--- title: Normerica | Timber Homes & Cottages (7) description: Normerica is a premier provider of authentic timber frame construction serving residential and commercial projects. (7) --- - [Custom Homes](https://normerica.com/custom-homes/) - [Semi Custom Homes](https://normerica.com/semi-custom-homes/) - [Mass Timber](https://normerica.com/mass-timber/) - [Meet Normerica](https://normerica.com/meet-normerica/) - [Our Process +](https://normerica.com/our-process/) - [Overview](https://normerica.com/our-process/) - [Construction Options](https://normerica.com/our-process/construction-options/) - [How We Manufacture](https://normerica.com/our-process/how-we-manufacture/) - [Our Materials Building Solution](https://normerica.com/materials-shell-package/) - [Cost of Building Your Timber Frame Retreat](https://normerica.com/cost-of-timber-frame-home/) - [Architects & Builders](https://normerica.com/architects-builders/) - [Blog](https://blog.normerica.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://normerica.com/contact-us/) Menu - [Custom Homes](https://normerica.com/custom-homes/) - [Semi Custom Homes](https://normerica.com/semi-custom-homes/) - [Mass Timber](https://normerica.com/mass-timber/) - [Meet Normerica](https://normerica.com/meet-normerica/) - [Our Process +](https://normerica.com/our-process/) - [Overview](https://normerica.com/our-process/) - [Construction Options](https://normerica.com/our-process/construction-options/) - [How We Manufacture](https://normerica.com/our-process/how-we-manufacture/) - [Our Materials Building Solution](https://normerica.com/materials-shell-package/) - [Cost of Building Your Timber Frame Retreat](https://normerica.com/cost-of-timber-frame-home/) - [Architects & Builders](https://normerica.com/architects-builders/) - [Blog](https://blog.normerica.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://normerica.com/contact-us/) # Dream in Timber Welcome to the Normerica blog. Stay up to date on the world of timber frame custom and semi custom home and commercial design and construction. ![](https://blog.normerica.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Normerica_updated_blog_theme_52_pickup/images/Normerica%20Icon.svg) [![The History Behind Post and Beam Construction](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mermaid_Inn_3_(4907638899)-1.jpg?width=767&name=Mermaid_Inn_3_(4907638899)-1.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/the-history-behind-post-and-beam-construction) ## [The History Behind Post and Beam Construction](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/the-history-behind-post-and-beam-construction) Timber Frame or Post & Beam construction is a building method that goes back to 2,000 B.C. In Europe these buildings and the art of their fabrication is referred to as post & beam, but in North America the heavy timber construction has become known as timber frame. 30 Nov, 2018 [![The Importance of Having an Onsite Craftsman when Building your Custom Timber Frame Home](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Professional%20Partnerships-2.jpg?width=767&name=Professional%20Partnerships-2.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/the-importance-of-having-an-onsite-craftsman-when-building-your-custom-timber-frame-home) ## [The Importance of Having an Onsite Craftsman when Building your Custom Timber Frame Home](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/the-importance-of-having-an-onsite-craftsman-when-building-your-custom-timber-frame-home) Thinking of building a timber frame home? Technical representatives are a unique team of experts that understand the intricacies of a timber frame project. Here are some reasons why having an onsite craftsman working with you is an advantage. 01 Nov, 2018 [![COME VISIT US AT THE 2018 FALL COTTAGE LIFE SHOW!](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/But%201-1.jpg?width=767&name=But%201-1.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/come-visit-us-at-the-2018-fall-cottage-life-show) ## [COME VISIT US AT THE 2018 FALL COTTAGE LIFE SHOW!](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/come-visit-us-at-the-2018-fall-cottage-life-show) The 2018 Fall Cottage Life Show is just around the corner. If you are thinking of building a new custom timber frame home or cottage, or you’re trying to decide if your current home just needs a facelift; this show is the perfect place to start making your dream come true! 10 Oct, 2018 [![Post and Beam Construction Techniques](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_2201.jpg?width=767&name=IMG_2201.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/post-and-beam-construction-techniques) ## [Post and Beam Construction Techniques](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/post-and-beam-construction-techniques) Post and beam construction allows you to see the supporting frame of a home; it uses upright and horizontal beams. Learn more about post and beam now. 08 Aug, 2018 [![Timber Frame vs. Log Homes Construction](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/But%203.jpg?width=767&name=But%203.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/timber-frame-vs.-log-homes-construction) ## [Timber Frame vs. Log Homes Construction](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/timber-frame-vs.-log-homes-construction) Timber frame and log homes may sound similar, but in comparison they look completely different. We will help you understand the different designs and material used on each type of construction. 26 Jul, 2018 [![Net Zero Homes: Are they the future of building?](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ridout%20ext_3416.3.2.jpg?width=767&name=Ridout%20ext_3416.3.2.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/net-zero-homes-are-they-the-future-of-building) ## [Net Zero Homes: Are they the future of building?](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/net-zero-homes-are-they-the-future-of-building) Net Zero homes are up to 80% more energy efficient than a typical new home build and it is known to produce as much energy as it consumes. Get ahead of the curve and start considering a Net Zero home for your next custom build. 27 Jun, 2018 [![Building an Energy Efficient Home in the United States](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/McSweenyE03B.%20Exterior%20Front%20Overall%20Horizontal%202-1.jpg?width=767&name=McSweenyE03B.%20Exterior%20Front%20Overall%20Horizontal%202-1.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/building-an-energy-efficient-home-in-the-united-states) ## [Building an Energy Efficient Home in the United States](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/building-an-energy-efficient-home-in-the-united-states) If you are located in the United States you should be maximizing your opportunities to build an energy efficient home. Normerica has many options for you. 13 Jun, 2018 [![Have you considered an Environmentally Friendly Home?](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SM1_5809.jpg?width=767&name=SM1_5809.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/have-you-considered-an-environmentally-friendly-home) ## [Have you considered an Environmentally Friendly Home?](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/have-you-considered-an-environmentally-friendly-home) If you choose to use timber to build or renovate your house, you will be using very little energy to convert the wood in the trees to the timber used in building, you will spend less time to build your house since timber can be partly pre-cut, modulated and built to precision. 28 May, 2018 [![Why is it a challenge to get a cost estimate for a custom timber frame home?](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KERSHAW%20-%20Labrecque%20Exterior%20Retouched%20SM-1.jpg?width=767&name=KERSHAW%20-%20Labrecque%20Exterior%20Retouched%20SM-1.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/why-is-it-a-challenge-to-get-a-cost-estimate-for-a-custom-timber-frame-home) ## [Why is it a challenge to get a cost estimate for a custom timber frame home?](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/why-is-it-a-challenge-to-get-a-cost-estimate-for-a-custom-timber-frame-home) Find out what information it's important for you to have in mind when you're looking for a price for your custom timber frame home. 11 May, 2018 [![How to Choose the Right Custom Home Builder For Your Timber Frame Home](https://blog.normerica.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_7095.jpg?width=767&name=IMG_7095.jpg)](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/custom-home-builders-how-to-choose) ## [How to Choose the Right Custom Home Builder For Your Timber Frame Home](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/custom-home-builders-how-to-choose) The first step in ensuring that you have a smooth and stress-free experience with your custom home builders is picking an expert that you can trust. 27 Apr, 2018 [1](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/1) [...](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/2) [5](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/5) [6](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/6) [7](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/7) [8](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/8) [9](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/9) [...](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/12) [14](https://blog.normerica.com/blog/page/14) ### Recent Posts ### Categories - 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