System Frames

What is a System Frame?

A System Frame is a cost-optimized timber frame ready for purchase. Using a standard approach with standardized, optimzed cross-sections and connections, we have designed a series of cost-effective frames. The geometry and joinery is designed so the frames can be fabricated 100% with CNC machinery. No handwork is involved.

Why?
  • Affordable way to own a timber frame building
  • Pre-engineered
  • Easy and quick assembly by a local builder or talented home owner
  • Short lead times and quick installation
Applications:
  • Homes
  • Vacation homes
  • Outdoor kitchens or covered patios
  • Carports / sheds

Kit Contents:

A System Frame kit contains all timbers, hardware, pegs, splines, etc. Timbers are precut by CNC, labelled and packed in building sections and zones.

Optional:
  • Performance Shell breathable, high-performance wall and roof panels (Passive House capable)
  • Regular stick frame panels precut by CNC
  • Floor and roof decking (T+G)
Styles:
  • Glulam Light (GLL) Small, modern appearance with 3-1/8” or 5-1/8” wide timbers
  • Glulam Heavy (GLH) Modern, heavy timber appearance 5-1/8 or 6-3/4” wide timbers
  • Heavy Timber (HTI) Classic timber frame appearance with 8” wide #1 Douglas Fir solid timbers
Geometry:
SystemFrames-BentAndPurlin(BP)
Bent and Purlin system (BP)
SystemFrames-TimberWallsAndRafterFrames(RF)
Timber Walls and Rafter Frames (RF)
SystemFrames-ShedRoofSystem(SH)
Shed Roof Systems (SH)
Finishes:
SystemFrames-NoStain(CL)
All timbers clean, S4S finish (smooth) (CL)
SystemFrames-Landark(LA)
Optional: Landark Original (natural and transparent beeswax/ tung oil finish) (LA)
SystemFrames-SansinStain(SS)
Optional: Sansin SDF stain (various colors) (SS)
Sizes:
  • Building widths: 10’-24’ (every 2’)
  • Building lenghts: 10’-200’ (every 2’)