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Welcome To Blog, Post & Beam: the blog of Normerica Authentic Timber Frame

Welcome To Blog, Post & Beam: the blog of Normerica Authentic Timber Frame

A Room for all Seasons: Our Homes, May 2012

This beautifully-designed space allows the homeowners to enjoy the outdoors, indoors.

What’s Better? Log Home or Timber Frame Construction?

So you’ve decided to build a custom home with the enduring strength and beauty of wood. Now the question in front of you: build a log home or timber frame?

Vanilla Skies: Our Homes, Winter 2012

Ever since he was 23, Jens Jorgensen dreamed of owning a 100-acre property in the country. On New Year’s Day 2007, while driving the babysitter home, he ventured into unknown territory and was awestru

Activity Central: Timber Home Living, Oct. 2009

The Birches plan was designed exclusively for Lora Bay and has proven to be a very popular model. The home’s spacious layout is highlighted by immense floor-to-ceiling windows offering magnificent vie

On Solid Ground: Timber Home Living, Annual Buyers Guide, 2008

Open communication and design flexibility come together in a bright, spacious timber home nestled on a Christmas tree farm in rural Ontario.

A Luxury Lodge in the Woods: Home & Design, Spring 2008

An eco-friendly custom luxury lodge. The design was inspired by the villas of Tuscany and the lodges of the American West.

Going with the Flow: Timber Homes Illustrated, Dec. 2007

As Fish Creek quietly meanders along a gentle arc on their property, Mike and Marne Roberts’ home aligns with its path. “That was completely intentional” says Mike, owner of Habitat Construction in St

Art By Nature: Timber Home Living, Oct. 2006

With Gorgeous timbers and nature at your doorstep, there’s no need for overblown décor. This Colorado home –where simplicity reigns supreme –is proof positive.