With a variety of options in styles, materials, and designs, exterior timber framing can be used to change the look of a home and draw attention to its unique design. Leaving the timbers exposed for visual effect has been a growing design trend for higher-end home construction. Many homeowners are drawn to this design because of its interior advantages but the timber frame elements can elevate any exterior. Selecting materials that fit your preferences and budgets is an important part of the architectural process. There is no mistake that timber frame elements can make a dramatic statement in ..read more

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FEATURED Little Lake Cabin in the Wisconsin Woods by Claudia Johnson | Photography by Glenn Sanderson This story originally appeared in the 2022 edition of Cozy Cabins & Cottages magazine. More than 20 years after its original construction, Doug and Patty Beilfuss have renovated a small cabin situated within 21 acres of Wisconsin woods filled with maple, red oak, hemlock, cedar, white pine and ash. Porch timbers were crafted from Douglas fir, and new western red cedar lap siding stained with Sherwin-Williams WoodScapes covers the exterior. 980 Sq Ft  |  Timber Frame ..read more

FEATURED Destination Driftless A Wisconsin Trout Trail Retreat Project GoalsOur clients came to us looking for a getaway for them to escape the city and spend time in the outdoors. This specific site was chosen for it’s majestic natural views and it’s immediate proximity to some of the best trout fishing streams in Wisconsin’s famed Driftless region. The home site overlooks the banks of Vernon County’s famed Bad Axe River which serves as an omnipresent reminder to keep a rod and reel within reach. Looking for a modern home design to blend into the natural landscape, our client’s key ..read more

FEATURED Making your Staircase a Feature in Your Home From modern style, to a traditional grand staircase. Staircase is more than just a connection between floors and living spaces. Often, your staircase is a design feature of your home interior. Whether the staircase is the first thing you see when you walk into the home or a very last place you encounter, it can serve as a major design element or even a focal point. Often, redesigning a staircase can open up the entire floor-plan and instantly update your home. Connecting Spaces  | Combining warm wood with a modern cable r ..read more

IN PROGRESS MODERN TIMBER FRAME DESIGN A mix of modern style with mountain architecture. When you go back to the roots of modern style design, you almost always run into Frank Lloyd Wright’s prairie style. He inspired a calling back to nature where our buildings fit into the surrounding environment and embraced the natural elements of fire and light. He encouraged the use of local materials, including stone and wood, that could be crafted on site for each specific home. The beautiful natural wood tones of timber frame construction are a perfect fit for modern architecture. Using som ..read more

Chicago – Schaumburg Lake Home & Cabin Show – Jan 10-12 Now in its 16th year, the Lake Home & Cabin Show is Chicagoland’s ONLY show that specializes in vacation homes and the second home lifestyle. Whether you already own a second home, hope to someday own one or just want to immerse yourself in the warm decor and passion of the “up north” atmosphere you’ll want to start every year with a trip to the Lake Home & Cabin Show. Location Schaumburg Convention Center 1551 Thoreau Drive N. Schaumburg, IL 60173 Show Website SHOW HOURS Friday, January 10 | 2 pm – 8 pm Saturday, January ..read more

Why Choose Timber Frame Home Construction? When it comes to building your new house, remodeling your existing house, or even building an addition to your home such as a garage or great room, there are many options to choose from when it comes to framing. But what is timber framing and why should you choose it for your next home building project? Few materials measure up to the beauty and versatility of timber-framing. Here are a few benefits of choosing timber over other materials. 1. BEAUTY, WARMTH, CONNECTION It’s easy to say that timber frames add beauty and distinction to any house project ..read more

For may hunters, the annual November pilgrimage to deer camp involves loading up on propane and blankets and heading north to an uninsulated, one-of-a-kind shack and sacrificing basic creature comforts in the name of tradition and manliness. But the modern day hunting experience is changing and timber frame construction is creating spaces to bring the lodge experience to deer season. We’re seeing more and more clients wanting to get a little closer to the land, except the only deer you’ll be sleeping next to are the ones on your trophy wall in the Great Room. Hunting Lodge Home Details Built ..read more

Remember the good ol’ days as a kid when you could escape from the responsibilities of everyday life and head out back to the treehouse? Our clients embraced the spirit of “getting away from it all” for inspiration in designing and creating this Man Cave – Retreat Barn in northern Wisconsin. This party barn was just the right mix of modern conveniences and traditional timber frame building details.   The end result is a craftsman oasis in the woods. Vaulted ceilings to a loft over the living space and plentiful windows open the home to vistas of the woods and sky. Custom wood timber fr ..read more