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At ReFrame Living, we've chosen timber as the foundation of our modular extensions—not just for its environmental credentials, but for the warmth, character, and wellbeing benefits it brings to your home. We believe it’s a natural choice for beautiful, sustainable home extensions.
Engineered for Efficiency
Engineered timber structures provide superior thermal performance compared to steel alternatives, creating spaces that stay comfortable year-round with minimal energy input. This means your extension won't just look good; it'll also help reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint.
Unlike traditional construction where materials are cut and modified on-site (which creates waste and imprecision), our WikiHouse system uses digital fabrication to manufacture every component with millimetre-perfect accuracy. This precision engineering means better thermal performance, less material waste, and a structure that performs exactly as designed.
A Living Material with Modern Performance
We understand the questions homeowners have about timber construction. "Is it durable?" "Is it safe?" "Will it withstand our British weather?"
In short, yes to all of the above. Modern manufacturing techniques create structural timber elements that match (and often exceed) the performance of conventional building materials. Our timber components are:
- Engineered for stability and strength
- Treated to resist moisture, insects, and decay
- Designed to meet rigorous modern fire safety standards
- Created to last for generations with minimal maintenance
A Climate Positive Choice
By choosing timber, you're making a climate-positive choice. Unlike steel or concrete (which release carbon during production), timber actively stores carbon throughout its life—approximately one tonne of CO₂ per cubic metre. Your extension becomes part of the solution to climate change, not part of the problem.
Our timber is responsibly sourced from managed forests where new trees are continuously planted, creating a renewable cycle that supports biodiversity and rural economies.
The Human Benefit
Beyond the practical benefits, there's something fundamentally human about living with timber. Research shows that exposure to natural materials reduces stress, improves concentration, and enhances wellbeing. Your timber extension creates a subtle connection to the natural world—even in the heart of urban environments.
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