Arts & Crafts Builders’ homes incorporate extremely well planned architectural details. One particular example best illustrates this point...

It may seem hard to believe that the dimension of a single piece of wood could impact a home’s design, energy efficiency, and cost. That single piece of wood makes a big difference when a new home project utilizes hundreds of wooden studs.

So the dimension of a single piece of wood makes a difference?

To Brian and Joe it does. They build homes with a 2x6 exterior framing versus the industry standard 2x4. Why? For these reasons:

First: a 2x6 stud is stronger and adds structural rigidity to the house.

Second: aesthetically it adds a fulness to the window sills reminiscent of quality homes of the past.

Third: it provides an opportunity for greater insulation around the envelope of the home and thus provide its occupants with more comfort and lower energy bills.

Does it cost more to build a home with 2x6 lumber? Yes.

Is it a higher quality, more cost effective choice in the long run? Yes.

A simple upgrade such as this can have multiple positive impacts on the home and its owners.

This is just one example of the wise choices Brian and Joe make when constructing new Arts & Crafts Builders’ homes.