This category includes a broad range of blog posts all pertaining to post and beam building or the post and beam design process. Architectural inspirations, design ideas, tips for building new post and beam homes and additions and more!
Building In a Factory Controlled Environment Building homes in a factory controlled environment is the process of producing components of a structure in an off-site facility, then assembling them on-site. This method of construction has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its advantages over conventional site-built methods. Reduced construction time: Panelized construction…
Yankee Barn Panelized Homes Are Built Faster Yankee Barn panelized homes are better than stick-built homes for a number of reasons. Panelized homes are built faster and more efficiently than stick-built homes. Yankee Barn Homes’ panels are constructed in climate-controlled indoor factories, where wall sections, roof and floor systems are crafted to create our True…
New Builds at Yankee Barn 2023 Yankee Barn Homes new house builds have been fast and furious this year. The homes featured are only a sampling of the designs and plans currently underway or about to be built. The plans are as unique in architectural design as they are in style and size. Click the…
In Demand House Plans at YBH Welcome to the “In Demand at Yankee Barn Homes” collection, where design meets unparalleled comfort and functionality. These house plans are thoughtfully created to cater to the diverse needs and desires of today’s homeowners. Whether you’re a growing family in search of a spacious sanctuary or retirees seeking a…
Yankee Barn Panel Drawings and Estimating Team The Yankee Barn Homes Panel and Estimating Team consists of three people. YBH Chief Operating Officer, Kerri Post, and YBH Director of Design & Production, Chris Sevigny, also work with this team as required. Today’s focus will be on these three people, Estimator Jay Fountain, Panel Drawings Andrew…
Yankee Barn Sales and Marketing Team The Yankee Barn Homes Sales and Marketing Team consists of primarily three people. YBH Chief Operating Officer, Kerri Post and Administrative Assistant, Jessica Packard join in depending on the project at hand. The focus will be on three people including Customer Care Manager, Jennifer Hastings and Marketing Social Media…
Plan a Home Office No Matter Your Life Stage The Covid pandemic changed the world and how we work in it. To this point, the need for a home office has never been more relevant. Gone are the days when a home office/library was a luxury for the uber-wealthy. Today, over 35% of the United…
The Yankee Barn Homes Design Team The Yankee Barn Homes Design Team consists primarily of four people, while ancillary staff comes into play at different stages of design. This article will focus on the four people you will meet and get to know as you move though the design phase of your home. Our two…
Building New is Today’s Viable Solution to Housing In the past, buying a resale home has been far less expensive than building new. While that may still be true in some places, it is no longer the case for a large portion of the U.S. Not only is there a rapid rise in resale purchase…
Prefab Home Styles There is a misconception that prefab homes are boxy in style with a post modern appearance. That may have been true in the 1960s. Today, prefab builds are crafted in any architectural style, or combination of styles, a homeowner desires. A major point of confusion is the web. If you type “prefab…
Find a General Contractor Near You There are many ways to find a general contractor. These are a few of the best suggestions from Yankee Barn home owners. Do Your Homework Ask for referrals. This is the best way to find a contractor that you can trust. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors for recommendations.…
The Yankee Barn Homes Process Welcome to understanding the Yankee Barn Homes process. Our system develops and progresses through the use of advanced 3-D architectural and virtual software. Our 6 Step Program takes you through each phase of building a new home. Begin Evaluate if YBH is a good fit for your project. Review our…