Author Archive
Dovetail Joinery in Timber Framing
The “Dovetail” is a classic wood working joint that is used in furniture making, cabinets and timber frames. If you open the drawer on a custom kitchen cabinet, chances are the four sides are joined together with dovetails. Fine furniture uses dovetail joinery too. The dovetails in timber frames are […]
Rot in Heavy Timber Columns
This heavy timber column looks terrific after 20 years of use, but there is a serious design problem with the stone surround. The column base is actually a stone veneer built on plywood and sealed at the top. Water was able to seep into the buildup, even after […]
Dutch Barn Concept with a Modern Twist
An old Dutch barn has inspired an owner and his Architect to create a modern version for his residence. The home will have high vaulted ceilings and the great room will be vaulted for two stories. What would have been the hay loft will be second floor bedroom and common […]
Arched Church Beams for St. Andrew’s Church
We are just home from installing these beautiful arched beams for St. Andrews Church in Ridgefield, CT. We will have to go back and photograph this church once the construction is complete. The beams are a combination of douglas fir timber, glulam arches and steel connections. Heavy timber adds a […]
Pavilion Oak Timber Trusses in Quebec
These oak ceiling trusses were stained dark to the owner’s taste. They are in the great room of a pavilion in Quebec.
Six Flags – New Jersey Timber Frames
We are very excited about three new timber frame contracts we just signed with Six Flags in New Jersey. See photos of the completed project here: Six Flags, NJ
