Timber Frame House Course
Master the art of designing compact timber frame houses with high-performance envelopes, passive solar strategies, and sustainable systems. Gain skills in structural layouts, mechanical sizing for heat pumps and ventilation, and low-carbon material choices to build efficient, healthy two-bedroom homes that meet codes and stay within realistic budgets. Explore trade-offs for optimal comfort, energy savings, and environmental impact in small-footprint designs.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a clear guide to designing and detailing a compact, energy-efficient two-bedroom timber frame home. You'll cover site analysis, passive design principles, building envelope details, structural plans, natural daylighting, and stair layouts for homes under 120 square metres. Dive into HVAC systems, hot water solutions, indoor air quality, renewable energy options, and low-carbon materials, including cost-performance analysis to create durable, comfortable, compliant homes within budget.
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Develop skills
- Develop timber frame layouts for compact, compliant two-bedroom homes quickly and effectively.
- Detail high-performance envelopes with low air leakage and superior insulation for timber structures.
- Apply passive design techniques including orientation, shading, and ventilation for comfort and efficiency.
- Size mechanical systems like heat pumps, ERVs, and hot water setups tailored to small timber homes.
- Evaluate low-carbon options comparing timber products, finishes, and insulation for cost and sustainability.
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