Sunday, January 16, 2011

The frame is self supporting

Since the last post the tower we built to hold up the central collar (the metal bracket that holds all the beams as they meet in the middle) has been removed, and (thankfully) the frame is self supporting.  Obviously we expected it to do that, but there is a moment of concern once its done and you remove that support as to what it may do!


The frame is very solid now, like all the pieces are locking into place, and each piece of timber just makes it more solid again. 



The frame is truly beautiful to look at, we just don't get sick of it!  Or taking photos!



We are currently half way through putting up the 'outer' ring of posts and beams.  All the timber is cut up and ready to go.  Its nice to see the stack of timber dwindling, although I think there will be a degree of sadness (and celebration!) when its all done.  Its been a great learning curve, so many little tricks and tips we have learnt (the hard way) so far.  Plenty more to learn though!

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  1. Paul PetchJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Wow! this is amazing stuff. what a cool project. i had no idea you guys were so into this. that looks like a great family home already!

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  2. Bradley JarvisJanuary 30, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    Thanks Paul, it has been a few years in the planning but it's been fun to start building it (I have been interested in alternative building since high school, a friend lived up at Moora Moora and I was impressed with their house). If you're ever in this part of the world your more than welcome to drop in.

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