Our
goal was to construct a building that would be structurally sound,
efficient with regards to heating, would be low maintenance, and
would withstand the test of time. We wanted a building that was
very functional for our hobbies and one in which we could enjoy our
family. In short, we wanted to construct a “legacy building”. Having
no grandchildren when we began the project we named it “Great
Expectations”. We believe that we have accomplished our goal! (We
even have a granddaughter now.)
The
first step in the process was learning about timber frame
construction and meeting with Clark Bremer at Northern Lights Timber
Framing. We contacted several other “timber framers” but none of
them had the depth of knowledge, the “can do” attitude and the
desire to help us with our goal that we found with Clark and his
crew. It was a very easy process to turn our ideas into actual plan
drawings and get the project moving. We are exceptionally pleased
with the results.
We
particularly want to commend Clark and his crew on their
professionalism and teamwork. When a timber frame is being erected
it seems to draw a crowd – people are fascinated by the hands-on
construction. How well these men worked together also fascinated
them! There were no arguments, no harsh words, and no standing
around wondering what to do next. They all knew how the frame was
to be erected and they simply got it done!
