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Highlights
- Tedd Benson, a pioneer of the timber framing revival, shares his extensive expertise on this timeless building technique.
- Author(s): Tedd Benson
- 238 Pages
- Architecture, Buildings
Description
About the Book
Built for modern lifestyles, today's timber-frame homes feature open spaces, durable craftsmanship, and an accent on comfort. This book provides a comprehensive reference to timber-frame house design, written by one of the nation's foremost builders of this type of house. 145 color photos. 130 drawings.Book Synopsis
Tedd Benson, a pioneer of the timber framing revival, shares his extensive expertise on this timeless building technique.
Combining centuries-old craftsmanship with modern materials, Benson guides you through the process of designing and constructing beautiful, durable, and comfortable timber-frame homes. Whether you're a seasoned builder or an enthusiastic homeowner, The Timber-Frame Home is your essential guide to creating a unique and inviting space that honors traditional craftsmanship while embracing contemporary living. Key Features:- Comprehensive History: Discover the rich history of timber framing and its evolution into contemporary home design.
- Practical Solutions: Benson addresses common building challenges, such as plumbing, wiring, and insulation, providing practical solutions tailored for timber-frame construction.
- Stunning Visuals: This new edition is enhanced with hundreds of full-color photos and rendered drawings, making it easier to visualize your project from start to finish.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from a master timber framer whose extensive experience and insights can help you navigate the complexities of modern timber framing.
- Joining the Revival: Equip yourself with all the knowledge you need to participate in the exciting timber-frame revival and create your own stunning home.
From the Back Cover
Two decades ago, Tedd Benson helped kindle the dramatic rebirth of timer framing in this country. Today Benson and others are combining centuries-old timber-framing techniques with modern building materials to create houses that are as beautiful as they are durable and comfortable. In this book, Benson traces the history of the timber frame and tells how to create a new house in the tradition of old-world craftsmen. This new edtiion brings the latest advances in timber framing to life with hundreds of full-color photos and rendered drawings - all the information you need to join the timber-frame revival.Dimensions (Overall): 11.04 Inches (H) x 8.84 Inches (W) x .75 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.34 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 238
Genre: Architecture
Sub-Genre: Buildings
Publisher: Taunton Press
Theme: Residential
Format: Hardcover
Author: Tedd Benson
Language: English
Street Date: March 4, 1997
TCIN: 13583564
UPC: 9781561581290
Item Number (DPCI): 248-68-9565
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 2.34 pounds
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