![]() Dark, elegant timbers and stone accents evoke feelings of a refined European style dwelling. SIPs ( structural insulated panels) is one example of a closed panel system. This timber house has a stunning 1.5 story entryway that leads to a cozy and warm great room that includes a centrally located fireplace. Other manufacturers can also supply closed panel systems, where the insulation material is factory fitted. "Some manufacturers only supply open panel systems, where the insulation is fitted on site. Property developer and industry expert, Mike Cruickshank says: "For new builds, factory prefabrication is by far the most popular route chosen by self-builders, as manufacturers have to work to strict quality control methods, ensuring the correct specification of materials are used and a high degree of dimensional accuracy is achieved. "Building to the same thermal performance and building to current Building Regs is far easier in timber frame as it's naturally airtight and timber is an insulator to a point." "Timber frame is not more expensive than any other self build system," Mark Stevenson comments. £35,000 for the garage and £40,000 for landscaping)Īre Timber Frame Houses Cheaper to Build? They chose Rob Roy (opens in new tab) as their suppliers. Mike and Gill Tate chose a timber frame construction for their Lake District self build to echo the traditional design of other homes in the area. Create a Modern Home with Architectural Interest
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