Custom Timber Frame Cabins
Built using traditional methods and premium materials like Douglas Fir, Oak, and Cedar, our cabins offer a place of inspiration and tranquility that will last for generations to come.
What’s included with our timber frame cabins?
- Timber frame shop drawings/post-placement plans sent electronically.
- Timber frame structure precut, trial fit, and bunked for shipment.
- All hardware needed to install the timber frame pavilion (i.e., wooden pegs, Timberlinx™ connectors, concrete anchors, metal brackets, and
- fasteners).
- 2x6 Spruce tongue and groove decking for the roof surface of the awning (optional).
- Full Assembly Instructions.
- Raising of the timber frame structure by the HTF crew (optional)
The Construction Process
Building a timber-frame cabin is a comprehensive, customized process that begins with detailed design consultations to understand the client's needs, preferences, and budget. Once the design plans are approved, a production agreement secures materials and scheduling, followed by selecting a general contractor and preparing construction drawings. The process culminates in the exciting raising of the timber frame structure. Finally, all finishing work including cladding and interior design is completed to bring the client's vision to life.
Timber Frame Cabins Built to Last a Lifetime
Everyone needs a quiet place in nature—whether by the ocean, mountains, lake, or desert—to recharge from the draining demands of daily life. Timber-frame construction offers an "old school" approach that predates the Industrial Revolution, providing a better way to build using time-tested methods. Homestead Timber Frames educates clients on these traditional techniques and offers structures at various completion stages, from plans and cut timbers to complete kits and ready-to-assemble cabin structures. Simply decide where you want your recharge cabin located, then contact them for everything needed to build your new cabin the old way.
Still curious if a custom timber frame cabin is right for your project? Have questions about design options, costs, or timeline? Give us a call at (931) 484-7059 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a quick chat with us. Our timber framing experts will be more than happy to help you determine the best solution that fits your needs and vision!
Timber Frame Cabin FAQs
The main differences between log cabins and timber frame cabins lie in their construction methods, materials used, aesthetic appeal, and structural design. Here's a detailed comparison:
Construction Method:
Log Cabins: Constructed using whole logs stacked horizontally to form the walls. The logs interlock at the corners with various types of notches.
Timber Frame Cabins: Built with a skeleton-like structure of heavy timber beams joined together with traditional carpentry techniques like mortise-and-tenon joints. The frame then supports the building’s weight.
Materials Used:
Log Cabins: Typically built using whole, round logs. The natural log surface is usually visible both inside and outside.
Timber Frame Cabins: Use squared-off timbers for the frame, which may be exposed on the interior, but the exterior is often finished with other materials like siding or stone.
Aesthetic Appeal:
Log Cabins: Known for their rustic, rugged appearance with visible logs and a traditional frontier feel.
Timber Frame Cabins: Offer a more refined, structured look with the beauty of exposed wood joinery and the flexibility to blend with various architectural styles.
Insulation and Energy Efficiency:
Log Cabins: The logs themselves provide some insulation, but may require additional insulation for better energy efficiency.
Timber Frame Cabins: Typically have space between the structural frame for modern insulation materials, allowing for better energy efficiency.
Interior Space and Design Flexibility:
Log Cabins: Often have limited design flexibility due to the stacking log construction, leading to more uniform wall surfaces and potentially less open space.
Timber Frame Cabins: Provide more design versatility, allowing for larger open spaces, higher ceilings, and a variety of interior layouts due to the supportive frame structure.
Construction and Maintenance:
Log Cabins: May require more maintenance, particularly in sealing the logs and managing potential settling or shifting of the logs over time.
Timber Frame Cabins: Generally require less maintenance than log cabins and do not experience the same degree of settling or shifting.
Timber frame cabins are extremely durable. When built with quality materials and proper techniques, they can last for centuries. The longevity is enhanced by the use of large, solid timbers and robust joinery.
Yes, they offer great flexibility in design and can be customized to fit specific needs, preferences, and site conditions. This includes variations in size, layout, window placements, and interior finishes.
Timber frame cabins can be very energy-efficient. The use of modern insulation techniques, such as SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels), along with the natural insulating properties of wood, can lead to significant energy savings.
Yes, they are suitable for various climates. Proper design, material choice, and construction techniques can adapt a timber frame cabin for anything from cold, snowy regions to hot, humid areas.
Yes. We provide expert cabin assembly services in select areas (additional fees apply). We deliver across all 50 states, and each cabin build comes complete with every component required for construction.
Where assembly by our HTF craftsmen isn't offered in your region, we suggest working with a qualified local contractor to guarantee your cabin is properly erected.
