Columbia Valley

Square Footage

5100

Columbia Valley stands out with its smart layout designed to cater to large families or frequent hosts, offering comfortable living spaces across multiple levels. The design carefully balances shared areas for entertaining with private, functional spaces for everyday living. Ideal for scenic locations, this cottage home design makes the most of its setting with thoughtfully positioned windows and outdoor access points that enhance its livability.

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Main Floor: Spacious Living with Exceptional Views

The main floor features a bright and airy great room designed for both relaxing and entertaining. Floor-to-ceiling window walls flood the space with light, while a thoughtfully designed layout ensures easy movement between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. The master suite, conveniently located on this floor, offers an escape with a private ensuite and direct access to the expansive deck, perfect for enjoying the surrounding views.

 

Lower Level: Entertainment and Guest Living

The daylight lower level of the Columbia Valley is perfect for extended family and guests. It features a junior master suite, two additional bedrooms, a cozy living area with a fireplace, and a wet bar for entertaining. This level opens to the outdoors, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living, a feature often found in mountain house plans.

 

Upper Level: Flexible Spaces for Family and Guests

The second floor includes two large bunk rooms, perfect for children or guests, and a separate lock-off suite above the garage, providing additional privacy and convenience. This setup allows for flexible use of space, whether for family gatherings, guests, or a dedicated work space.

 

Customize Your Timber Frame Home

Our in-house design team can customize the Columbia Valley floor plan to suit your specific needs, from adjusting layouts to enhancing design details. Let us help you create the perfect timber frame home that embodies your unique style and captures the beauty of its natural surroundings.

 

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Explore more about Columbia Valley by viewing its detailed timber frame house plans, elevation images, and pricing. Contact our team to discuss customization options and how this timber frame home can be tailored to fit your unique lifestyle.

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Estimated Prices

Estimated Timber
Frame Package

$285,600 - $316,440

$247,274 - $276,091

Estimated Total Turn-key Cost***

$1,871,100 - $3,090,960

$1,963,500 - $3,243,600

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you're curious about the design process, cost factors, or the benefits of choosing timber frame for your next project, our FAQs provide you with the insights and information you need.
Explore our expert responses to help guide your journey in building a dream timber frame home or commercial project.

What is timber frame construction, and what are its advantages in residential architecture?

Timber frame construction is a traditional building method that utilizes large wooden beams and posts to create the structural framework of a home or structure. Timber frame homes offer several advantages, including open floor plans, expansive windows, and the ability to create dramatic, vaulted ceilings and custom architectural details. The natural beauty of exposed wood adds warmth and character to the interior space, while the strength and durability of timber ensure the longevity and structural integrity of the home.

How does the design process for a timber frame home differ from traditional construction methods?

The design process for a timber frame home typically begins with an assessment of the site and the client's needs and preferences. Unlike traditional construction methods, which rely on load-bearing walls and interior partitions, timber frame homes feature a structural frame of wooden beams and posts, allowing for greater flexibility in floor plan layout and architectural design. Our team works closely with clients to create custom designs that maximize the beauty and functionality of the timber frame while meeting their specific lifestyle and aesthetic goals.

What factors impacts the price of a timber frame home?

Some of the factors that impact the price of a timber frame home can include but not be limited to:

Home location: Labour rates and access to labour, difficulty of site conditions, shipping costs, permitting and servicing fees are all factors.

Site Constraints: Is your land on a slope?

Engineering Requirements : Snow, wind and seismic.

Size of home: Economies of scale are a factor where a larger home can contribute to a lower cost per square foot based on some fixed costs that are now distributed over a larger footprint.

Complexity of design: Implementing construction detailing that is less understood and cost effective on complex homes will often add cost. Roof lines, angles of roof and the number of Square corners on your floor plan will also impact cost.

Fit and Finish: The interior choices of finishing and detailing has a huge impact on overall construction costs, from floor coverings, light fixtures, cabinets, kitchen and bathroom fixtures and can dramatically affect price.

Square Footage: Based on livable heated spaces and excludes screened porches, porches and decks.

What’s included in the Estimated Turn-key Range Costs **?

Canadian Timberframes does not provide this type of service. We are simply providing this type of estimating cost, as an FYI estimate to educate prospective clients around 'all in costs'.
The Full Turnkey estimate covers every aspect from foundation to ready to move in, including fitted kitchen & bathrooms, and services: electricity, plumbing within the home's footprint. This turn key estimate does not include excessive site and service costs ie: blasting, retainage, well, septic, gas, electric, tap fees) these items must be calculated on a project specific basis and would be additional to the total turn key costs, This price will vary with the materials you choose to finish your home. Please contact us to discuss what further services we may be able to offer you.

Can timber frame construction accommodate modern building materials and energy-efficient design features?

Yes, timber frame construction can easily incorporate modern building materials and energy-efficient design features to enhance comfort, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Timber frame homes can be insulated using a variety of methods, including structural insulated panels (SIPs), spray foam insulation, and high-performance windows and doors. Additionally, passive solar design principles can be integrated into the architectural design to maximize natural light and thermal comfort, reducing energy consumption and utility costs.

What’s included in the Estimated Custom Timber Frame Range Package Pricing?

When designing a timber frame home for a specific climate or environment, several factors should be considered, including local weather conditions, site orientation, and building materials. Our team takes a holistic approach to design, considering factors such as sun exposure, prevailing winds, and natural ventilation to optimize thermal comfort and energy efficiency. Additionally, we select durable and weather-resistant materials that can withstand the unique challenges of each environment, ensuring the longevity and resilience of the home.

What is the cost per square foot to build a timber frame house?

The cost per square foot for a timber frame house is dependent on many factors. The estimated costs below are based on actual designs shown in our portfolio section and are presented to help you gain a better understanding of the range pricing we have seen over many years of gathering historical pricing.

What factors should be considered when designing a timber frame home for a specific climate or environment?

The Custom Timber frame package estimated range pricing Includes:

No. 1 or better grade Douglas-fir timber frame
All timbers are cut from seasoned interior logs, all sourced locally from sustainable, managed forests
Developing & detailing 3D timber frame model and 2D review drawings
Structural review of timber frame drawings
Planed (S4S), Antiqued, or custom finish
All timbers 8x8 and smaller are Free of Heart Center (FOHC)
Cutting joinery detail on timbers
One coat factory applied standard colour Sansin UV protectant stain
One coat factory applied Sansin ENS clear top coat
Supply of Sansin ENS clear top coat for onsite touch ups (by client/contractor)
End sealing timbers to slow drying & reduce checking
Oak pegs & timber fasteners
Adjustable Post Base Connectors
Custom metal connectors if required

Note: Snowloads and engineering requirements will affect timber frame costs. Shipping not included in pricing & is based on location.