Created with the same level of craftsmanship as the 4-sided beams, 2-sided wooden beams were typically used as hidden support structures in barns and industrial buildings. Hand-hewn on two sides only and featuring natural tree trunk elements on opposing sides, these reclaimed beams offer an authentic glimpse of true rustic living.

Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
Large elegant backyard deck photo in Cincinnati with a roof extension

Example of an island style patio design in Orange County with a fire pit

Nice combination of glass, metal and ipee, iron wood decking for northwest living. Beautiful backyard retreat
Contemporary blue exterior home idea in Seattle

This is an example of a mediterranean porch design in Houston with a roof extension.

Example of a large mountain style two-story mixed siding exterior home design with a shed roof

Roger Wade Studio
Inspiration for a rustic dark wood floor seated home bar remodel with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood countertops and brown countertops

Dewayne Wood
Mid-sized classic screened-in back porch idea in Birmingham with decking and a roof extension

Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic front door remodel in Salt Lake City with brown walls and a medium wood front door

When the pergola structure got to the large oak we notched it around the tree. We replaced the single entry door with twelve feet of glass to connect the inside to the outdoors and make the small living room feel bigger. PHOTO: Ignacio Salas-Humara

Front View of our 26' x 26' carport / pavilion in Pilot Point Texas. All of the lumber is solid western red cedar, styled as a traditional timber frame structure.

Interior Design: Starr Sanford Design Photography: Nathaniel Ebert
Beach style porch photo in Jacksonville with decking and a roof extension

Modern mountain aesthetic in this fully exposed custom designed ranch. Exterior brings together lap siding and stone veneer accents with welcoming timber columns and entry truss. Garage door covered with standing seam metal roof supported by brackets. Large timber columns and beams support a rear covered screened porch. (Ryan Hainey)

This modern lake house is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The residence overlooks a mountain lake with expansive mountain views beyond. The design ties the home to its surroundings and enhances the ability to experience both home and nature together. The entry level serves as the primary living space and is situated into three groupings; the Great Room, the Guest Suite and the Master Suite. A glass connector links the Master Suite, providing privacy and the opportunity for terrace and garden areas. Won a 2013 AIANC Design Award. Featured in the Austrian magazine, More Than Design. Featured in Carolina Home and Garden, Summer 2015.

Example of a large mountain style gray three-story mixed siding exterior home design in Boston with a shed roof

Amazing front porch of a modern farmhouse built by Steve Powell Homes (www.stevepowellhomes.com). Photo Credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)

Small transitional u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Albuquerque with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, an undermount sink and glass tile backsplash

The first thing people notice about my kitchen is the gorgeous reclaimed beams on the ceiling. Ironically, they were not part of the original plans, but were added to cover up a mistake. When the final plans arrived, the architect had added a cased opening to the breakfast room and a column that would have come down at the end of the kitchen peninsula. I was adamant that the column would ruin the look of the room, so Ridgewater Homes (my builder) worked with me to add a large ceiling beam for support. They were then able to remove the column from the plans. The builder covered the structurally necessary beam with rustic reclaimed wood, then added the smaller beams across the ceiling of the kitchen to make it look planned.

David Lauer Photography
Mid-sized trendy backyard patio photo in Denver with a pergola