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DW Timber Frame Design

Timber Framer

  After discharge from the Army in 1975, I was drawn to a small post & beam company "Cluster Shed" that was just starting their business and looking for help. Having always enjoyed working with wood I figured this would be a good match and surely an interesting type of construction to learn. From that day forward I was hooked on timber frame/post & beam construction and all related components to include SIP's (structural insulated panels).

   I have now worked the last 44 years (still learning) in the Timber Frame, Post and Beam and Structural Panel industry, either cutting, raising or designing homes, barns and many other structures.

  I'm originally from the Monadnock region of New Hampshire. In 2008 I relocated a little further south so I could enjoy more of what little time off I had from work for some wind therapy on my ole Harley Davidson's.
  
  Now my office/home have become mobile in a 40' 5th wheel toy hauler RV. This allows me to follow the warmer weather and visit projects I've designed for clients and occasionally help with the raising and of course smell the wood. My office is set up with all the technology needed to work with and print large format plans for clients throughout the USA.

  I can provide my service's to the residential and light commercial markets, providing architectural drawings, 3D timber frame/SIP renderings,  timber frame and panel (SIP) construction drawings to owner/builders, homeowners, timber/panel companies and construction professionals.

    The design and construction of a timber frame and/or SIP home is a challenging and rewarding experience for me. I work hard to ensure your design meets your needs, your expectations, your budget and I believe this to be one the most valuable and important services I can offer you.

   Look forward to the possibility of working with you. 

  Don Whippie

Services

DW Design is an veteran owned independent design office providing affordable and professional services for Owner Builders, General Contractors & Home Owners all over America.

  I service the residential and light commercial markets, providing architectural plans, 3D timber/SIP renderings, detailed timber production list's, timber frame and panel construction drawings to owner/builders, homeowners, timber/panel companies and construction professionals.

  If you have decided to cut the frame yourself, I'm available for questions and support as you are cutting & raising.

  If you would like to have it cut by a professional framer and/or SIP company, I will submit your plans to multiple companies for individual quotes and fair comparison shopping.