Timber Frame Blog Posts

As the design for our adaptive reuse campus was evolving, we knew we wanted to incorporate timber framing for many reasons. Not only would we be giving new life to this run-down farmstead and providing a safe and beautiful space…

In today’s rapidly evolving world of commercial construction, where steel and concrete are common, there’s a timeless beauty and enduring strength found in the age-old craft of timber framing. While modern building techniques offer efficiency and convenience, the resurgence of…

Per Whitpain Township historical records, this property was previously known as the McCracken Residence and farmstead. Earliest accounts indicate that the original construction of the barn was 1785 along with its three sister buildings. The three sister buildings were a…

Basics and Details For this project the timber frame structure was cut and prepared off site, delivered to Mendham Golf and Tennis Club and erected in place.  The timbers themselves are Douglas Fir sourced from the Pacific Northwest, providing rapidly…

Timber frame has become a popular building method for residential homeowners. After all, its sturdy good looks and sustainability make it a desirable addition to any new home. But what about using timber frames in commercial buildings? It’s a desirable…

Quarry View Building Group began building timber frame structures primarily because our customers wanted to combine beautiful timber and old world style but there are other benefits to using us as your timber frame builder. One of these benefits in…

The dictionary defines timber as: “a large squared or dressed piece of wood ready for use or forming part of a structure.” Along with the ubiquitous calling of a falling tree, these are the two most popular references to wood…

Building homes with wood is as ancient as the house itself. For centuries, homes were constructed with wood in addition to mud, stone, brick and many other earthen compounds. Timber framed homes became a mainstay in Colonial America with its…

Work often creates an opportunity to connect. Because they grew up in the Amish community, several members of the team at Quarry View Building Group participated in barn raisings. Here, the Amish community assembled to meet the practical needs of…

You’re excited to build a new home, and timber frame houses have caught your eye. Should you go with a traditional steel-frame structure or a timber frame? These frequently asked questions (FAQs) on timber frame houses can help you decide…