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Timber Frame Design

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Timber Frame Design Service

 

Structural Timber Frame is a leading manufacturing business offering expert timber frame design services to clients in Scotland and Northern England. With a focus on precision and innovation, we merge decades of industry experience with cutting-edge technology to bring your timber frame design ideas to life.

 

Our team specialises in various types of timber frame designs, ensuring we meet the unique needs of every project. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or new to timber frame construction, we provide the essential knowledge you need to know to make informed decisions about your project.

 

As highly skilled designers, we prioritise precision in every aspect of our work. From selecting the right type of timber frame to creating detailed plans, we ensure that your timber engineering solution is not only visually appealing but also structurally sound and easily constructed.

 

With over 40 years of industry experience, we understand the importance of accurate planning and visualisation. By leveraging modern design technologies, we create precise plans that offer a clear representation of how your timber frame structure will look and function.

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Why Choose Structural Timber Frame for Timber Frame Design?

 

When it comes to innovative timber frame designs, we stand out from the competition. With our keen eye for detail and years of experience, we offer tailored solutions that meet and exceed your expectations for timber engineering.

 

At Structural Timber Frame, we’re more than just a timber frame manufacturer – we’re your partners from design to installation. Our commitment to excellent customer service ensures that your design precisely matches your requirements. From concept to completion, we strive to create the perfect experience for every client.

 

Designing a timber frame structure demands dedication and attention to detail, qualities that our designers possess in abundance. With expertise in various design programs, we optimise timber frame structural design and construction tools for each project, ensuring efficiency and precision.

 

We’re dedicated to providing our clients with innovative solutions for their timber frame builds. Our choice of design software enables us to deliver exactly that, catering to the diverse needs of timber frame buildings and construction uses.

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Benefits of Utilising Timber Frame Design

 

There are many reasons why timber is a great material for designing structures.

 

Timber is the only natural material that stores carbon and can be used for construction. It is non-toxic and organic, suitable for low to medium rise construction. The softwood products we use are sourced from environmentally friendly suppliers with relevant chain of custody certification, ensuring that for every tree felled, another is planted.

 

Timber frame structures are also easy to insulate. Timber frame walls can be made of varying thicknesses and can accommodate different types of insulation, providing the desired level of thermal efficiency. This makes it easy to build a more energy-efficient structure using timber frame construction.

 

One of the key benefits is the flexibility of the construction process, which can be managed both off-site and on-site. This flexibility simplifies project management and can lead to faster completion times. Timber frame construction uses modern techniques to ensure the structure’s durability and efficiency.

 

Ultimately, timber frame structures offer a significant opportunity to reduce carbon emissions through carbon storage within the timber. Additionally, timber frame buildings use less energy when occupied, contributing to overall sustainability. Timber frame will remain a preferred choice for eco-friendly building solutions. Whether on the building site or during the off-site preparation, timber frame design provides numerous benefits for any construction project.

 

 

Designing Your Timber Frame Structure with Us

 

Whether you require timber frame structures for an apartment block or a whole housing development, our timber frame design team will listen carefully to your requirements to produce a tailored solution.

 

Our team has developed a seamless link between the design, manufacture, and installation of structural timber frames. During the design stage, we take all manufacturing and installation considerations into account to ensure a smooth process from start to finish.

 

We welcome self builders and developers to get involved with the timber frame design process to ensure the final product meets your vision. Whether your project is a single-storey or multi-storey building, you can converse with our timber frame designers and have complete control over your project.

 

We handle everything from supply to erection, ensuring that the foundation is solid and the structure is sound. Contact our team today for a detailed quotation and to discuss the design, manufacture, and installation of your structural timber frame solutions.

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    Timber Frame Design FAQs

    What software is used for timber frame structural design?

    There are a variety of timber frame structural design software available when designing timber for construction. Eclosoft, Visual Building, Vertex BD and SEMA are all examples of software available to you if you’re a timber frame designer.

    The software choice depends on the features available and the cost of the program, as the most expensive technology might not always create the best designs. When using software to create your timber structure, the minutest details can be added to the design.

    By designing it this way, you can easily change any aspects of the project before installation. It also prevents miscommunication, as the designs can be shared and worked on throughout the project.

    Why use a timber frame structural design?

    Using a timber frame structural design for your construction project is beneficial for multiple reasons. Better thermal performance can be achieved with timber frames, as they can heat up and cool down quicker than other materials.

    Additionally, people also use timber frame structural designs as they are sustainable and high in quality, easily made from recycled material, and biodegrade in as little as 1 year. 

    Timber is a relatively cheap material, yet it is good for the environment and is energy efficient. Moreover, designs often take less time to complete, as the material is easy to construct and install.

    What does a timber frame designer do?

    A timber frame designer uses their industry knowledge and experience to draw up accurate plans of a timber frame structure, creating a visual representation of how your project will look. Furthermore, they use timber frame designing software, such as Visual Building, SEMA and Vertex BD to come up with innovative designs for clients. 

    A timber frame designer will remain closely involved with the project from start to finish, communicating with both clients and internal staff. They are the key point of contact for your project and have the power to make changes to your design, with your consent.

    Timber frame designers must be skilled in design software, whilst being knowledgeable about timber frame construction. They ensure maximum safety for your project, complying with current building regulations and standards.

    How to design a timber frame structure?

    Timber frame structures can be designed by you or a timber frame designer. We encourage innovative designs, altered down to the last detail, but each structure must comply with building regulations and safety standards. 

    If you’re wanting to design your timber frame structure, contact Structural Timber Frame to start the process. 

    From there, our team of designers will work with you to bring your idea to life. We have 40 years of experience within the construction industry and are the perfect choice for designing your timber frame structure.

    What structures can timber frame designs be used for?

    Timber frame designs can be used for plenty of construction projects. Whether you’re looking for a new shed or a new house, timber frames are the ideal choice. Timber frame designs are most often used on:

    • Garden Sheds
    • Garages
    • Homes
    • Workshops
    • Log Cabins
    • Flat Blocks

    However, they are not suitable for large structural spans.

    What are the advantages of timber frame designs?

    Construction Speed – Timber frame designs can be built quicker than other materials, such as brick or blocks. They are easy to install and can be constructed in lower temperatures. Where a project might need to pause, a timber frame design can continue.

    Sustainability – Timber is a highly sustainable material, classified as renewable and can be easily replaced with natural resources. While timber construction can contribute to deforestation, a balance is maintained as long as trees are planted in their place. 

    Strength – Timber frame structures are extremely strong and robust, and can even surpass the strength of steel. As long as these structures are built and constructed properly, there is no reason why timber shouldn’t be durable.

    Thermal Performance – Timber heats up and cools down much faster than other construction materials. Air pockets in the wood allow it to be a natural thermal insulator. In this sense, timber is also better than steel.

    How long do timber frame designs last?

    Depending on the structure, what it is exposed to and what type of timber was used, you can expect your timber frame design to last up to 40 years.

    The industry standard is between 25 and 30 years, with the shortest lifespan at only 10. If a timber frame structure was poorly installed it might not last as long, but if it was constructed to the highest standards it could remain standing for longer than 40 years. 

    These structures are designed to withstand earthquakes, hurricanes and other extreme weather fronts. If designed correctly, they can resist the elements.

    How much does a timber frame design cost?

    Timber-based structural designs often cost less overall than other construction materials, such as brick. This is due to a cheaper material cost, and reduced construction expenses. The installation of timber frame designs is quicker and therefore costs less. 

    The average price of timber frames is around £150/m2 of the internal floor area, but this figure will change depending on location and individual company prices.

    Structural Timber Frame offer a cost-effective service, from creation to installation. Feel free to contact us for a quote or if you have any enquiries.