timber joinery, and the integration of other materials contribute to the overall style.
At Ward Timber Frames, we pride ourselves on our ability to bring any vision to life. We've worked on projects spanning a wide range of styles, and we're confident that we can create a timber frame home that perfectly suits your taste.
- By Garret Ward