Honoring the Past. Preserving a Heritage.
Since 1998, Timber Meisters has been hand-cutting the structures that define the Appalachian landscape.
Born from a Love of the Craft.
In 1998, Timber Meisters was founded on a simple principle: that a home should be as enduring as the structures our ancestors crafted. We began with a vision for preserving a heritage and a commitment to “Old World” joinery. Over the last quarter-century, the industry has shifted toward mass-produced kits and “fast” construction. We chose a different path. We remained “Meisters”—masters of the hand-hewn, the hand-cut, and the hand-fitted.
The “Meister” Standard
Masterful Joinery:
We don’t rely on hidden metal brackets. We utilize traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery—the same method used in cathedrals and barns that have stood for 500 years.
Appalachian Roots:
We are local to these mountains. We understand the snow loads, the humidity, and the terrain. We source local timber—Appalachian hardwoods—whenever possible.
Generational Vision:
We don’t build for the next ten years; we build for the next ten generations. Our goal is that your grandchildren will appreciate the same craftsmanship you do today.
Led by Tradition. Driven by Precision.
Barry, the founder of Timber Meisters, spent decades studying the art of timber framing from the masters themselves – the builders of historic landmarks that once dotted the American countryside. To him, every timber has a character, and every home has a story. When you hire Timber Meisters, you are getting the direct oversight of a builder who cares about integrity – his own, and the integrity of the structures he leaves behind.