Timber Frame Design
Merging Tradition with Technology as Specialist Timber Frame Designers
At OSOTIMBER, we are well-versed in many construction disciplines, from traditional Green Oak framing and Softwood Stick Framing to more contemporary practices such as SIPs, Glulam, and Engineered timber (I-beam). Not to mention our ability to incorporate Bespoke Engineering Solutions like Steel if and where required. Our core focus and area of expertise is in timber frame design, which we are passionate about. From Planning Permissions to Building Regulations, developing concepts for your next timber frame extension, or bringing the wow factor to your garden with a bespoke garden office or pergola, OSO have you covered for all of your timber frame construction needs!
Expert Timber Frame Designers
As bespoke timber frame designers, every j0b embodies dedication and demonstration to craftsmanship and detailed engineering. Our expertise is not merely about creating functional structures but nurturing a piece of design artistry alive with timber's unique character and textures. Harnessing the aesthetic charm and structural integrity of timber frames, our designs carefully balance style with substance.
Collaborative Design
Collaboration with architects, engineers, and other industry professionals is paramount in ensuring the success of any construction project. Each expert brings a unique set of skills and knowledge to the table, allowing for a holistic approach that considers various perspectives. Architects provide creative and aesthetic expertise, engineers offer technical and structural insights, and other professionals contribute specialised understanding crucial for comprehensive project development. By working together with specialist timber frame designers, these professionals can address challenges more effectively, enhance innovation, optimise designs, and ultimately deliver high-quality results that meet the needs of clients and stakeholders. Effective collaboration fosters synergy among diverse talents and promotes a harmonious working environment that maximises efficiency and excellence in the construction industry..
Advanced Design Techniques
Our design process leverages 2- and 3-dimensional workspaces operated through a specialist German design software. Such an approach makes the conceptualisation and realisation of frame designs accessible, communicable and accurate. The added ability to directly export our framing components to various CNC production facilities around the UK, Europe, and globally puts us in a unique and incredibly flexible position affording clients various options for where and how things are made.
The Power of CNC Production
Integrating Computer Numerical Control (CNC) production within our design approach brings a wealth of benefits. Besides underscoring our work's technical efficiency and precision, CNC production can significantly reduce time and waste, providing exact, millimetre-tolerant detailing. With our CNC timber frame design service, precision is almost guaranteed - what is designed is exactly what you get - however the success of this powerful medium all begins and ends with the designer and machine operator. If the design is flawed for whatever reason, then the output is flawed. Understanding the pro’s and con’s of this powerful medium is something we pride ourselves on, its not as simple as press the green button and it’s done. As with everything, there are pro’s and con’s to this solution with a multi-faceted approach required to make it a success.
Traditional Craftsmanship Meets Modern Technology
Even as we embrace innovative techniques such as our CNC frame design service, we also highly value traditional heritage skills and hard laboured years of craftsmanship. This duality synthesises age-old building traditions with the power of 21st-century technology. It's a remarkable combination that allows us to cater to the diverse needs of seasoned framers and DIY enthusiasts alike.
At OSOTIMBER, we believe each design project provides an opportunity to merge our passion as timber frame designers with these dual approaches. It allows us to craft structures that are not just structurally robust but visually inspiring, standing as a testament to the enduring appeal and adaptability of timber in contemporary architecture.
Our timber frame designs embody a rich harmony of cutting-edge technology with time-honoured craftsmanship. We aim to design framing solutions that breathe life into every project, creating structures that bear the imprint of both their creators and the nature of the timber itself.
The above animation has been created from a design OSOTIMBER created for one of our brilliant self-build clients. A significant Oak Frame Home utilising natural insulation materials and plenty of other features to boot, this build arrived as a traditional brick and block and enabled us to get creative with the integration of a beautiful oak frame structure. This build is ongoing as we speak and we look forward to updating you on the journey!
To enquire about our bespoke timber frame design services, and to harness the unparalleled character and durability of timber for your next project, please don't hesitate to reach out. Contact us today to explore the possibilities of creating a truly remarkable, timber-centric living space that embodies the perfect fusion of nature and craftsmanship.
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