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29 06, 2019

Timber frame company recommendation

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:43+00:00

On occasion I am asked which timber frame company I recommend.

My number one source that I recommend is…

You!

Why let someone else have all the fun?

If the idea of doing the joinery on an entire home or barn is intimidating… consider starting with a small outbuilding first. You will find that the process is quite enjoyable. I have found that most timber frame companies showcase elaborate and highly complicated joinery, but the fact is that timber framing does not need to be overly challenging. Farmers and homeowners have been building their own homes and barns for centuries and with today’s reference materials and power tools it’s easier now than ever.

Even if you decide to go with a timber frame company (and there are quite a few good ones out there) it pays to have a bit of hands on experience and thoughts on designs before approaching them.

Originally posted 2016-04-30 17:13:28.

Timber frame company recommendationNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:43+00:00

29 06, 2019

Timber frame and log… together

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:39+00:00

For those who love the idea of a home built of massive timbers, but also want bright interior spaces, tall ceilings, and superior insulation (three things that log cabins are not known for), a timber frame home is the ideal choice.

Here we have a vintage timber frame that we added to an existing log home… an amazing combination.

The two had never met… the log cabin… and the timber frame… but it was easy to see once they stood next to each other, that it was a match made in heaven.

Originally posted 2016-04-28 13:12:30.

Timber frame and log… togetherNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:39+00:00

29 06, 2019

The American Canopy

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:35+00:00

I just finished reading this book and I highly recommend it. I have gained a whole new level of respect and awe at impact the forests of this nation has had on our history.

Originally posted 2016-04-26 11:22:59.

The American CanopyNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:35+00:00

29 06, 2019

A copper roof… from shiny to green

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:33+00:00

A copper roof only stays “new penny shiny” for about a week, maybe two, before it quickly turns a milk chocolate brown. And then, give it 20 or 30 more years before it starts to develop a green cast.

Originally posted 2016-04-23 14:56:41.

A copper roof… from shiny to greenNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:33+00:00

29 06, 2019

Details, details, details

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:22+00:00

When it comes time to build your home… or even a shed… think “outside the box”.

This is a outbuilding that I built for myself… Outbuildings… you can’t get enough of them!

This was one of those “weekend projects” that took me the entire summer to put together. I have such an understanding, and patient, wife. God bless her.

I came up with a design that was historic, yet uncommon. It cost no more to arrange lumber differently than everyone else does. So why not?

I found an old antique door, and some salvaged windows to use… I saved some money in the process and created something unique and special in doing so. Win, win.

And the picket railing?… I found it at the local landfill. It took a little repair but someone else’s trash became my treasure!

And the red paint? hey, if you got it, flaunt it!

Originally posted 2016-04-02 13:44:28.

Details, details, detailsNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:22+00:00

29 06, 2019

Sometimes, it is clear who is in charge

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:16+00:00

Originally posted 2016-03-25 15:00:30.

Sometimes, it is clear who is in chargeNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:16+00:00

29 06, 2019

Farmhouse living

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:09+00:00

A person hasn’t truly lived until they have slept under sheets dried on a clothesline.

(and… oh, yeah… I do need to stay on topic… lol… the house is wonderful too)

Originally posted 2016-03-18 15:21:03.

Farmhouse livingNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:09+00:00

29 06, 2019

No chinking

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:06+00:00

No chinking required on this old tobacco barn. The owner chose to fill in all the gaps between the logs with wood making the barn easier to maintain and to keep animals out.

Originally posted 2016-03-18 14:36:37.

No chinkingNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:28:06+00:00

29 06, 2019

An office loft

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:27:55+00:00

A timber framed attic space can create such a charming room.

It’s a shame that so many timber frame companies focus on “grand… on huge… on sweeping… massive… and barn like” and ignore the potential of creating intimate spaces.

(BTW… I designed and built this one)

Originally posted 2016-03-04 14:00:03.

An office loftNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:27:55+00:00

29 06, 2019

Cabin art

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:27:54+00:00

Can a home be built that would be considered “art”… would this cabin be one of those?

(Art, noun: the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated for their beauty or emotional power).

Originally posted 2016-03-04 13:53:10.

Cabin artNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:27:54+00:00