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Hand Hewn
The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber Framing
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Ideal for architects, woodworkers, builders, and anyone passionate about traditional craftsmanship and sustainable building techniques.
In this gorgeous celebration of the traditional craft of timber framing, an internationally renowned architect and contemporary craftsman explores the history, artistry, tools, and design principles behind timber-frame buildings past and present.
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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 and resilience.
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 engineering of the wooden joinery that connects the timbers without a single nail, Sobon provides deep insights into the craft.
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. The book also offers a thoughtful, deliberate approach to designing buildings.
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Praised for showcasing nail-free timber-framed structures, Publishers Weekly highlights the book’s rich tradition. Architect Max Jacobson commends Sobon’s ability to craft buildings that evoke strength and warmth. Philippe Petit calls it an inspiring invitation into the world of a master craftsman, while Will Beemer deems it essential for all builders eager to learn true timber framing.
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ISBN: 9781635860009
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 October 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Storey Publishing LLC
Illustration: Full-color; photographs and illustrations througho
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 24.0mm
Width: 234.0mm
Height: 296.0mm
Weight: 1360g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Jack A. Sobon is an architect and builder specializing in timber-framed buildings. A founding director of the Timber Framer s Guild of North America and founder of the Traditional Timber Frame Research and Advisory Group, Sobon has devoted his 38-year career to understanding the craft of timber framing. Using only traditional hand tools, he has framed and erected over 50 structures. He is the author of Build a Classic Timber-Framed House and coauthor of Timber Frame Construction. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, Sobon teaches and consults nationally on traditional building structures and timber-framing techniques.
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