Hand Hewn: The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber Framing
Hand Hewn: The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber Framing by Jack A. Sobon
English | October 15, 2019 | ISBN: 1635860008 | EPUB | 272 pages | 50.3 MB
English | October 15, 2019 | ISBN: 1635860008 | EPUB | 272 pages | 50.3 MB
Hand Hewn is a gorgeous celebration of the traditions and artistry of timber-frame building, a 7,000-year-old craft that holds an enduring attraction for its simple elegance, resilience, and the warmth of the wood.
Internationally renowned timber-frame architect and craftsman Jack A. Sobon offers a fascinating look at how the natural, organic forms of trees become the framework for a home, with profiles of the classic tools he uses to hand hew and shape each timber and explanations of the clever engineering of the wooden joinery connecting the timbers, without a single nail. Inspiring photos of Sobon’s original interior home designs, as well as historical examples of long-lived structures in Europe and North America, make this a compelling tribute to the lasting value of artisanal craftsmanship and a thoughtful, deliberate approach to designing buildings.