Timber frame buildings

The Höghult house is a part of a large estate with several old buildings in the middle of the Swedish landscape with old farms, large fields and endless views over the green forest. The site is steep, with the building on the very top, overlooking the forest and an adjacent lake. The building consists of two equally sized volumes, one closed horizontal timber part and one open timber framing part. In the closed volume there is a sauna, shower and bedroom. In the other one there is a large open room and on both sides of it there is an open patio.  Mikael Olsson Mikael Olsson Mikael Olsson The vision was to add a building to the estate that was both restrained and magnificent at the same time and which had an interaction... More

For many years, the homeowners of this stunning lakeside timber frame desired a custom home on their rare site which would blend both of their very different styles, while highlighting the unbelievable panoramic water views. On a clear day, one can see for miles and even count the many islands in the distance. In fact, the homeowner used to climb the antennae of his former home just to take in the seemingly endless views. OakBridge Timber Framing/Kris Miller Photography OakBridge Timber Framing/Kris Miller Photography Guests are greeted by breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Erie which are magnificently framed like pieces of art by the oak timbers. Once the soft glow of evening arrives, the home takes on a stylish, luxurious, sw... More

The Fumich family is ready to enjoy their outdoor living space whether rain or shine. This large timber frame pavilion has ample room for guests to enjoy the outdoor kitchen, gather around the fireplace, watch the game, or take a swim. Or on a good day, all of the above. Handcrafted by three generations of master craftsman at OakBridge Timber Framing. More

Hobbyists need a place to relax and focus on their pastimes, and this hobby barn is the perfect example. A beautiful woodworking shop is ideal for weekend woodworking, and the open first floor and loft spaces are great for hosting friends to share the completed projects, exercise, or simply just a staycation. There is even a space for beekeeping projects behind the woodshop.  More

The Wirrig outdoor living space is an absolute masterpiece. Large timbers, a massive hearth, and wide open areas are perfect for parties, weddings, or any outdoor event that needs a special venue. The idea for it came to the property owners one starry night - literally: One night, the property owner and some friends jumped in his newly purchased old 1966 Ford pickup truck, and drove around the Ohio property, which has fields and woods. The night was filled with stars, and friends started talking about how cool it would be to get married out there, if there was some sort of pavilion… and so, the idea of building one began. While the friends got married before the pavilion came to fruition, it’s become the homeowner’s go-t... More

The story behind the houseLet’s start with a tour through the new flagship HUF house in Brooklands, Weybridge. At first glance it’s a typical HUF house. But wait! A detail catches the eye, with a subtle and pleasant effect. The new colour “HUF dark grey” with its gentle surface sheen reveals new aspects of the post-and-beam structure, harmonising perfectly with the coordinated colour accents of the front door and the interior as seen from outside. The entrance area covered by the recess gives an initial impression of being safely at home. We step inside. This entrance fascinates you instantly, fully capturing your attention. Thank goodness that nature provided us with the gift of three-dimensional vision! In the hor... More

The site of Daylighthouse 2 is next to the huge lake IJsselmeer. In between the lake and the house is a beautiful swamp for birds. Almere planned row houses on this location and the town house is the end of a row facing south west. Mirck Architecture translated the wishes of the client into a wooden cube of 9 by 9 by 9 meter. The facade, inner space and climate are influenced by sunlight and daylight. The particular structure of the cube is shown everywhere and continued in the plot wall and the shed.The ground floor living space is fully glazed to the south and west side. The sun protection is created by the cantilevered bedroom volume above. To the north, a split level opens the inner space, creating voids. In the voids special shiny roun... More

A young family bought a piece of land to build the house of their dreams. The plot is located in a new quarter of The Hague called Ypenburg. This particular area gives the opportunity to build any house you like, but... there are a few urban restrictions. One of these restrictions is the shape of the roof, and another one is the use of brickwork and/or wood in the facade. The client had a vision of a house with a house for the two parents and a house for their two children. This idea transformed in the "single family double house" where the parents` house and the children`s house greet each other in a unique space in between. The space is fully glazed and bounded by the two archetype houses. At the ground floor the space is unified with... More