--- title: "Cornerstone Timberframes — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/cornerstone-timberframes-pfvwus-pf~1260297474 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1260297474.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Cornerstone Timberframes" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/89a3c23107727b5a_5566-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Unit 3-20 Brant Street, Suite 150, Steinbach, Manitoba R5G 1Y2, Canada" latitude: 49.5277 longitude: -96.6716 phone: "(866) 326-4456" website: http://cornerstonetimberframes.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 1 followers: 19 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # Cornerstone Timberframes Original Houzz profile: [Cornerstone Timberframes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/cornerstone-timberframes-pfvwus-pf~1260297474) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Steinbach, MB - **Serves:** Alberta, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Manitoba, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Ontario, Oregon, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Steinbach, Washington, Winnipeg, Wisconsin, Wyoming - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review) ## About ### Houzz Badges - 500 Ideabook Saves - Family owned - Online consultation - 36 years in business Cornerstone Timberframes is a second-generation timber frame and mass timber fabricator based in Manitoba, Canada. For over 35 years, our team has designed, fabricated, and installed precision timber structures for homes, cottages, and commercial buildings across Canada and the United States. Our work blends traditional craftsmanship with modern fabrication technology. Using advanced CNC equipment and detailed shop drawings, we produce high-quality timber frame packages that install efficiently and perform for generations. Cornerstone partners with homeowners, architects, and builders to deliver: • Custom timber homes and cottages • Commercial and hospitality timber structures • Architectural feature timber • Prefabricated structural timber packages From early design collaboration through final installation, our goal is simple: build exceptional timber structures with a process that is clear, reliable, and enjoyable for our clients. Whether it's a lakefront cottage, a custom residence, or a large commercial project, our team takes pride in bringing timeless timber architecture to life. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - House Plans - Project Management - Floor Plans ### Areas Served - Alberta - Idaho - Illinois - Indiana - Iowa - Kansas - Manitoba - Michigan - Minnesota - Missouri - Montana - Nebraska - North Dakota - Ohio - Ontario - Oregon - Saskatchewan - South Dakota - Steinbach - Washington - Winnipeg - Wisconsin - Wyoming ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Cornerstone Timberframes | | Address | Unit 3-20 Brant Street, Suite 150, Steinbach, Manitoba R5G 1Y2, Canada | | Phone | (866) 326-4456 | | Website | http://cornerstonetimberframes.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 19 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonetimber - X (Twitter) — https://x.com/buildwithcs - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/cornerstone-timberframes - Blog — http://cornerstonetimberframes.com/ - Tiktok — https://www.tiktok.com/@cornerstonetimberframes - Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/cornerstonetimberframes ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Cornerstone Timberframes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/cornerstone-timberframes-pfvwus-pf~1260297474) - **Website:** http://cornerstonetimberframes.com/ - **Phone:** (866) 326-4456 ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 1 review **★★★★★ — John Howe, May 2026** > Great customer service and quality of work on our Commercial Office Build. > The CLT roof looks phenomenal, Glulam connections are clean. and accent the timber magnificently. ## Selected projects - [Wisconsin Getaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wisconsin-getaway-pj-vj~7860886) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 96 - Description: This timber frame home sits in northwest Wisconsin, built with double curving tie king post trusses in Douglas fir and large-section posts with eave plates. The main living space pairs exposed timber with drywall finishes for a restrained, contemporary feel, while a curved staircase and coffered ceilings with 30-foot trim timbers add craftsmanship throughout. With a main floor, garage, and full walkout level, the home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Completed in 2020 with HB Design and Joe Ya… - [Simply Elegant](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/simply-elegant-pj-vj~2512074) - Location: Gimli, MB - Photos: 2 - Description: Full timber frame and walls painted white, with contrasting furniture and complementary wood flooring. Large picture windows in great room. Industrial appliances with industrial stair railing and treads up to loft area complimenting the modern sleek white frame. - [Minnesota Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/minnesota-craftsman-pj-vj~2512028) - Location: Long Lake, MN - Photos: 11 - Description: The "Minnesota Craftsman" in Long Lake, Minnesota, is a stunning example of Rustic Craftsman architecture brought to life through intricate timber engineering. Completed in 2004, the home features a nearly full timber frame constructed from premium Douglas fir—chosen for its high bending strength and warm visual character. The architectural centerpiece is the great room, spanned by a dramatic scissor brace truss that maximizes ceiling height while maintaining structural efficiency. This soaring… - [Eagle's Nest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eagle-s-nest-pj-vj~7861081) - Location: Lake of the Woods, ON - Photos: 14 - Description: This 5,800-square-foot mass timber cottage sits on Lake of the Woods, Ontario, built directly on exposed granite bedrock with epoxy-anchored foundations. The structural system uses prefabricated Nordic laminated beams, columns, and cross-laminated timber panels — the CLT roof deck serves as both the structural diaphragm and the finished interior ceiling, eliminating the need for added ceiling framing and keeping the profile clean and slim. Long spans between columns open up the lake-facing glazi… - [Woodchuck Bay Boathouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodchuck-bay-boathouse-pj-vj~7861646) - Location: Lake of the Woods, ON - Photos: 3 - Description: The Woodchuck Bay boathouse on Lake of the Woods, Ontario, demonstrates how heavy timber framing can be brilliantly integrated into a hybrid structural solution. By combining the unmatched strength and visual warmth of exposed timber with complementary building systems, the design maximizes both architectural presence and construction efficiency. The standout feature of this waterfront build is the spacious, elevated upper-deck screen room. Positioned directly above the boathouse, it captures sw… - [Away In The Woods Gazebo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/away-in-the-woods-gazebo-pj-vj~7861579) - Location: Sandilands, MB - Photos: 2 - Description: "Away in the Woods" is a 720-square-foot timber frame retreat designed as a quiet, three-season escape. Nestled in Sandilands North and completed in 2009, this White Pine structure by Cornerstone Timberframes features a striking king post truss that spans the central living area, creating an open, lodge-like atmosphere without the need for interior load-bearing walls. Designed to harmonize with its forest setting, the retreat includes a galley-style kitchen, a cozy wood stove, and a 12x24-foot d… - [Adventure Awaits](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adventure-awaits-pj-vj~7861577) - Location: Lake of the Woods, ON - Photos: 11 - Description: "Adventure Awaits" is a cozy 1,690-square-foot timber frame cabin on Lake of the Woods, Ontario. Completed in 2019, this recreational build features the natural warmth and durability of Western Red Cedar timbers. Designed by Technic Design and built by 3D Construction, the project demonstrates that high-quality timber framing isn't reserved only for massive estates. The exposed cedar beams create an inviting, rustic atmosphere perfect for a lakeside retreat, offering a more intimate scale withou… - [Birds Hill Rustic Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/birds-hill-rustic-cabin-pj-vj~7861652) - Location: Springfield, MB - Photos: 5 - Description: Birds Hill Rustic is a custom residential project located in the beautiful acreage setting of Birds Hill, Manitoba. The home is engineered as a highly efficient hybrid timber frame residence, demonstrating how structural pragmatism can meet luxury design. The architecture strategically utilizes stunning, exposed heavy timber framing in the primary living spaces—delivering maximum architectural impact, soaring volume, and warmth exactly where the family gathers. Meanwhile, secondary areas utilize… - [Clearwater Bay Single Boathouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clearwater-bay-single-boathouse-pj-vj~7861637) - Location: Lake of the Woods, ON - Photos: 4 - Description: This 35' × 44' single-slip timber frame boathouse on Clearwater Bay (Lake of the Woods, Ontario) showcases the sleek, modern capabilities of heavy timber architecture. Designed in-house by Cornerstone Timberframes and completed in 2021, the White Pine structure features a minimalist 1/12 pitch single-slope roof and clean, linear drop-cut rafter profiles that create sharp, refined shadow lines. Engineered for a demanding waterfront environment, the timber columns are anchored to a steel I-beam do… - [Lake Metigoshe House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-metigoshe-house-pj-vj~7860848) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: This hillside lake home on Lake Metigoshe in southwest Manitoba pairs ICF construction with a featured white pine timber frame in the great room and kitchen. A 24-foot vaulted ceiling and a queen bent truss anchor the main living space, taking full advantage of 180-degree lake views, while an integrated corner staircase connects the main floor to a loft above and a walk-out level below. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, completed in 2020 with Amplify Design and built by Alair Homes Brandon. - [The Lakehouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-lakehouse-pj-vj~7859832) - Location: Lake of the Woods, ON - Photos: 21 - Description: This 6,850-square-foot timber frame home sits on Lake of the Woods, Ontario, designed by Solomon Design Group and completed in 2018. Three hammer beam trusses in white pine carry the vaulted roof across the great room, with curving tie beams and sculpted beam ends adding character throughout the entry porch and interior. An 18 ft x 18 ft four-gabled gazebo and an extended lakeside canopy round out the exterior, while timber framing carries through into the den, day spa, and master bedroom. 4 bed… - [Brereton Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brereton-lake-pj-vj~7859696) - Location: Brereton Lake, MB - Photos: 48 - Description: This 2,975-square-foot timber frame home sits on Brereton Lake in Manitoba's Whiteshell region, designed by Pine Creek Homes. A 30-foot white pine king post truss anchors the open living area, with custom steel plates at the joints adding strength and a clean, contemporary detail to traditional joinery. Beneath the truss, a galley kitchen and island open onto uninterrupted lake views, while bedrooms, the sunroom, and utility spaces use conventional framing for efficiency. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms… - [Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exteriors-pj-vj~1848966) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 49 - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathrooms-pj-vj~1848977) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-rooms-pj-vj~1849083) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 46 - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~1849099) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - [The Oak Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-oak-haven-pj-vj~2512054) - Location: Mitchell, MB - Photos: 11 - [Birds Hill Pine Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/birds-hill-pine-ridge-pj-vj~2522191) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Niakwa Country Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/niakwa-country-club-pj-vj~2798667) - Location: Winnipeg, MB - Photos: 9 - [House on the Assiniboine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-on-the-assiniboine-pj-vj~2798743) - Location: Headingley, MB - Photos: 6 [See all 35 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/cornerstone-timberframes-pfvwus-pf~1260297474) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*