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Center-Posted 24'x24' Cape

(base size: 24’x24’)
Expand this frame in 12' increments.

This kit is engineered to accommodate comfortable living spaces using traditional, all wood joinery.

Wedged Dovetails and wedged half -dovetail mortice and tenon joints lock these timbers together tightly. Center posts help define interior spacing and layout


Each “bent” adds a 12’x24’ space. Dormers and shed additions are easy to add. The kneewall height is also adjustable based on your needs.

24'Bent Pricing*
24'x24'pre-cut kit
$16,900
kit raising
3,800
SIP** Enclosure
19,900
Install SIPs
7,500
metal roofing
2,900
Install Roofing
2,400
24'x24' Subtotal
53,400
additional bent
6,800
bent raising
1,800
SIP** Enclosure
6,890
Install SIPs
2,295
Metal Roofing
1,200
Install Roofing
1025
24'x36' Subtotal
73,410
4'x4' Skylight
1,500

Line drawing of a 24x24 timberframe kit

*All Pricing subject to change without notice. Prices are FOB Woolwich, ME; shipping is not included. Included, but not shown, are second floor boards: planed 1-1/2 " V-match T&G with rough opening for stairs.
** Panel Specs: 3.5" R-16 wall, 5.5" R-26 roof EPS foam-core panels

Typical Dimensions: posts: up to 12' - knee wall: 2' - ceiling height: up to 10' - roof pitch: 12/12

The Wood: The majority of our frames are fashioned in Pine. Other woods such as Hemlock, Douglas Fir and Cedar are available. Green timbers are planed, lightly sanded, chamfered, and oiled to protect the surface and slow the drying process.

©Shelter Institute Woolwich, ME 2003