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Post & Beam Living Bids Farewell to the Summer of ‘09
As the days begin to grow shorter and the air shows its first hint of a chill, my thoughts wander to the ‘summer that never was’ here in New England. Yes, we had a few warm days, but not nearly enough, so please forgive me if I wax poetic about the season we didn’t have…
The Timber Frame Two-Step: Let’s Talk Space Conversion
In my first post “The Education of Beam Babe” I promised to tell you what has gone right with our carriage house barn and what could have gone better. I’m pleased to report that far more was done and has gone right than has gone wrong. Of the two things that have gone wrong, the…
Homes I’m Loving Right Now: A Post and Beam Horse Farm Barn-Home Addition
Part three in the series Homes I’m Loving Right Now is actually a barn addition to a beautiful 1700’s cape located in central New England. The young accomplished family loves to spend free time riding their horses. The lifestyle is so much a part of their lives that when it came time to add on…
What’s Your Favorite Style of Post and Beam?
I was thinking today about how much I love my Victorian-era carriage house post & beam. What is your favorite style of post and beam architecture?[polldaddy poll=1873407] Want more information about Yankee Barn Homes? Request more information and connect with our team at 800-258-9786. CONTACT US
Post and Beam Homes I’m Loving Right Now: A New Hampshire Mountain Retreat
Part two in my series on Homes I’m Loving Right Now focuses on a gorgeous house in the hills of New Hampshire. Within walking distance of a lake resort and a 10 minute drive to a major ski area, this home has a great deal to offer and that’s before you walk through the front…
Post and Beam Homes I’m Loving Right Now: Seaside Cottage in South Carolina
I must admit, I’m a home magazine junkie. I subscribe to most of them and those I don’t I often wind up buying on the newsstand. I read them from cover to cover the same way sports fans pour over league stats. I get many of my ideas from them and at times discover something…
My Outdoor Shower Kicks Butt!!
I have to tell you, my outdoor shower is the 8th Wonder of the World! When my husband first mentioned having one, I pooh-poohed the idea as an extravagance. Well, not any more!! If you love the out of doors and have an area that will accommodate one, I say forget the screened-in porch, forget…
Timber Frame to English: Definitions of Industry Terms; L-Z
Note: Please see July 10, 2009 post for A-K Lag Screw: A lag screw is a screw with a square or hexagonal head. Sometimes called a lag bolt. They are larger and stronger than regular screws. Lower Girt: A girt is a lower beam. In a post and beam home, it can be a…
Timber Frame to English: Definitions of Industry Terms; A-K
There may be times during the build process when certain terminology is used by industry people that we might not understand. This happened to me more than once when my husband and I were building. I could have used a “cheat sheet” of terms, so thought I’d assist any of you who might feel the…
Accessorize Your Barn With A Cupola!
Ever notice that every time you see a really great barn, there’s always one feature present? What is it, you ask? Why, the cupola, of course! Cupolas were first used during the 8th Century in Islamic architecture atop minarets. It’s believed nomadic Moors brought them to Europe by way of Spain. Their domed and pointed…
Building A Post and Beam: 5 Tips to Keep Costs Down
Post and Beam homes are typically expected to cost more than a “stick built” home. The reasons for this are many and varied, with the primary costs being the use of high quality timber frame versus inexpensive wood studs, superior insulation, and the typical use of large glass areas. That being said, there are many…