Taking shape

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Finally after 5 months of demolition, excavation and construction, the timber frame is taking shape. The sway frame is bolted into place and shows us the outline of the south facing elevation. The large glulam frame forms the structure. For the first time you can see the outline of the new house from the street. The two gable ends and ridge beams are now firmly in place.

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There are still stacks of wood everywhere, each carefully labelled with a serial number and destination.

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