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What it costs Timber frame construction is an incredibly flexible form of building. In this section we illustrate some of the factors that affect cost and appearance, and demonstrate what we feel is the huge value of a design exploration phase.
There are many factors that influence frame design; aesthetics, functionality, available resources, and budget. A good design should respond to all such criteria. There are a number of approaches we can offer in order to provide the most appropriate and useful information;
An indicative budget based on floor area
This method can, at best, only provide a guide. Our pricing examples have been assembled in order to give you an idea of how costs can vary by design. We are happy to give advise and provide indicative budgets without significant design input should it be useful at your stage in the process.
A paid design phase
This method is the most accurate by which to reach a quote. This can range from a simple inexpensive sketch scheme, or a full 3 dimensional CAD model. You will be advised and involved in the process of the frame design, which, subject to structural approval will provide an accurate estimate based on a timber cutting list and joint specification. This process allows you to explore any number of options and understand their actual cost implications. When this process is followed at the earliest stage in the project, costs can be controlled and planned.
A word of warning!
We are regularly asked to provide a quote for a frame that has been designed without the input of a framing specialist, and often to the point when the planning and building regulations have been applied for. Unfortunately, by this stage the client has already commited considerable funds to a design that could be neither practical, cost effective or even buildable. There are basic rules of thumb that if applied early in the design process, can avoid otherwise unavoidable clashes between frame structure and room layout, efficient use of frame spacing and appropriate joint specification. The earlier you involve us, the cheaper, quicker and simpler the process can be. |
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