Carpenter Oak & Woodland has probably built more bespoke oak framed houses than any other UK company. To see more great examples of our unique craftsmanship, download the oak frame homes brochure (PDF file 3.3MB). You can also request a printed copy of this brochure.

Our oak framed houses have been featured no fewer than three times on Channel 4’s Grand Designs.

Self-building can be an immensely rewarding and enjoyable experience. Building a self-build oak framed house with all its inherent character and personality is in a league of its own. Carpenter Oak & Woodland have been supporting self builders and their projects for more than 23 years.

Here to help

It’s never too early to ask for help. We don’t mind where you are in your self-build project. You may not even have a plot yet but you’ll still want to get an idea of how the building process works, what happens when, how much it might cost, who should be involved and so on. We’re always happy to offer guidance and advice or simply to talk your self-build project through with you to help you see the wood for the trees.

Most self-builders find themselves on a learning curve as their project progresses. At Carpenter Oak & Woodland we enjoy helping them on that journey.

Nationwide specialists

We have a nationwide network of self-build architects all with the necessary expertise to design oak framed houses for self-builders. After years of involvement in the industry you would expect us to know which builders and contractors have experience with oak framed houses and you would be right. If you want to know more about the procurement routes available for your self-build project you can download ‘Selecting a Builder For Your Oak Framed House‘ from our resources library.

Architectural services

We know that bringing our expertise to the design of an oak framed house at the earliest opportunity (ideally at its inception) leads to a more structurally efficient and cost effective solution. Our architectural service is a one stop shop for the design, specification and procurement of your self-build oak framed house. If you want to know more about selecting the right architectural services for your self-build project download ‘Designing Your Oak Framed House‘ from our resources library.

3D modelling

We know it is far easier to see what your oak framed house will look like if we use computer generated 3D modelling to walk you through your self-build design. Many oak framing companies will only do this work once they have been formally contracted. Not us, we believe in working with our customers to help them make informed decisions about their self-build project.

Best use of technology

For a company with its roots firmly planted in traditional craftsmanship you might be surprised at our use of technology. But we believe in using technology when it makes everyone’s life easier but doesn’t undermine the quality of our oak framed houses. As well as using the most up to date design software we help our self-build clients by talking them through their project online as the design develops. There’s no need for anyone to travel. A phone and access to the internet and we can keep them involved in the design process on an almost daily basis.

Resources

Because we understand the self-build learning curve and we want people to be able to make informed decisions we publish free resources for self-builders. We hope you find these useful and if you don’t find what you’re looking for just pick up the phone and speak to Andy on 01225 743089.