Build a Classic Timber-Framed House: Planning and Design, Traditional Materials, Affordable Methods

Jack A. Sobon

ISBN 10: 0882668412 / ISBN 13: 9780882668413

Published by Storey Books, 1994

About this Item

second edition edition. 208 pages. 11.02x8.46x0.47 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # __0882668412

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Build a Classic Timber-Framed House: Planning and Design, Traditional Materials, Affordable Methods
• Publisher: Storey Books
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0882668412
• ISBN 13: 9780882668413
• Binding: Trade Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.61 kilograms

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Synopsis

Build a classic, enduring, and affordable home. With Jack A. Sobon’s careful guidance, you can construct your own timber-framed house in the traditional hall-and-parlor style. From felling trees to cutting timbers, and frame construction to door selection, you’ll find Sobon’s professional advice and hand-drawn illustrations invaluable. Whether you’re a first-time builder or a seasoned contractor looking to expand your repertoire, you’ll find answers to all your timber-frame questions. Open the front door and walk into the home of your dreams.

About the Author

Jack A. Sobon is an architect and builder specializing in timber-framed buildings. A founding director of the Timber Framer’s Guild of North America and founder of the Traditional Timber Frame Research and Advisory Group, Sobon has devoted his 38-year career to understanding the craft of timber framing. Using only traditional hand tools, he has framed and erected over 50 structures. He is the author of Build a Classic Timber-Framed House and coauthor of Timber Frame Construction. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, Sobon teaches and consults nationally on traditional building structures and timber-framing techniques.