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A number of elements contribute to your unique timber home design. Get expert advice on decor, furnishings, timber frame finishing materials and floor plan design.

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How to Design the Ultimate Primary Bathroom
Five lessons to help you create the perfect primary bathroom for your timber home.
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10 Strategies for a Serene Timber Home
Life can get crazy, but your timber home should be a place of refuge on which you and your family can rely. Use these 10 strategi…
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Coastal Decor for Timber Homes
Whether you’re testing the waters with a single room or decorating an entire beach cottage, these coastal-inspired finds will be a lifesaver.
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How to Make an Open-Concept Kitchen Work in a Small Space
This kitchen offers lots of lessons in timber-home design, from how to add-on in style to how to make the most of a small, open s…
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Our Favorite Double-Duty Furniture for Small Timber Homes
Got room? In a smaller home, it’s all about making every inch of space work — even when it comes to your furnishings.
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12 Essential Tips to Small-Home Success
Follow these tips, tricks, and ideas to create a timber home that’s sweet and petite.
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A Timber Home Kitchen That Does the Hard Work for You
Take a peek inside this stunning kitchen that makes entertaining a snap.
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7 Ways to Add Individuality to Your Timber Home
Nobody wants a cookie-cutter house. Choosing a timber frame or post-and-beam structure puts your new home squarely into “above av…
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6 Smart Tips for Outdoor Showers
Stop dirt, sand, and more at the door.
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3 Ways to Achieve a Magnificent Mantel
The mantel is the perfect place to showcase your style and make a statement.
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5 Timber Frame Homes With Must-See Outdoor Entertaining Spaces
From outdoor kitchens to cozy fire pits, these timber frame houses embrace the best in outdoor living.
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How to Design the Perfect Entryway
When it comes to designing a foyer that welcomes, it's all about form meeting function.
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This Rustic Kitchen is a Must-See
This rustic kitchen mixes it up with two sinks, a generously sized kitchen island, and a variety of natural and reclaimed wood.
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DIY Design: Concrete Imprints
Add your own fossil-like imprints to concrete to give your timber frame home an aged appearance.
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How to Create a Hobby Room
Design a personalized space dedicated to what you love to do and get inspired by these fun examples.
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How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantel
The mantel is an underestimated fireplace feature that can set the tone in any living space. Here's how to decorate a fireplace m…
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How to Maintain Your Wormy Maple Floor
Wormy or ambrosia maple is known for its white and dark wood tones, but it can lose color over time. Here's how to keep your worm…
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Why a Wood-Burning Fireplace is Worth the Investment
It's time to rekindle your romance with an old flame: the wood-burning fireplace.
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Room-by-Room Ideas for a Timber Home That Brings Everyone Together
These warm and welcoming design ideas prove why a timber-framed home is the ultimate gathering spot.
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Timber Frame Gazebo Inspiration
A well-designed timber-frame gazebo provides a flexible outdoor living space perfect for a range of gatherings.
Where to Place Your Chimney
Where to Place Your Chimney
What are the pros and cons for an interior versus an exterior chimney? We’re working on a limited budget and need to build someth…
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3 Tips for Lighting Your Vaulted Ceiling
Successful lighting design in a timber home with cathedral and vaulted ceilings soaring 20-plus feet into the air creates an addi…
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How High Should You Hang Light Fixtures in Timber Homes?
How high or low should you hang your lighting fixtures? Here are a few quick guidelines.
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Lighting Definitions: Lighting Styles for Your Timber Frame
Confused about all of the different lighting options out there? Here’s a brief overview of different fixtures.
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4 Types of Lighting Used in Homes
Light is light, right? Actually, no. A variety of light sources are needed for safety, livability and ambiance. It can help you a…
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Answers to Your Timber Frame Stain + Sealant Questions
Choosing timber-frame appropriate stains and sealants will ensure your home is as strong as it is stunning.
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6 Farmhouse Decor Items We Love
You don’t have to live in the country to reap the benefits of farm-inspired home decor. Whether you’re looking for one signature piece or to transform a room, unearth some inspiration from this crop of fabulous finds.
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