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Custom Timber Frame Homes — Turnkey Design–Build Packages with Fixed Pricing and 60‑Day Installation

We deliver handcrafted timber frame homes through a true turnkey design–build process with guaranteed fixed pricing and a streamlined 60‑day installation window. From engineering and permits to offsite fabrication and onsite erection, our team provides predictable outcomes, transparent schedules, and elevated craft.

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Who We Are

We are a design–build team of architects, engineers, and master craftspeople dedicated to custom timber frame homes delivered with fixed pricing and dependable 60‑day installation. Our integrated studio, fabrication shop, and field crews ensure accountability, clear communication, and exceptional results.

Our Turnkey Process

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A disciplined, start‑to‑finish methodology integrates design, engineering, permitting, fabrication, and erection into one accountable contract, ensuring predictable scheduling, transparent budgeting, and a coordinated 60‑day installation that minimizes disruption while maximizing quality, safety, and long‑term performance.

  • Discovery and Budget Alignment We begin with collaborative goals, site realities, and a detailed budget workshop that clarifies priorities, defines allowances, and aligns expectations. Early cost modeling protects your investment, prevents scope creep, and sets a clear path toward a fixed price without compromising architectural intent.
  • From Concept to Engineered Plans Our architects and engineers translate concepts into stamped construction documents, coordinating structural, energy, and code requirements. Precise joinery detailing and connection engineering guarantee fabrication readiness, reduce RFIs, and allow you to approve every decision before procurement and schedule commitments are finalized.
  • Procurement and Offsite Fabrication Once drawings are signed, we source certified timber, SIPs, and envelope components, then deploy CNC precision cutting and hand finishing. Offsite fabrication compresses timelines, reduces waste, and ensures every mortise, tenon, and steel connector arrives ready for rapid, safe, weather‑resilient assembly.

Timber Frame Design Options

Select from contemporary, rustic, or hybrid expressions tailored to your climate, view corridors, and lifestyle, balancing span requirements, glazing strategy, and roof geometry while maintaining structural efficiency, elegant proportions, and practical constructability across budgets and regional code constraints.

Modern Mountain Aesthetic

Clean lines, expressive joinery, and large glass walls create a refined alpine character without sacrificing thermal performance. We balance slender profiles with engineered spans, concealed steel where appropriate, and tactile wood finishes that look intentional from every angle and daylight condition.

Classic Barn‑Inspired Frames

Traditional king post, queen post, and hammer beam geometries evoke timeless craft while meeting modern load paths. We integrate reclaimed accents, hand‑hewn textures, and durable finishes, delivering authentic character that harmonizes beautifully with contemporary kitchens, open lofts, and high‑efficiency building envelopes.

Coastal and High‑Wind Solutions

For hurricane or coastal zones, we engineer uplift resistance, lateral bracing, and corrosion‑resistant hardware with verified calculations. Elevated foundations, impact glazing, and robust roof diaphragms ensure beauty, safety, and insurance compliance without compromising the warmth and presence of natural timber.

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Materials and Craftsmanship

We specify premium species, sustainable sourcing, and meticulous finishing, uniting CNC accuracy with hand‑tooled detailing for joints that fit tightly, age gracefully, and perform reliably under demanding loads, seasonal movement, and diverse environmental conditions across varied project locations.

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Douglas Fir vs. White Oak

Species selection influences spanning capacity, movement, color, and cost. Douglas fir offers excellent strength‑to‑weight and uniform grain, while white oak provides dense durability and striking figure; we recommend based on structural needs, finish goals, budget, and regional availability.

Precision CNC and Hand Finishing

Computer‑guided milling delivers repeatable accuracy for complex joinery, while hand chiseling and sanding refine fit and feel. This hybrid approach reduces onsite adjustments, accelerates erection, and creates furniture‑grade details that read beautifully in exposed beams, trusses, and columns.

Eco Finishes and Fire Protection

Low‑VOC stains, natural oils, and intumescent coatings safeguard indoor air quality and enhance fire resistance. We match finish systems to UV exposure, humidity, and cleaning expectations, creating durable surfaces with predictable maintenance cycles and consistent color over time.

Turnkey Services

From feasibility to keys, our services are packaged for clarity, speed, and quality, eliminating handoffs and uncertainty while safeguarding budget and schedule integrity on every custom timber frame project.

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Fixed‑Price Turnkey Home Package

A comprehensive contract covering design coordination, structural engineering, timber fabrication, SIP envelope, windows, doors, finishes within allowances, and full project management. You approve specifications up front, then we deliver a complete home without surprise costs or delays.

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60‑Day Rapid Installation

Dedicated crews, crane operations, and pre‑staged logistics achieve dry‑in and substantial completion milestones within sixty days for qualifying projects. Clear prerequisites, safety planning, and contingency buffers protect the schedule while maintaining uncompromising craftsmanship and site stewardship.

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Site and Feasibility Assessment

A thorough pre‑design package including site walk, utility mapping, geotechnical coordination, zoning review, budget validation, and preliminary energy modeling. Receive actionable findings, risks, and a roadmap to fixed pricing with confidence in scope, timeline, and approvals.

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Energy and Building Envelope

High‑performance envelopes pair structural insulated panels with air‑tight detailing, thermal‑bridge control, and balanced ventilation, producing quiet, comfortable interiors, lower utility costs, and predictable energy models aligned with local climate data and stringent performance targets.

SIP Wall and Roof Systems

Factory‑built SIPs reduce thermal bridging, accelerate dry‑in, and deliver consistent R‑values. Our details prioritize continuous insulation, vapor control, and robust connections at eaves, valleys, and ridge lines to prevent air leakage and condensation risks throughout seasonal shifts.

Windows, Doors, and Glazing Strategy

We specify high‑performance units with appropriate U‑values, solar heat gain coefficients, and design pressure ratings. Strategic orientation harvests winter sun while mitigating summer heat, balancing views and daylight with privacy, comfort, and long‑term durability in challenging climates.

Air Sealing and Commissioning

Continuous air barriers, detailed taping, and blower door testing validate performance targets. We diagnose weak points, refine sealing strategies, and document results, ensuring your timber frame home feels solid, drafts are eliminated, and mechanical systems operate efficiently year‑round.

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Foundations and Site Work

Site‑specific foundation solutions consider soils, frost depth, drainage, and access, pairing civil planning with precise layout so the frame lands perfectly, utilities are coordinated, and logistics support a safe, efficient 60‑day installation without surprises.

Site Assessment and Soil Testing

We coordinate geotechnical investigations, topographic surveys, and utility locates to reveal constraints early. Findings inform footing sizes, drainage strategies, and driveway approaches, reducing change orders and ensuring schedule integrity through informed design and procurement decisions.

Foundation Systems and Drainage

Whether slab‑on‑grade, frost wall, or pier foundations, our designs manage uplift, settlement, and moisture. We specify waterproofing, capillary breaks, and robust sub‑slab insulation, protecting finishes, improving comfort, and extending the life of the entire structure.

Utility Coordination and Access

We plan trenching, septic, water, and electrical routes with crane access and staging in mind. Early coordination prevents rework, ensures code compliance, and allows deliveries and crews to move efficiently during the fast‑paced erection and enclosure phases.

Fixed Pricing Explained

Our fixed pricing is built on complete drawings, defined specifications, and verified allowances, providing transparent inclusions, documented exclusions, and a clear change process that protects your budget while preserving design intent and schedule certainty.

What’s Included in the Fixed Price

We bundle architectural coordination, structural engineering, fabrication, delivery, erection, SIP envelope, windows, doors, and project management. Selections within allowances are detailed up front to avoid ambiguity and maintain financial clarity from contract through handover.

Allowances and Finish Selections

Cabinetry, appliances, fixtures, and surfaces are assigned realistic allowances based on your style and quality targets. We guide showroom visits, track decisions, and update cost dashboards so you always understand impacts before approving upgrades or substitutions.

Change Orders and Value Engineering

If needs evolve, we propose priced alternates with schedule implications clearly stated. Our value engineering looks for equivalent performance at lower cost, protecting aesthetics while keeping the financial framework intact and the installation timeline on track.

60‑Day Installation Plan

A tightly sequenced schedule coordinates framing, enclosure, and critical rough‑ins to achieve dry‑in and substantial completion milestones within sixty days, contingent on approved permits, prepared foundations, and timely selections that eliminate onsite decision bottlenecks.

Pre‑Installation Checklist

We verify foundation dimensions, anchor locations, access roads, crane setup, and safety plans. Materials are staged, weather windows assessed, and trades briefed, ensuring day one begins with momentum and every subsequent step builds efficiently upon the last.

Erection and Enclosure Timeline

Timber erection proceeds bay by bay, followed by SIP installation and weatherproofing. Windows and doors are set promptly to secure the shell, enabling mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough‑ins to start early without compromising site safety or quality control.

Weather and Logistics Contingencies

We plan alternate crane days, heated enclosures, and flexible delivery windows. Contingency buffers are embedded into the schedule, and our supervisors make proactive calls that keep critical path items moving despite unexpected weather or transportation challenges.

Permitting and Engineering

We handle code research, structural stamps, and permit submittals, coordinating with jurisdictions and HOA committees so approvals proceed smoothly, inspections pass the first time, and documents reflect the exact house we intend to fabricate and assemble.

Customization and Upgrades

Tailor your home with curated finish packages, outdoor living features, and technology integrations that enhance comfort, resilience, and resale value while respecting structural logic, energy goals, and the natural beauty of exposed timber architecture.

Interior Finish Packages

From wide‑plank floors and custom stairs to built‑ins and lighting design, we assemble coordinated palettes that complement the frame. Detailed elevations and samples remove guesswork, ensuring selections meet durability, maintenance, and budget expectations.

Outdoor Living and Landscape Interfaces

Timber porches, decks, pergolas, and covered entries extend your living space while protecting transitions from weather. We integrate drainage, lighting, and structural tie‑ins for long‑lasting performance and seamless architectural language inside and out.

Smart Home and Solar Readiness

Pre‑wiring, equipment niches, and roof layout planning accommodate solar arrays, batteries, and automation. Our coordinated approach ensures future upgrades install cleanly without rework, maintaining envelope integrity and aesthetic consistency across systems.

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Quality Assurance and Safety

A rigorous QA program tracks tolerances from shop to site, while safety protocols protect crews, clients, and neighbors, ensuring craftsmanship, schedule, and community relationships remain strong throughout the rapid installation period.

  • We execute multi‑point inspections, verify moisture content, and confirm joint tolerances before shipping. Onsite, supervisors check plumb, level, and torque values, documenting each step to maintain traceable quality from foundation to final trim.

  • Daily briefings, fall protection plans, and equipment certifications anchor our safety culture. We organize traffic, fencing, and signage so the neighborhood stays informed and protected while the project advances quickly and cleanly.

  • Final walkthroughs confirm finish quality, systems functionality, and documentation completeness. We deliver manuals, warranties, and maintenance plans, ensuring you understand every component and feel confident operating your new home from day one.

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Financing and Payment Schedule

We coordinate with construction lenders, structure draw schedules around deliverables, and align insurance so the project is financially predictable, cash‑flow efficient, and synchronized with the 60‑day installation plan and final occupancy targets.

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Sustainability and Sourcing

Responsible forestry, low‑waste fabrication, and high‑performance envelopes reduce embodied carbon and operational energy, creating beautiful homes that tread lightly while offering exceptional comfort and longevity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the fixed price include?
Our fixed price includes coordinated design support, structural engineering, timber fabrication, delivery, erection, SIP walls and roof, windows, doors, project management, and finishes within documented allowances. Exclusions and potential site‑specific extras are clearly listed before contract, ensuring transparent expectations and zero ambiguity.
How do you achieve a 60‑day installation?
We fabricate offsite, stage materials, and sequence trades around a critical path that prioritizes safe, rapid erection and immediate enclosure. With permits approved and foundation prepared, dedicated crews, crane days, and contingency buffers keep milestones predictable, even with weather variables considered proactively.
Can I customize the design without losing price certainty?
Yes, customization is integral, provided decisions are made before pricing is locked. We use allowances, detailed specifications, and signed selections to capture your choices. If changes arise later, we price them transparently with schedule impact noted, protecting both budget and timeline.
Which regions do you serve and how are logistics handled?
We serve multiple states with coordinated freight, crane scheduling, and local inspection support. Early site assessments address access, staging, and neighborhood constraints. Our logistics team plans deliveries, safety perimeters, and daily workflows to minimize disruption and maintain the installation tempo promised in your contract.
How energy efficient are your timber frame homes?
We pair structural insulated panels with airtight detailing, high‑performance glazing, and verified commissioning. Blower door tests confirm targets, while balanced ventilation, efficient equipment, and pragmatic solar readiness reduce operational costs, delivering quiet comfort and measurable performance across seasons and climates.
What warranties and support are provided after move‑in?
You receive clear structural, envelope, and finish warranties, plus orientation, manuals, and scheduled check‑ins. We document maintenance best practices and remain available for service needs, ensuring your investment performs as designed and remains beautiful and durable over time.

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181 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2T3, Canada

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