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For 50 years (since 1976) we've built handcrafted timber frames wrapped in our structural insulated panels. We work closely with you, your builder, and designer or architect to bring your project to life.

If you've never seen a timber frame up close, have a look at where we'll be, then call us at 802-453-3727 to schedule a visit to the job site. Or you can stop by our campus in Starksboro, VT to meet us and get a tour of the shop.

Please take a moment to understand what our role is as a member of your build team. You may also want to read what past customers have to say. Or feel free to browse our gallery of past projects and timber frame home designs.


Recent Timber Frame Projects
Timber frame barn in Westfield. Vermont
Timber Frame Barn

Westfield, VT
Job No. 14430

Timber Frame Driveway Entry in Pottersville, NY
Timber Frame Driveway Entry

Pottersville, NY
Job No. 13571

Custom timber frame in Killington, VT
Monopitch Timber Frame in Killington, VT

Killington, VT
Job No. 13129

Cape style timber frame for barn
Cape Style Timber Frame Barn in Brownington, VT

Brownington, VT
Job No. 12809

Timber Frame Cape in Duxbury, VT
Timber Frame Saltbox / Cape in Duxbury, VT

Duxbury, VT
Job No. 12747

Waterbury Timeless Timber Frame
Waterbury Timeless Timber Frame

Waterbury, VT
Job No. 12639

Custom timber frame in Bomoseen, VT
Custom Timber Frame in Bomoseen

Bomoseen, VT
Job No. 12362

Timber Frame Addition in Vergennes, VT - 12295
Timber Frame Great Hall Addition in Vergennes, VT

Vergennes, VT
Job No. 12295

Timber Frame Addition - Keene, NY - 11816
Timber Frame Great Hall Addition - Keene, NY - 11816

Keene, NY
Job No. 11816

Timber Frame Barn in East Montpelier, VT
Timber Frame Barn in East Montpelier, VT

East Montpelier, VT
Job No. 11754

Custom cape timber frame in Morristown, VT
Morristown Timber Frame Cape

Morristown, VT
Job No. 11692

Timber Frame Pavilion in Pottersville, NY
Multi-step Timber Frame Pavilion

Pottersville, NY
Job No. 11569

Timber frame cape with wings
Cape Style Frame With Wings in Wilmington, VT

Wilmington, VT
Job No. 11536

Timber Frame Driveway Entry
Timber Frame Driveway Entry in Shelburne, VT

Shelburne, VT
Job No. 11471

Timber Frame Barn In Washington, MA
Timber Frame Barn In Washington, MA

Washington, MA
Job No. 11323

Timber Frame Vacation Home in Barnard, VT
Timber Frame Vacation Home in Barnard, VT

Barnard, VT
Job No. 11152

Timber frame cape in Livingston Manor, NY
Timber Frame Cape In Livingston Manor, NY

Livingston Manor, NY
Job No. 11150

Great Hall Addition in Fayston, VT - 11062
Great Hall Addition in Fayston, VT - 11062

Fayston, VT
Job No. 11062

A timber frame home based on the Batten Kill design
A Batten Kill in Lake Placid, NY

Lake Placid, NY
Job No. 11060

Timber Frame Carport in East Montplier, VT Build
Timber Frame Carport in East Montpelier, VT

East Montpelier, VT
Job No. 10870

Timber Frame Pavilion and Living Room in Southbury, CT
Timber Frame Pavilion and Living Room in Southbury, CT

Southbury, CT
Job No. 10752

Timber Frame Barn in Great Barrington, MA - 10655
Timber Frame Barn - Great Barrington, MA

Great Barrington, MA
Job No. 10655

Timber Frame Garage/Barn in Shelburne, VT
Timber Frame Garage in Shelburne, VT

Shelburne, VT
Job No. 10029

Cape Style Frame in Fountain Green, UT - 9530
Timber Frame Cape in Fountain Green, UT

Fountain Green, UT
Job No. 9530

Timber Frame Addition - Duxbury, MA - 9458
Timber Frame Addition - Duxbury, MA

Duxbury, MA
Job No. 9458

Gable end view of cape style frame in Rock City Falls, NY
Cape Style Timber Frame in Rock City Falls, NY

Rock City Falls, NY
Job No. 9416

Custom Timber Frame & Horse Barn in Woodstock, VT
Residence & Horse Barn in Woodstock, VT

Woodstock, VT
Job No. 9400

Timber Frame Pavilion in Bloomfield, CT
Timber Frame Pavilion & Entryway in Bloomfield, CT

Bloomfield, CT
Job No. 9262

Timber Frame Colonial in Yarnell, AZ
Timber Frame Colonial in Yarnell, AZ

Yarnell, AZ
Job No. 9230

Baldvins - Pavilion - Athens, VT - 9087
Timber Frame Pavilion in Athens, VT

Athens, VT
Job No. 9087

Why work with us?

Our legacy is built on the enduring quality of our craftsmanship. We create timber frames the traditional way: utilizing sustainably harvested timbers, and employing true mortise and tenon joinery. With a combined 375 years of experience handcrafting in the foothills of the Green Mountains, our artisans have mastered their craft, and would be proud to share it with you.

By enclosing your timber frame with our Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) we can deliver to you a comprehensive package that dramatically accelerates build timelines and yields significant energy and cost savings for the life of the home. As one of the few companies offering a full timber frame and SIPs installation package, we significantly minimize the risks of misunderstandings between separate contractors, and ensure a seamless and efficient building process. Most frames can be raised and enclosed with SIPs in less than two weeks.

Experience the Vermont Frames difference—where tradition meets innovation, and craftsmanship meets sustainability.


Featured project

Custom timber frame in Bomoseen, VT
Residence – Bomoseen, VT – 12362

A modestly sized home with classic big beam timbers create a vaulted cathedral ceiling over the living room. We worked collaboratively with the builders, Brian Christian and Todd Babbie, and the Architectural Designer, Timberworks Design. The relatively small 24’ x 36’ footprint has 3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths with plenty of open space, courtesy of the open floor plan and vaulted ceilings, making this home feel far larger than its dimensions would suggest.

Featured designer

Ryan Weigand
Timberworks Design

For over two decades, Ryan Weigand has been designing timber frame and post & beam homes for clients across North America.  Along with an extensive design background Ryan has worked in the field as timber framer and carpenter. Ryan graduated from the University of Arizona where he studied History, Sociology, Architecture and Regional Development. When he’s not working, he can be found on his mountain bike, golfing or skinning the backcountry in search for fresh snow.


What our clients have to say

Gerd

I have been on site just about every day admiring the work your crews are doing.  Both the at home crew building the frames and joinery, and the crew on site erecting it.  It’s coming together beautifully!  It’s a work of art, only better because I get to live in it.

Addison, VT
Randy & Barb

Wanted to thank you for all your efforts involving the construction of our new home. It’s impossible to find some of the materials we thought made our Vermont home special and we really appreciate your going to the extra trouble of shipping the tongue and groove for the roof. Our option was what they call “car siding” out here and would not have been nearly as nice as what you shipped. We appreciated getting the oak from Lathrop’s. Leaving Vermont was difficult and we still will have some Vermont in our new home!

We also want you to know that Mark Knowles represents your company in a very professional way and his help was very much appreciated by us.

Mark Driscoll’s crew worked long hours in some of Minnesota’s nastiest heat and brought us to a point where we could hire local people to finish up. The people around here were amazed to see what was accomplished in such a short time. Everyone who comes by is impressed by this structure and you may be getting some inquiries! With the construction costs so high out there, people would be wise to see what you have to offer.

The roof is shingled. We have walls framed and are waiting on the electrician. It shouldn’t be too long now! Thanks so much to you all!

Sincerely,
Randy & Barb

MN
Dave

Jim,

Just a note to let you know how much we appreciated Brian. He has a great attitude and represents your company very well. I would have tried to steal him from you but I knew he wouldn’t move to New Jersey.

Dave

Basking Ridge, NJ
Don

Dear Jim,

Thanks for your good work. I enjoyed seeing the framing of our house photo on the brochure from Vermont Frames.

Sincerely,

Don S.

West Newbury, VT
A customer in Minnesota

Your crew worked long hours in some of Minnesota’s nastiest heat and brought us to a point where we could hire local people to finish up. The people around here were amazed to see what you accomplished in such a short time. Everyone who comes by is impressed by this structure and you may be getting some inquiries!

Minnesota
A customer in Connecticut

Your competitors tried to convince me to let them design the house for me, even though they didn’t really understand what I wanted to achieve in the way of energy efficiency, while charging me a lot of money in the process. In contrast, you and your team took the time to listen to my goals, made sure you understood them, answered my questions and helped me work out solutions to problems which presented themselves. And you were willing to do this both before and after we’d signed the contract. That made it possible for me to design the house myself in a manner which I’m confident will be able to meet the rigorous EPA Energy Star efficiency standards.

Connecticut
A customer in Quebec

We are absolutely impressed and in love with the timber frame! The wood and the workmanship are awesome, every piece slid effortlessly into place. You guys were good sports, you know your stuff and kept everything moving along.

Quebec
A customer in Wisconsin

We were impressed with how well the frame went together (in a day!) and the forethought that went into shipping it and getting everything right for a smooth raising.

Wisconsin
A customer in Kansas

The house is officially finished, furnished, and landscaped. You and your team have been a pleasure to work with. No matter how trivial or dumb the question, I always felt that I could call you to discuss the issue. Y’alI were great!

Kansas
A customer in Quebec

Your product is exceptional in quality but the real difference for me was the always-on support from start to finish. If it wasn’t for you guys I would have had great difficulty in sustaining confidence to make all of this happen. I can’t thank you enough for that!

Quebec, Canada
A customer in New York

We are living in our dream house! I still wake up in awe of it all: the structural beauty, the uniqueness, the warmth of the wood. We hear it from every single person that walks through our doors.

New York
A customer in Massachusetts

I wanted to thank you and the whole team for the great experience it has been to work with you. The precision workmanship was nothing short of spectacular. Your guys worked tirelessly and flawlessly, all with good humor. They made everything look easy. That barn frame went together like it was machined out of steel. Very impressive!

Massachusetts