Hand Hewn :The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber Framing
Hand Hewn :The Traditions, Tools, and Enduring Beauty of Timber Framing
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15 October, 2019
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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. 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.
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781635860009 |
| ISBN10 | 1635860008 |
| Number Of Pages | 272 |
| Item Weight | 1360 g |
| Product Dimensions | 234 x 296 x 24 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Workman Publishing |
| Format | hardback |
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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.