--- title: "Bensonwood — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/bensonwood-pfvwus-pf~1258538494 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1258538494.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Bensonwood category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c5839619002d4786_1346-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "6 Blackjack Crossing, Walpole, New Hampshire 03608, United States" latitude: 43.0765 longitude: -72.4155 phone: "(206) 525-0900" website: http://bensonwood.com rating: 5 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 1 last_updated: 2026-11-05 --- # Bensonwood Original Houzz profile: [Bensonwood](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/bensonwood-pfvwus-pf~1258538494) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Walpole, NH - **Serves:** Keene, Walpole, Westmoreland, Alstead, Grafton, Acworth, Surry, Gilsum, Langdon, Sullivan, North Walpole, Bellows Falls, Connecticut, Drewsville, Maine, Massachusetts, Nationwide, New England, New Hampshire, New York City, New York State, North Westminster, Putney, Rockingham, Saxtons River, South Acworth, Vermont, Westminster, Westminster Station - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2020), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Family owned - Eco-friendly - Award winning For over 50 years, Bensonwood has been redefining what it means to build well. Rooted in New England's timber-frame tradition and powered by advanced off-site manufacturing, we design and build homes and structures that are durable, energy-efficient, and built to last generations. Our work is guided by building science, precision craftsmanship, and a relentless commitment to quality. From predesigned and custom homes to commercial buildings, school dormitories, hotels, arts facilities, and retreat centers — every project reflects our belief that the way a building is made matters as much as how it looks. On this profile, you'll find a closer look at our process, our projects, and the people behind one of the most innovative design-build companies in the country. Based in Walpole & Keene, New Hampshire ### Services Provided - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Architectural Design - Architectural Drawings - Pool House Design & Construction - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Structural Engineering - Prefab Houses - Custom Construction - Timber Frame Homes - Timberframe ### Areas Served - Keene - Walpole - Westmoreland - Alstead - Grafton - Acworth - Surry - Gilsum - Langdon - Sullivan - North Walpole - Bellows Falls - Connecticut - Drewsville - Maine - Massachusetts - Nationwide - New England - New Hampshire - New York City - New York State - North Westminster - Putney - Rockingham - Saxtons River - South Acworth - Vermont - Westminster - Westminster Station ### Typical Job Cost $500,000 - 2 million $500,000 - 2 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Bensonwood | | Address | 6 Blackjack Crossing, Walpole, New Hampshire 03608, United States | | Phone | (206) 525-0900 | | Website | http://bensonwood.com | | Followers on Houzz | 1 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Bensonwood](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/bensonwood-pfvwus-pf~1258538494) - **Website:** http://bensonwood.com - **Phone:** (206) 525-0900 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - LEED Platinum rating on two houses. Bensonwood's OB Plus wall system was Green Building.com's 2010 product of the year. - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2014–2020), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA New Hampshire (AIANH)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-new-hampshire-aianh-pfvwus-pf~563076311) - [AIA Vermont](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-vermont-pfvwus-pf~1511418982) - [Northeast Sustainable Energy Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/northeast-sustainable-energy-association-pfvwus-pf~437828998) - [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658) - [Passive House Institute US](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/passive-house-institute-us-pfvwus-pf~1579791328) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — Paul & Leslie Fisette, Nov. 2017** > Bensonwood designed and built our home in Leverett Massachusetts. Our home was built in 2008 and my wife and I continue to enjoy living in this work of art. Our home is technologically innovative, extremely energy efficient and aesthetically beautiful. Our experience with Bensonwood from design through building couldn’t have been more pleasant and rewarding. We enthusiastically recommend the company and the individuals we had the pleasure to work with. Bensonwood stayed on budget and completed our project on time. The quality of work is exceptional. Bensonwood is simply outstanding! **★★★★★ — John Eckel, Nov. 2017** > In 2007 we hired Bensonwood to design and build our lake home on a small lot with significant zoning and set back constraints. Bensonwood did an outstanding job of achieving our design goals while satisfying all the regulatory constraints and creating an architectural masterpiece. They were wonderful to work with. They did everything extremely professionally according to the schedule and cost estimate we originally agree to and they fulfilled all verbal and written commitments they made to us. We could not have asked for anything more. **★★★★★ — landaubkl, March 2016** > Bensonwood did a great job with a unique, superinsulated, energy efficient home. They construct the house, by sections, indoors at their facility in Walpole and then deliver and assemble it at the house site. This allows them to be more precise and end up with less waste material and less construction debris at the house site. **★★★★★ — barab, Feb. 2016** > Unity/Bensonwood built my home in Fairlee, VT. My needs were for a small, high quality and very energy efficient home that could be built fairly quickly and would be aesthetically beautiful. I chose one of the "Unity" designs and am very happy with the result; the product is high quality and uses very advanced energy saving technology and still allowed me to customize the design a lot. The project managers have been responsive to my needs before, during and after the building process. **★★★★★ — luigiandkay, Feb. 2015** > In 2004 my wife & I decided to build our dream home when we retired in 2006. Many of our friends and family thought we were crazy to take on such a project. Lucky for us we discovered the best building tool in the industry, Bensonwood. We had a terrific experience during the entire process (design/house raising/build/completion) which was all due to the fantastic team at Bensonwood. Even when Bensonwood’s part of the project was complete they still had our backs. They were always available for guidance and answering any questions (no matter how mundane) that came up **★★★★★ — Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc, Feb. 2015** > We recommended Bensonwood to our client in Westport, Ct after her beach cottage was destroyed > in Hurricane Sandy. Client and teenage daughter visited the Bensonwood factory and were impressed by work and staff alike. "Mom, we have to do this!!" was the answer our client needed. Hired for project, we then collaborated with Bensonwood to create a simple, super-tight, highly efficient farmhouse style structure that was easy to ship and to then build on site in a matter of days. The process was very state- of -the-art, professional and very educational. The staff brought unique knowledge about sustainable building under controlled environments. We would say, "we have to do this again " and would welcome the opportunity to work with Bensonwood again. **★★★★★ — The Pratley Company, LLC, Feb. 2015** > We teamed up with Bensonwood to build a new house for a client in Westport,CT. Her house was demolished by Hurricane Sandy. Bensonwood showed up with four semi-trucks loaded with panel sections and raised the house in four days. It was fascinating to watch the house go together as the crane unloaded each piece in sequence and put the pieces together like a puzzle. The Bensonwood team was very proficient and gave us a weather tight structure before leaving the site. It was a pleasure working with all the different departments at Bensonwood as they were always ready to find an answer or walk us through anything that came up. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Bensonwood in the future. **Comment from Bensonwood:** > Thank you, Peter. You were an amazing builder to work with. Hope we can do it again soon! **★★★★★ — Alex Feinberg, Aug. 2014** > We collaborated with Bensonwood when building our timberframe home in 2003 and I have never been more delighted with anything I have ever spent money on before or since. The entire experience was wonderful. They helped turn my design and dreams into reality. I got to spend a day in their shop with chisel and mallet, cutting joints in our frame. I joined the crew to raise the frame, and I was even the one who nailed the pine bough to the peak. Every member of their team from Ted Benson himself to the design staff, project stewards, timber and panel manufacturers and raising crew were incredibly professional, friendly and laser-focused on improving the entire building process. Now, after living in my timberframe home for over 10 years, I continue to be completely delighted. The world is a better place because Ted Benson and Bensonwood Homes are in it. **★★★★★ — auntjo232, Sept. 2013** > Excellent firm. Every employee is courteous & extremely knowledgeable. They listen to your wants and needs & devise a plan around that. Very professional. Beautiful wood-working. All builders should strive to reach their level. Definitely recommend them as number one for a timber frame home. ## Selected projects - [Sunny Hilltop Xyla in New Hampshire](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunny-hilltop-xyla-in-new-hampshire-pj-vj~7963132) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Sarah and David came to Bensonwood with a vision for a home that would live lightly on the planet, and reflect the sense of stewardship they feel for the earth. They also saw their new home as a gift to the future, anticipating that their daughters would continue to enjoy it after they’re gone. They found the perfect property on which to build in Alstead, NH, and a company that resonated with their values in Bensonwood. During their thirty years of living on Cape Cod, Sarah and David experienced… - [Four-Season Zum in Northern Vermont](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/four-season-zum-in-northern-vermont-pj-vj~7963180) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: For twenty-five years, Cindy and Bob ran adventure travel companies that brought groups of clients on walking, hiking, and biking trips all over the world. Ten years ago they decided to dial back on their traveling, and settle more fully into life in northern Vermont. They dreamed of a home that would be energy efficient and simple to maintain. And they wanted to be able to easily close up the house when they headed south for their own adventures during the winter. The thick walls and triple-gla… - [An Ivy League Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/an-ivy-league-home-pj-vj~7963248) - Location: Hanover, NH - Photos: 8 - [A New Värm in Historic Hanover, NH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-new-vaerm-in-historic-hanover-nh-pj-vj~7963122) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Alexis and Chris were initially inclined to buy an existing home, but found the selection was limited. As Alexis described it, “Few houses were on the market, and those that were needed a considerable amount of renovation.” Wary of taking on the risks of an extensive renovation project, Alexis and Chris began considering building a new home. Eventually, they found a small house that was not particularly well built, but that was in a perfect location – on the edge of downtown and a stone’s throw… - [Net-Zero Zum in the Vermont Mountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/net-zero-zum-in-the-vermont-mountains-pj-vj~7963001) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - Description: These homeowners set out to build a net zero energy home in the Vermont mountains, close to skiing and perfect for family gatherings. In the summer of 2023, their high-performance Zum shell was raised, achieving an impressive 0.83 blower door test before finishes were added. With 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an office, garage, spacious open living area, and mudroom with plenty of gear storage, this home is the ultimate Vermont getaway—designed for year-round living. This Zum’s contemporary design has la… - [High-Performance Tradd in New Hampshire](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/high-performance-tradd-in-new-hampshire-pj-vj~7963104) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: When Danielle and Adam were researching options for building a new high performance home, she began looking online, and he followed up with a friend who had recently built a home in Maryland. They were pleasantly surprised to learn that one of the more interesting companies she had found online–Bensonwood–was the same company that had provided the shell of their friend’s home in Maryland. That home was a Tradd, and visiting it convinced Dani and Adam that they’d like to have their own Tradd. The… - [At Home on the College Campus](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/at-home-on-the-college-campus-pj-vj~7963221) - Location: Hanover, NH - Photos: 8 - Description: This Värm home, influenced in style by the Scandinavian farmhouse, was designed to accommodate weekly gatherings of students, faculty and staff as well as to house the faculty family. Ten foot ceilings on the first floor complemented by large triple pane windows provide for maximum natural light to the interior. The space combined with a natural color palette creates a comfortable and spacious feel to the first floor. The addition of a wrap around porch easily accommodates larger groups on days… - [DIY Nano Home in Maine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/diy-nano-home-in-maine-pj-vj~7962258) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Angie and Matt had long dreamed of a small home in Vermont. When Matt’s brother introduced him to Bensonwood, he and Angie quickly realized that a high-performance home was the perfect fit. The Nano platform won them over with its single-level design, vaulted ceilings, and inviting screened porch. To save money, the couple took on the role of general contractor, finishing the home themselves after it was raised by the Bensonwood crew. Despite having no prior construction experience, they were mo… - [Off-Grid Värm in Southern Maine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/off-grid-vaerm-in-southern-maine-pj-vj~7962211) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Set on six wooded acres in Southern Maine, this off-grid modern home is the result of Colin and Katie's determination to build in a place that felt truly their own. When they found the secluded property in 2021, its steep challenges—a dividing stream and no access to power—became part of the adventure rather than obstacles. Colin, with help from a friend, built a concrete-and-steel bridge to reach the site, setting the stage for the home they envisioned. They soon discovered the Unity Värm and p… - [Urban Infill Värm in Somerville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-infill-vaerm-in-somerville-pj-vj~7962167) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Cynthia and Tim set out to build a home that felt comfortable, healthy, and efficient without leaving their Somerville neighborhood. On a tight, transit connected lot, the project became an opportunity for thoughtful urban infill, replacing an underperforming mid century house with a new, all electric Värm Gavle designed for how they wanted to live. After determining that a deep energy retrofit would fall short, they chose a fresh start using Bensonwood’s high-performance panelized system. The s… - [Backyard Retreat in Coastal Connecticut](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-retreat-in-coastal-connecticut-pj-vj~7962304) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Tucked away in a charming coastal town, this Zumette—the ADU-sized version of our Zum platform—serves as the primary residence for Ellen and Rich. Situated behind a rental property they also own, the location offers both privacy and convenience, making it easy to manage their investment property while enjoying full-time living in their own backyard sanctuary. Ellen and Rich chose the Unity Tempo package, which includes a high-performance building shell along with a curated selection of finishes… - [Single-Level Living in a New England Xyla](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/single-level-living-in-a-new-england-xyla-pj-vj~7962080) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: This Xyla home in Rhode Island blends single-level living, high-performance construction, and timeless New England character in a compact, comfortable footprint. The 1,800-square-foot home includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open main living area shaped by vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers, and generous natural light. Closest in program to the Xyla Mys, the home brings everyday function together with thoughtful architectural detail. A welcoming porch creates a natural transition from… - [Lakeside Leisure in a New Hampshire Zum](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeside-leisure-in-a-new-hampshire-zum-pj-vj~7961989) - Location: Nelson, NH - Photos: 14 - Description: Nestled on the shores of Granite Lake in New Hampshire, this Zum serves as the primary residence for its current owners. With 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, dual laundry rooms, and a walkout basement that includes a home gym and pool table, the layout is both spacious and thoughtfully designed for everyday living and leisure. Exposed timbers in the kitchen lend a timeless charm to the modern design, complementing the mono-pitched roof lined with Eastern white pine ceiling boards. Expansive windows all… - [Family Värm in Coastal Maine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-vaerm-in-coastal-maine-pj-vj~7962327) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - Description: Homeowners Bob and Suzie owned a small home in a traditional coastal town. When they decided to tear down the old home and build new, they wanted to honor the architectural traditions of their neighborhood while creating an energy-efficient home where family could gather. They also hoped to minimize noise and disruption from onsite construction, especially during the busy tourist season. They chose to build this Scandinavian-inspired Värm, blending contemporary design and features with a traditi… - [Farm Style Beach House - Westport, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farm-style-beach-house-westport-ct-pj-vj~824764) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 23 - Description: A new house in the farmhouse/beach style vernacular. Sustainable, high-performance construction. Designed by Sellars Lathrop Architects, LLC, energy-efficient shell and timberframe accents by Bensonwood, built and finished by The Pratley Company, LLC. After Hurricane Sandy caved in the basement walls and flooded the first floor, Mary Jane Liu, the owner of this tiny beach side lot had to move fast. Getting the house condemned, applying for financing, navigating the complex zoning rules, and appl… - [Contemporary Prefab Makeover - Somerville, MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-prefab-makeover-somerville-ma-pj-vj~701681) - Location: Somerville, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: A new contemporary prefab in Somerville, Massachusetts, by renowned architect Adèle Naudé Santos, boasts 27' spans, 12' ceilings, a 24' wall of glass and sky views through overlapping lofts above. Located in burgeoning Kirkland Village, a scenic 15 minute walk to Harvard Square, this is one of three very special buildings on the site of a former bronze foundry. Urban design authority and former dean of MIT’s School of Architecture and Planning (SA+P), Santos is principal architect in the San Fra… - [Rustic Luxury Home - Jackson Hole , WY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-luxury-home-jackson-hole-wy-pj-vj~945586) - Location: Jackson, WY - Photos: 29 - Description: This sturdy mountain home includes a classic timber frame, designed and installed by Bensonwood's skilled craftsmen. - [Farmhouse Barn Design - North Road, NH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-barn-design-north-road-nh-pj-vj~71772) - Location: Deerfield, NH - Photos: 36 - Description: A new barn made to look old, using rustic finishes and salvaged timbers, serves as studio space for filmmaker Kens Burns' Florentine Films. - [Traditional Lake Home - Pittsfield, MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-lake-home-pittsfield-ma-pj-vj~682870) - Location: Pittsfield, MA - Photos: 35 - Description: A new timber frame home for a young family, on a lake in the Greater Boston area. - [East Coast Rustic Barn - Lincoln, MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-coast-rustic-barn-lincoln-ma-pj-vj~793796) - Location: Lincoln, MA - Photos: 16 - Description: Built into its sloping site in Lincoln, MA, this energy-efficient barn-style home replaced a tear-down, while preserving and integrating an existing cottage known as “the Birdhouse.” Complementing the barn style is a custom, glass-roofed cupola, which funnels light into the interior stairwell. The exposed timber frame is rough sawn, locally-sourced hemlock. Demolition materials from the old house, an extremely inefficient structure, were recycled and repurposed to optimize ecological impact goal… [See all 69 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/bensonwood-pfvwus-pf~1258538494) ## Ideabooks - [Bensonwood Living & Family Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061268/list/bensonwood-living-family-rooms) — 60 ideas - [Bensonwood Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27030193/list/bensonwood-bathrooms) — 38 ideas - [Bensonwood Indoor-Outdoor Living Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27030212/list/bensonwood-indoor-outdoor-living-spaces) — 118 ideas - [Bensonwood Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27030197/list/bensonwood-bedrooms) — 75 ideas - [Bensonwood Staircases](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27057103/list/bensonwood-staircases) — 31 ideas - [Bensonwood Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27057223/list/bensonwood-fireplaces) — 35 ideas - [Bensonwood Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27030188/list/bensonwood-kitchens) — 87 ideas - [Bensonwood Barns, Studios, Garages & Workshops](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27322983/list/bensonwood-barns-studios-garages-workshops) — 88 ideas - [Bensonwood Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27057173/list/bensonwood-dining-rooms) — 39 ideas - [Bensonwood Home Gyms & Exercise Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061347/list/bensonwood-home-gyms-exercise-spaces) — 12 ideas - [Bensonwood Entrances & Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27057253/list/bensonwood-entrances-doors) — 32 ideas - [Rooms for Kids](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32220284/list/rooms-for-kids) — 1 idea - [Bensonwood Office Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061408/list/bensonwood-office-spaces) — 8 ideas - [Bensonwood Cottages and Cabins](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27064780/list/bensonwood-cottages-and-cabins) — 29 ideas - [Bensonwood Woodwork](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061968/list/bensonwood-woodwork) — 19 ideas - [Bensonwood Nooks & Quiet Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061725/list/bensonwood-nooks-quiet-spaces) — 35 ideas - [Bensonwood Closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27061775/list/bensonwood-closets) — 2 ideas - [Bensonwood Wine Cellars](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27057200/list/bensonwood-wine-cellars) — 3 ideas [See all 18 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/bensonwood) ## Community Q&A **Q: Is a floor plan posted anywhere for this?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Linda, We have not shared a floor plan of this custom house. We have a variety of floor plans available for review on our website in our portfolio. www.bensonwood.com We also welcome your email or call. info@bensonwood.com **Q: Info about the vanity including wood & manufacturer, please.** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you! A: Hi, that was a custom top in Venetian Gold from a local vendor but many granite tops in the gold color family come close. Home Depot Solaris etc. The home owner provided this himself and many of the interiors so we are not aware of most of the products he used but they are all widely available from what he told us. The medicine cabinet came from Restoration Hardware. **Q: What material is fireplace surround** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Kathflaherty27, That is Newport Dark granite with a flamed surface purchased at Gault, Inc. in Westport, CT. **Q: Bath** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello could you tell me the color of the granite on the vanity A: Hi bugsy 118 that was a custom top in Venetian Gold from a local vendor but many granite tops in the gold color family come close. Home Depot Solaris etc. Thanks! **Q: built in cabinet** *(in Photo Questions)* Lovely house... simple, elegant and inviting. The built in cabinet in the bath, can you share the type of wood this is made from and the stain color? Thanks! A: Hi suede57, the builder, Pratley and Company (also on Houzz) did that. I will try to find out--but you can try him directly as well. Thanks! **Q: Love this house! Are house plans available?** *(in Photo Questions)* This is an absolutely delightful home! Cozy, yet spacious. Would you be able to share a basic floor plan, or the depth and width dimensions? It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for sharing this very creative design. A: Hello. Reach out to the architects, Sellars Lathrop through their Houzz page. They own those and can help. Thanks! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-05.*