THE COMPANIES
A list of the local companies involved in this concept.
A list of the local companies involved in this concept.
A display for window blinds was changed so as to present a variety of products with shelving and separations and also included hanging spaces for range of items for baby care.
Decorative Christmas trees made from branches found in the street using pallet off cuts, trees made from old clothes and some origami 3D trees.
A short walkway incorporating a bridge built on site in La Penilla.
Now a very popular walkway and observation point for birdwatchers over the Santoña bay area.
Un burrito is normally associated with Mexican food. Spain is different.
A simple but effective way of making decorative shelving.
A towl display rack made from eight recycled balustrade pieces and off cuts from a bedhead found in the street.
A replacement cupboard for storing plastic glasses at the Moondog Bar C/ Carmen, Santander.
A pallet bedhead commissioned for a town centre bedding shop to display not only a bed but also to have shelving incorporated onto the back for bed sheets to be displayed.
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The next phase is to strengthen the structure in the ridge and suspended ground floor.
Now arrives the time consuming bit when nothing seems to be happening.
A brief introduction to the vernacular architecture in Cantabria.
Now comes the exciting bit.
Onto the next stage.
Made in Cantabria.
A brief history of the A Frame house.
A short video showing the erection of a SupaHome house in the north of Spain.
North America’s largest designers and manufacturers of energy efficient windows and entry doors with a wide range of sizes and styles to suit the tastes of any client. Founded in 1903.
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TIMBER FRAME is erected in under a week and different trades can commence immediately, unlike CONCRETE where curing times can run into months. Client occupies property in weeks in TIMBER FRAME not MONTHS as in CONCRETE structures. Fast completion of TIMBER FRAME construction means Development funding is paid back very […]
A brief explanation of the types and benefits of Laminate Timber Engineering.
Roofing solutions to modern timbered engineered abodes has take giant steps in recent years and at TFIS we have adapted to the possibilities and guarantees our suppliers can offer.
There are no two roofs the same and all accounts of geographical locations and climates are taken into account and all designs are analysed by relevant software thus eliminating structural errors.
How floor joists have developed through the ages and it’s evolution in the 21st century.
Fifty reasons for builders to use this proven system of construction.
A brief introduction and explanation to the different aspects of Timber Engineering along with relative suppliers.
A basic explanation of timber treatments against wood pests and related decay.
If you are having trouble with any related vocabulary regarding Timber Frame this is the place to get up to speed.
A slide presentation showing how Timber Frame in Spain work from foundations, frame erection through to finishing in a turn key project of a traditional Cantabrian style house. The idea was to give the exterior a 200 year old appearance whilst installing all mod cons in the interior.
A detailed slide presentation showing the decorative features that can be achieved with a Timber Frame structure. The outline was give it a 200 year look by using traditional Cantabrian architecture.
If your location is in an earthquake zone certain structural engineering needs to be incorporated into your design. and certified guarantees need to be applied.
Here’s how we visage the future of energy efficient housing industry in Spain and it’s related employment gain and trade qualification consequences.
A brief summary of how to go about moving into a Timber Frame house in Spain along with short cuts and pit falls.
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Summary: Modern living requirements and environmental demands are now putting pressure on Developers, Builders and Governments globally to meet exacting high standards, ever increasing performance levels and affordable prices where construction is concerned. Around the globe, traditional construction has been forced to change to meet these requirements. A large proportion […]
A brief explanation of foundations.
How an efficient and quickly executed Timber Frame build can save you money not only in the short term but will pay back in the long term as well. Running costs of the abode are reduced to a minimum along with the obvious health benefits of living in a cosily controlled environment free of damp and extreme heat and cold interior temperatures.
Quick and energy efficient roof construction has now been turned into a fine art. Here is a brief explanation of Modern Methods of Construction related to Timber Frame roofing including the Room in Roof (RIR) option for relatively little more cost in relation to m2 gained.
How social housing in key areas can contribute to a more functional society whilst reducing costs, environmental impact and creating a massive saving in transport transits between home and work. These building can be adapted to personal needs from a single persons dwelling through to large family housing and are not wealth creation orientated.
Sometimes you may come across a word that confuses you. Here is a brief explanation of industrial wood production vocabulary.
Thinking of building in Spain using Timber Frame well here’s a breakdown of how to go about it. It’s not as complicated as you may think as the language barrier should never be a problem when dealing with trustworthy and reliable suppliers, legal representatives and a proven project management team. You as the client are always in control.
A brief description of the process of building with Timber Frame in Spain. The golden rule is follow the rule book in this country and remember if you are going to do it, do it right. You’ll never regret the extra cost for piece of mind and factory guarantees combined with the fact your house is fully legally registered in Spain.
The cruel reality of the excessive use of cement n buildings.
At Timber Frame in Spain we all take environmental issues seriously and carefully consider matters before we undertake any changes in our working practices or when we promote new components. It is essential that our planet earth enjoys the protection it deserves. We believe that if we all make a […]