A timber- frame structure isn’t just slapped up. Compared to a stick-built home, it uses more substantial cuts of wood and is fitted together with unique joinery like mortises, tenons , and ...

A timber-frame home is a celebration of wood on a massive scale. ... and chisel out mortise-and-tenon joints," says John S. Miller, ... that designs and builds timber-frame homes.

Distinctive designs make architect Edwin Lundie's timber-frames stand out. By CANDACE RENALLS, ... In these carefully planned designs, even the mortise and tenon joinery contributed to the look.

Construct a tried-and-true timber frame using timber framing joints in this how-to, complete with helpful tips. ... Draw plans on 1/4″ grid paper; for a 10’×12′ building, ...

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The new joint design for timber-concrete composite frames significantly improves load transfer and stiffness, addressing key challenges in hybrid construction.

Timber frame and post and beam construction are both beautiful methods of constructing a house. Most people don't know the difference between the two types. Included here is a short comparison of ...

The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) has released the first-ever set of U.S. recommendations for hybrid steel frames with mass timber floors, according to a news release.. Design Guide ...

Assuming there is an airtightness strategy, what rating (Air Permeability m3/(h.m2) at 50 Pascals) is the design going to achieve and how would your design compare with a timber frame building?