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| Timber Frame of the Month: Fly-Fisherman's Paradise | |
This month's Timber Frame comes from Cabin Creek Timber Frames, based out of Franklin, NC.
This vacation home sits on the breathtaking Nantahala River outside Franklin, NC, the location chosen specifically by the owner, a fly-fishing enthusiast. Just steps from the house is a fly-fishing paradise in the Nantahala River, one of the finest trout streams in the eastern US. The crew at Cabin Creek Timber Frames had to "ford" the Nantahala River with the timber frame to get to the job site, making for a fun (albeit unusual) arrival! The great room, bedroom and dining rooms features stunning framework, showcasing the craftsmanship of the Cabin Creek team.
For more information on this home or Cabin Creek Timber Frames, please visit them online or call (828) 369-5899.
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| Vote for the Timber Frame of the Year | | |
It has been one year since we debuted our column, Timber Frame of the Month. Since then we have featured 11 incredible and unique homes all crafted by companies in our membership.
Please click here to read the features on each of these projects, then make sure to vote for your favorite- we'll share our results, the first ever TFBC Timber Frame of the Year, in next month's issue.
October 2009 November 2009 Dec. 09/ Jan 10
February 2010 March 2010 April 2010
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| Great Read for Timber Frame Enthusiasts | |
The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live
by Sarah Susanka by Taunton Press
Paperback 
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| Five Reasons to Use an Architect for Your Home Design |
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When you are building a new home, you want to have it your way, and rightly so. Everything from the floor plan layout, the home's character and style, features, systems, materials, and décor should reflect who you are and your philosophy on life. Hiring an architect for the design and project management of the home can make the whole process go smoothly. Here are some of the skills an architect brings to a project and some of the functions he or she performs:
1. Understands the Scope of the Project: A licensed architect understands the details and phases of the project and has the expertise to develop and refine the vision so you can understand the scope of the project.
2. Knows State and Local Codes: The licensed architect is knowledgeable in the building codes applicable to your project and designs the structure of the home to meet these codes. They usually prepare most of the documentation necessary for you to get your building permits, saving you both time and money.
3. Hires the Team: When you secure an architect's project management services, he or she heads the team and makes sure everyone knows their job. They answer the myriad of questions from the builder and their subcontractors, and makes sure any changes do not affect the structural and architectural integrity of the design.
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| Must-Read Articles For Any Homeowner | |
-- Do ceiling fans boost the energy efficiency of your heating and air conditioning systems? Check out this article from GreenBuildingAdvisor.com which addresses this ceiling fan myth.
-- Can Swimming Pools be Green? Another great article from GreenBuildingAdvisor.com, perfect read if you're debating putting a pool in your backyard or if you already have one, find answers on how you can make yours as green as possible.
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Do you have a question about your home or building project? Please forward your questions to pam@timberframe.org and the answer may be found in the next edition of "In Touch." |
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| About the Timber Frame Business Council |
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Established in October 1995, the Timber Frame Business Council (TFBC) was created as a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality, integrity and marketability of the timber frame industry. TFBC is committed to strengthening and advancing the business, communications and research capabilities within the timber frame industry.
Using its most traditional definition, timber framing is a specific type of post and beam construction in which a frame is created from solid wood timbers that are connected by several types of interlocking wood joinery including mortise and tenon, dovetails or scarfs secured with hardwood pegs.
Timber frames are enclosed using several methods. While traditional timber frames were typically in-filled (between the posts and beams) with various mixtures of clay, straw, lime and other regionally available materials, contemporary frames use several methods that effectively enclose the timber frame and allow the timbers to remain exposed to the interior of the building. Timber framing is a building system which lends itself well to both residential and commercial construction over a broad spectrum of architectural styles such as; traditional, rustic, modern, southwestern, oriental and colonial to name a few. Timber framing integrates well with many other building systems and materials, such as; structural insulated panels, log systems, engineered wood products, concrete and conventional stud framing. |
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| The Timber Frame Business Council is a non-profit trade association dedicated to putting you in touch with North America's best timber framing professionals. Please consider hiring a TFBC member for your next building project! And, remember, to stay "In Touch"!
Sincerely,
Pam Hinton, Executive Director
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