The bent is the building block of a timber frame. As a cross section through the building, it carries most of the secondary members, like joists, rafters and connectors. The bent gives the timber frame home its shape. There are many types of bents. Bents can be modified to almost any style, and different bents can be used in the same building to form L's, additions, porches and sheds.
We can design and structurally engineer bents and frames for almost any application. See the picture below for examples of some common bent styles used in timber frame design. |
