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## [Save Up to $20,000. Over 75 Plans to Choose From](https://blog.timberblock.com/save-20000.-panelized-home-plans)

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 We're ending January and kicking off February with a special opportunity for future homeowners! From now until February 29, 2020, Timber Block is offering up to $20,000 on over 75 plans!

## [Spring Home Show Season is Heating Up! Find Out Where Timber Block is Headed](https://blog.timberblock.com/spring-home-show-season-2020)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/show3.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/spring-home-show-season-2020) 

 As January comes to an end, and February is just around the corner, the thoughts turn into the most wonderful time of the year....Spring Home Show Season!

## [Timber Block: The Ultimate Alternative to Traditional Log Home Building](https://blog.timberblock.com/timber-block-alternative-to-log-cabin-home-building)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/dakotafront.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/timber-block-alternative-to-log-cabin-home-building) 

 During an interview with Charlotte Today, Timber Block Project Manager Curtis McCurry explained the Timber Block technology, how it works, and how we're able to reach the level of energy efficiency that we do. Curtis explained that Timber Block - a patented pr...

## [A Custom Milano Wins First Home of the Month in 2020](https://blog.timberblock.com/a-custom-milano-home-of-the-month-2020-contemporary)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/Milano1_Dining_9K-1.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/a-custom-milano-home-of-the-month-2020-contemporary) 

 Easily, Timber Block's original Milano model is one of the top models from the Contemporary Series...for a number of reasons:

## [Improving the Energy Efficiency in Your Home -5 Simple Steps!](https://blog.timberblock.com/5-tips-energy-efficient-home-building)

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 Energy efficiency. It's our favorite topic! Since our inception, Timber Block has been committed to ensuring a super high level of energy efficiency using unique, innovative technology. Part of that commitment includes building homes that have a high R factor ...

## [Timber Block Initial Planning Process: Behind the Scenes](https://blog.timberblock.com/timber-block-planning-and-design-process)

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 Thinking about the initial planning of the initial, behind-the-scenes aspects of the home building project you're considering may be an area where you may not know where to start, or you may wonder how the process works - especially in the early stages. While ...

## [A Look Back: The Pisgah Mountain Lodge at The Coves at Round Mountain, North Carolina](https://blog.timberblock.com/custom-residential-commercial-panelized-construction)

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 Our project of the month features a flashback to a special custom project: the Pisgah Mountain Lodge at The Coves at Round Mountain.

## [The Evolution of the Open Plan Concept: From the Early Days to 2020](https://blog.timberblock.com/open-concept-home-design-floor-plans-2020)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/Mon-class-Con.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/open-concept-home-design-floor-plans-2020) 

 The open plan concept. Have you ever wondered exactly when the open plan design became so sought after and why? Decades ago, many homes were designed and constructed with a more "basic" style of living. For example, the plans were simple, You had a hallway wit...

## [Year in Review: Craftsman Series](https://blog.timberblock.com/craftsman-style-home-design-floor-plans)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/WHISTLER_INSIDE.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/craftsman-style-home-design-floor-plans) 

 The Craftsman style home is a favorable choice for homeowners for many reasons, such as the architectural detail, the curb appeal, the charm and warmth and the thought of the style never going out of style.

## [Timber Block Model Homes Holiday Hours, Locations and Directions](https://blog.timberblock.com/timber-block-model-homes-holiday-hours-locations-and-directions)

[![](https://blog.timberblock.com/hubfs/North%20Carolina-2.jpg)](https://blog.timberblock.com/timber-block-model-homes-holiday-hours-locations-and-directions) 

 As we prepare for this beautiful holiday season, we'd like to let you help plan your visits with us during the next couple of weeks!

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