Wide-open skies, awe-inspiring beauty, and an unhurried lifestyle are some of the reasons people chase their dreams and build a home in the mountains. Not only does spending time there reap benefits for the mind, body, and soul, but it’s also an opportunity to get away from it all and live amongst the beauty of the natural world. There are plenty of options in terms of floor plans, materials, and other features to make your luxury mountain home a relaxing retreat away from the stress of everyday life. In fact, it can be challenging to choose the best ones, so we’ve compiled a list of our 10 mu ..read more

At Mid-Atlantic Timberframes, we’re not just passionate about building with heavy timber, but we’re also eager to share our knowledge with others. We offer a range of continuing education opportunities for architects, builders, and designers, including lunch and learns, webinars, and CEU courses. If you’re curious about timber framing topics — such as its history, its sustainability and other benefits, and its future in the construction world — join us to learn more. You could even earn AIA learning units! Here are a few of our current education offerings. Lunch & Learns To sign up for any ..read more

Timber has been an ideal building material for centuries. Strong and durable, it also provides a natural softness in terms of aesthetics, making it popular for homes, restaurants, lodges, and many other structures in just about any setting. However, timber frame construction’s structural, logistical, and sustainability benefits make it well suited for three settings in particular: locations with extreme weather, rural or remote properties, and areas of natural beauty. Areas with Extreme Weather Heavy timber’s exceptional strength and durability help timber frame structures stand up well to ext ..read more

There’s good news on the horizon for timber frame builders. Prices on heavy timber are continuing to show a steady decline. As we’ve seen in recent years, prices were slow to rise in comparison to dimensional lumber, and the same is true as prices continue to drop slowly. Costs are expected to remain in a downward trend through the first quarter of 2023. The turnaround time for structural insulated panels has decreased significantly with a shorter lead time than we’ve seen in the past two years. Glulam materials, however, still have lengthy lead times thanks to production shortages.  The ..read more

After a brief hiatus, trade shows are back and thriving once again. One of the best places for builders and professionals in the residential construction business to get their brand in front of a large audience is the National Association of Home Builders International Builders’ Show (NAHB IBS). For businesses launching a new product, hoping to enhance their customer base, or desiring to build brand awareness, IBS is a must-do trade show. It’s a great opportunity to take advantage of a captive audience and connect with other businesses in the residential construction industry. Year after year ..read more

Off-site construction isn’t new, but in recent years, its popularity has been growing. There is mounting evidence to support the benefits of off-site construction as opposed to building each component piece by piece at the job site. Project tasks flow more smoothly, waste is reduced, and the work site is safer when components are manufactured in advance and set in place at just the right time. Off-site construction has also gained appeal as a more sustainable choice for builders. For more than ten years at Mid-Atlantic Timberframes, we’ve been manufacturing timber frame components in our state ..read more

Wood is well-known for lending a traditional, rustic look, but three trends we’re seeing in timber exteriors could change that reputation. Urban-Modern Influences in the Multifamily Sector Bold designs are replacing traditional styles to bring out a true urban feel in multifamily homes. Modernizing Traditional Farmhouse Design Darker colors, larger windows, and mixed textures and materials are replacing the white board-and-batten exterior of the traditional farmhouse aesthetic. Edgy Exteriors Vibrant colors are replacing neutral palettes, and mix-and-match materials (e.g., timber and metal or ..read more

In October, Category 4 Hurricane Ian brought heavy winds and torrential rain, destroying homes and other properties throughout Florida. In the midst of the devastation, we were grateful to see buildings that withstood the storm, including our timber frame pavilion at TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, Florida. Timber frame structures can be designed and engineered to stand up to some of Mother Nature’s most daunting challenges. By utilizing advanced CAD modeling software in tandem with the precision of our CNC machinery, we have the expertise to design high-performance connections tha ..read more

Starting a new building project can be fun and exciting at first — and then quickly turn into an overwhelming and daunting experience. Making a million decisions about big and small aspects of your future home can leave you feeling frustrated and exhausted. You might start out with a few ideas of what you want your new home to look like, but over time, it can be hard to picture how all the details will come together. That’s why working with an architect early in the building process can be a great benefit. These trained professionals have the education and experience to work with homeowners an ..read more

Owning a home high up in the great western mountain ranges is a dream come true for many. The impressive scenery and panoramic views are unparalleled. Whether you love the thrill of living near top-notch ski resorts or prefer the quiet and solitude of wide-open skies, living in the mountains can make you feel like you’re on top of the world. However, some of the features that make you crave the great outdoors are the very same things that can cause headaches when it comes to building a custom timber frame home in the mountains. So before you run off for that Rocky Mountain High, consider these ..read more