Custom Timber Frame Homes & Kits

At Bungalow in a Box, we believe your home should be as enduring as it is beautiful. Based in Woolwich, Maine, we specialize in energy-efficient timber frame structures designed for modern living. Whether you are dreaming of a custom barn house, a coastal guest cottage, or a high-performance ADU, our unique building system combines traditional mortise and tenon joinery with the advanced insulation of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs).

Our portfolio represents a diverse range of "volumes"—from expansive event barns to intimate lakeside retreats—each engineered for lasting value and site-specific beauty. Explore our projects below, categorized by gable-end width, and imagine the possibilities for your own custom build.

Large Timber Frame Homes & Event Barns (32' Wide)

Applications: Living Space/Residence/Second Home, Barn, Event Space

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Cumberland Event Barn

A 32' x 36' timber frame with a wrap-around porch, perfect for large gatherings and equipment storage.
New England Teachers Barn 32
Teacher's Barn

Versatile 32' x 36' barn design featuring a 12' integrated shed for expanded storage and utility.

Custom Residential Timber Frames & Additions (28' Wide)

Applications: Living Space/Residence/Second Home, Barn, Event Space

Timber Frame Island Home Construction | 28x36 Waterfront Design | Bungalow In A Box
Island Cottage

A 28' x 36' coastal residence optimized for island living with a sprawling 10' x 20' porch.
Timber Frame Home Addition | 28x40 Garage & Living Space | Bungalow In A Box
Ode to Joy Addition

A spacious 28' x 40' home addition featuring a custom 14' x 24' carport and seamless timber frame integration.

Energy-Efficient Barn Houses & Capes (24' Wide)

Applications: Living Space/Residence/Second Home

Custom Hemlock Timber Frame Barn House | 24
Casco Bay Barn House

Our signature 2,000 sq. ft. high-posted cape featuring native hemlock timbers and a unique slip-joint attic loft.
Montsweag Timber Frame House | 24
Montsweag House

An energy-efficient 24' x 36' family home designed for growing families with an open cathedral living space.
Coastal Timber Frame Cottage | 24
Lily House

The ultimate 1,600 sq. ft. coastal retreat with three bedrooms, a daylight basement, and an elevated timber porch.
Single-Story Timber Frame Cottage | 24
Middlebury Cottage

Accessible 24' x 34' single-story living featuring a dramatic 16' window wall to capture mountain views.

Timber Frame Cabins & Small Home Designs (22' Wide)

Applications: Cabin, Small House, Spacious Addition, Workshop, In Law Apartment, ADU

Lake House Timber Frame | 22
Lake House

A charming 22' x 24' small vacation home with a spacious second floor and energy-efficient SIP enclosure.
Harpswell House | 22
Harpswell House

A variation of the Lake House with a raised knee-wall to maximize usable second-floor living space.

Guest Cottages & Accessory Dwelling Units - ADUs (20' Wide)

Applications: Cabin, Small House, Spacious Addition, Workshop, In Law Apartment, ADU

Phippsburg Cottage | 20
Phippsburg Cottage

A cozy 20' x 36' coastal cottage featuring a 10' porch and traditional timber frame craftsmanship.
Blue Hill Cottage Cape | 20
Cottage Cape

Our popular 20' x 20' guest cottage design with a daylight basement and spacious bedroom on the second floor.

Timber Frame Kits: Workshops, Studios & Garden Structures

Madison | 16
Madison

A substantial 16' x 24' timber frame that could be a getaway cabin, ADU, or functional workshop.
Pocono | 14
Pocono

A classic 14' x 20' cabin design, ideal for a remote woodland retreat or a private backyard studio."
Waterford | 14
Waterford

Clean lines and traditional joinery make this 14' x 20' structure a versatile choice for a home office or hobby space.
Gotham | 20
Gotham

A perfectly square 20' x 20' timber frame that offers a balanced, open interior for a home office or ADU.
Writers Cabin | 12
Writers Cabin

Specifically designed for focus and tranquility, this 12' x 20' cabin is the ultimate quiet escape for creative work.
Custom Timber Frame Pergola | 20
Pergola

An expansive 20' x 24' timber frame pergola that defines and elevates your outdoor dining or living area.
Pagoda | 14
Pagoda

A unique 14' x 14' square structure with an elegant roofline, designed to be a centerpiece for your landscape.
Gazebo | 10
Gazebo

A compact 10' x 10' traditional timber frame gazebo, perfect for providing shade and architectural interest to a back yard or garden.