Timber-frame chalet kits let you raise a glass-front mountain retreat in weeks, not months, while keeping the heft of real wood overhead. Demand is climbing: the sector totaled about US $5.1 billion in 2023 and could reach nearly US $8.9 billion by 2031—roughly seven-percent annual growth, according to a Reports and Markets study. Kits lock costs, squeeze timelines, yet still let you tweak the layout—putting budget and view in your hands. We’ll rank eight top kits and end with a checklist that turns inspiration into a buildable plan.
A glass-front timber-frame chalet kit completed on a snowy mountain site showcases the warmth of real wood and expansive views.
Every pick on this list had to pass three gateway tests:
Kits that met those gates were then scored against nine real-world satisfaction factors:
We weighted the first three factors (design quality, cost clarity, and efficiency) most heavily, then averaged the results into a simple 1-through-8 ranking. The order highlights trade-offs at a glance, so you can target the kit that stretches your dollar, trims weeks off the schedule, or nudges you toward a net-zero envelope.
Published kit ranges of about $60–$90 per square foot for a timber frame package, like those on Hamill Creek Timber Homes' cost pages, give you a clear baseline for what a structure-only kit should cover. Those prices explicitly include structural engineering, pre-cut mortise and tenon timbers, oak pegs and hardware, and on-site frame raising, which is the level of cost transparency you should expect from any contender.
Treat the numbers as a compass, not a command. Use our rubric to jump-start your short list, then compare the Buyer’s Guide later in this article with your own must-haves before choosing the timber-frame chalet kit that fits your land, budget, and timeline.
For a timber-frame chalet kit that feels handcrafted yet ships anywhere from Hawai‘i to Maine, Hamill Creek has been the trusted choice since 1989. Every Douglas-fir, spruce, or western red-cedar beam is cut, test-fitted, and factory-sealed before it leaves the British Columbia shop.
A custom timber-frame chalet by Hamill Creek showcases handcrafted joinery, expansive glass and mountain-friendly design.
Industry data places frame-only packages around $40–$50 per sq ft, shell kits near $150 per sq ft, and complete homes close to $300 per sq ft, figures that Hamill Creek’s estimates routinely match; their guide to budgeting for a timber frame home shows those targets are achievable by sourcing local Douglas-fir or spruce and by insulating with SIPs that can cut future energy bills in half.
Pricing is direct. Industry data places frame-only packages around $40–$50 per sq ft, shell kits near $150 per sq ft, and complete homes close to $300 per sq ft, figures that Hamill Creek’s estimates routinely match. A 2,500-sq-ft Lock-Up kit, for example, lands near $375,000 before local labor and finishes.
Design freedom is the other highlight. In-house architects tweak stock plans or draft new ones, so prow fronts, wrap-around decks, or a snowmobile garage slide into the millwork without extra engineering. Because Hamill Creek’s crew travels to raise the frame, each joint fits precisely and the site team already knows every mortise.
If you want heirloom joinery, cradle-to-keys support, and timbers stout enough to impress future grandkids, Hamill Creek’s Custom Chalet Series earns its top rank, even if it is not the lowest-cost option.
If you want a timber-frame chalet kit that feels closer to a boutique resort than a cabin, PrecisionCraft has delivered since 1991. The Idaho firm pairs its material packages with M.T.N Design, an in-house studio that drafts prow fronts, glass-walled great rooms, and slope-friendly walk-out basements. Because the design fee rolls into the kit cost, you pay for a finished vision, not a pile of separate drawings.
An Honest Abe Heritage Series timber-frame chalet kit delivers a complete shell package at a practical price point.
This Tennessee builder has milled logs since 1979 and now offers five timber-frame chalet kits built around kiln-dried 8 × 8 Douglas-fir posts and beams, each piece numbered for a smooth crane day.
The Barn Yard’s pre-engineered barn-chalet kits pair classic New England carriage-barn lines with a complete, weather-tight shell.
Need help raising the frame? Honest Abe’s optional dry-in service sends a trained crew to stack the structure, set panels, and apply roofing, typically in five to seven days. After that, local trades handle mechanicals and finishes at your pace.
If you want a single truckload that covers almost every exterior component, plus decades of manuals, model homes, and a nationwide dealer network, Honest Abe’s Heritage Series is a direct path from contract to closed-in cabin.
Picture a classic New England carriage barn with an Alpine roof pitch. Since 1984 this Connecticut family shop has CNC-milled every Eastern white pine beam in-house, then bundled each timber-frame chalet kit with siding, roofing, and Marvin windows before the truck door swings shut.
A resort-style chalet by PrecisionCraft and M.T.N Design shows how a turnkey timber-frame kit can deliver a true statement mountain home.
Because geometry is preset, shell pricing often stays under $100 per sq ft, even with architectural shingles and low-E windows included. Rural builders value that completeness: stand the frame, nail roof boards, and you are weather-tight while interior work continues.
Assembly help arrives as a detailed plan set and a 30-minute video. New England buyers can also book The Barn Yard’s crew and crane to lock up a medium kit in about three days. Customization is modest—dormers, porch depth, or loft-span tweaks—yet enough to fit most sites and budgets.
If you crave barn warmth and want nearly every exterior component solved up front, The Barn Yard balances kit simplicity with handcrafted charm at a friendly price.
Few timber-frame chalet kits invite true DIY pride like Shelter Institute’s Hennin Series. The Maine company has taught owner-builders since 1974, and its kits reflect that classroom rigor.
Shelter Institute’s Hennin Series timber-frame kits are sized for quick raisings by owner-builders after a week of hands-on training.
Customization is modest: add a bay, stretch the length in 10-ft increments, or choose curved braces, and that restraint speeds engineering while keeping budgets clear.
If you want hands-on satisfaction, code-crushing efficiency, and line-item pricing before you call, Shelter Institute offers a direct path from raw land to a locked-up timber shell.
Need a timber-frame chalet kit that pairs Douglas-fir strength with a glass prow worthy of a ski postcard? Oregon-based Logangate has refined that formula for more than 50 years.
Logangate’s modern chalet kits pair Douglas-fir strength with a glass prow and cantilevered floor designed for steep view lots.
Choose Logangate when timber, glass, and clean modern lines share equal billing, and your site view deserves center stage.
Looking for a timber-frame chalet kit that pairs exposed Douglas-fir beams with near-passive-house efficiency? Timberbuilt, based in western New York, has refined that formula for more than two decades.
A Timberbuilt modern-rustic timber-frame home pairs exposed Douglas-fir structure with a high-performance SIP envelope for near-passive-house efficiency.
Choose Timberbuilt if energy performance and modern-rustic architecture share top billing on your wish list. The numbers back up the craftsmanship.
For builders who value predictable schedules as much as visible beams, Davis Frame’s timber-frame chalet kits pair handcrafted posts with factory-panelized walls and roofs that lock together on site.
Davis Frame’s panelized timber chalet packages combine handcrafted posts with factory-built walls and roofs that lock together quickly on site.
How we chose and why the order matters
A glass-front timber-frame chalet kit completed on a snowy mountain site showcases the warmth of real wood and expansive views.
Every pick on this list had to pass three gateway tests:
- Genuine timber-frame structure
- Prefab delivery that arrives numbered and ready to raise
- An alpine-grade design that reads as a chalet, not a generic cabin
Kits that met those gates were then scored against nine real-world satisfaction factors:
- Architectural authenticity
- Cost transparency
- Energy performance
- Assembly support
- Customization flexibility
- After-sale service
- Lead-time reliability
- Brand reputation
- Sustainability credentials
We weighted the first three factors (design quality, cost clarity, and efficiency) most heavily, then averaged the results into a simple 1-through-8 ranking. The order highlights trade-offs at a glance, so you can target the kit that stretches your dollar, trims weeks off the schedule, or nudges you toward a net-zero envelope.
Published kit ranges of about $60–$90 per square foot for a timber frame package, like those on Hamill Creek Timber Homes' cost pages, give you a clear baseline for what a structure-only kit should cover. Those prices explicitly include structural engineering, pre-cut mortise and tenon timbers, oak pegs and hardware, and on-site frame raising, which is the level of cost transparency you should expect from any contender.
Treat the numbers as a compass, not a command. Use our rubric to jump-start your short list, then compare the Buyer’s Guide later in this article with your own must-haves before choosing the timber-frame chalet kit that fits your land, budget, and timeline.
1. Hamill Creek Timber Homes: custom chalet series
For a timber-frame chalet kit that feels handcrafted yet ships anywhere from Hawai‘i to Maine, Hamill Creek has been the trusted choice since 1989. Every Douglas-fir, spruce, or western red-cedar beam is cut, test-fitted, and factory-sealed before it leaves the British Columbia shop.
A custom timber-frame chalet by Hamill Creek showcases handcrafted joinery, expansive glass and mountain-friendly design.
Industry data places frame-only packages around $40–$50 per sq ft, shell kits near $150 per sq ft, and complete homes close to $300 per sq ft, figures that Hamill Creek’s estimates routinely match; their guide to budgeting for a timber frame home shows those targets are achievable by sourcing local Douglas-fir or spruce and by insulating with SIPs that can cut future energy bills in half.
Three build paths
- Frame-only kit: numbered posts, beams, oak pegs, and engineer-stamped drawings.
- Lock-Up shell: adds structural insulated panels plus high-performance doors and windows, so the crane rolls away and you are weather-tight within a week.
- Full turnkey: the same crew stays through drywall, flooring, and final inspection, then hands you the keys.
Pricing is direct. Industry data places frame-only packages around $40–$50 per sq ft, shell kits near $150 per sq ft, and complete homes close to $300 per sq ft, figures that Hamill Creek’s estimates routinely match. A 2,500-sq-ft Lock-Up kit, for example, lands near $375,000 before local labor and finishes.
Design freedom is the other highlight. In-house architects tweak stock plans or draft new ones, so prow fronts, wrap-around decks, or a snowmobile garage slide into the millwork without extra engineering. Because Hamill Creek’s crew travels to raise the frame, each joint fits precisely and the site team already knows every mortise.
If you want heirloom joinery, cradle-to-keys support, and timbers stout enough to impress future grandkids, Hamill Creek’s Custom Chalet Series earns its top rank, even if it is not the lowest-cost option.
2. PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes: total-home solution chalets
If you want a timber-frame chalet kit that feels closer to a boutique resort than a cabin, PrecisionCraft has delivered since 1991. The Idaho firm pairs its material packages with M.T.N Design, an in-house studio that drafts prow fronts, glass-walled great rooms, and slope-friendly walk-out basements. Because the design fee rolls into the kit cost, you pay for a finished vision, not a pile of separate drawings.
An Honest Abe Heritage Series timber-frame chalet kit delivers a complete shell package at a practical price point.
Build paths
- Materials package: heavy-timber frame, high-R SIP walls and roof, plus ICF foundation blocks ready for a local crew.
- BuilderSelect: PrecisionCraft helps you screen regional builders and stays on call during construction.
- Design-build: the company serves as general contractor, handing over a turnkey chalet while you track progress online.
Timeline and cost
PrecisionCraft advises a nine-month window from first sketch to on-site delivery of the materials package, covering design iterations, engineering, and factory lead time. Finished homes usually run $300–$350 per sq ft, matching other high-end log-and-timber projects across the United States. Clients accept that premium for one source of accountability and careful energy detailing.Who it suits
Choose PrecisionCraft when you want a statement chalet—think cathedral trusses, three-story window walls, and radiant-heated slabs—and prefer one team guiding the project from concept to occupancy.3. Honest Abe Timber Homes: heritage series cabin kits
This Tennessee builder has milled logs since 1979 and now offers five timber-frame chalet kits built around kiln-dried 8 × 8 Douglas-fir posts and beams, each piece numbered for a smooth crane day.
The Barn Yard’s pre-engineered barn-chalet kits pair classic New England carriage-barn lines with a complete, weather-tight shell.
Why it is a value play
Shell packages cost $100–$150 per sq ft and arrive with insulated wall panels pre-sided, energy-rated windows, exterior doors, a sub-floor system, second-floor joists, and porch and stair material, according to the Log Cabin Hub price guide. That completeness matters on rural sites where a missing box of screws means a two-hour drive.Need help raising the frame? Honest Abe’s optional dry-in service sends a trained crew to stack the structure, set panels, and apply roofing, typically in five to seven days. After that, local trades handle mechanicals and finishes at your pace.
Flex where it counts
You can stretch room sizes, mirror a floor plan, or add a garage, while the fixed timber grid keeps costs predictable. The result scales from hunting cabin to full-time family chalet without stressing the budget.If you want a single truckload that covers almost every exterior component, plus decades of manuals, model homes, and a nationwide dealer network, Honest Abe’s Heritage Series is a direct path from contract to closed-in cabin.
4. The Barn Yard & Great Country: pre-engineered barn-chalet kits
Picture a classic New England carriage barn with an Alpine roof pitch. Since 1984 this Connecticut family shop has CNC-milled every Eastern white pine beam in-house, then bundled each timber-frame chalet kit with siding, roofing, and Marvin windows before the truck door swings shut.
A resort-style chalet by PrecisionCraft and M.T.N Design shows how a turnkey timber-frame kit can deliver a true statement mountain home.
Two ready platforms
- Carriage Barn: single- or two-story frames from 600–2,000 sq ft.
- Saratoga: wider center-aisle layouts up to 2,500 sq ft for live-work homesteads.
Because geometry is preset, shell pricing often stays under $100 per sq ft, even with architectural shingles and low-E windows included. Rural builders value that completeness: stand the frame, nail roof boards, and you are weather-tight while interior work continues.
Assembly help arrives as a detailed plan set and a 30-minute video. New England buyers can also book The Barn Yard’s crew and crane to lock up a medium kit in about three days. Customization is modest—dormers, porch depth, or loft-span tweaks—yet enough to fit most sites and budgets.
If you crave barn warmth and want nearly every exterior component solved up front, The Barn Yard balances kit simplicity with handcrafted charm at a friendly price.
5. Shelter Institute: Hennin post-and-beam series
Few timber-frame chalet kits invite true DIY pride like Shelter Institute’s Hennin Series. The Maine company has taught owner-builders since 1974, and its kits reflect that classroom rigor.
Shelter Institute’s Hennin Series timber-frame kits are sized for quick raisings by owner-builders after a week of hands-on training.
Sized for quick raisings
Four base footprints (14 × 20, 24 × 24, 24 × 36, 24 × 48 ft) cover most cabin or small-home needs. Pricing is posted online: the 14 × 20 kit runs $21,800 for the frame and $27,500 for the SIP enclosure, or about $175 per sq ft for a weather-tight shell.Factory detail, code-beating shell
- Pre-cut, pre-drilled timbers oiled for longevity
- Oak pegs and wedges included
- EPS SIPs rated R-25 walls / R-45 roof, exceeding the 2021 IECC for most U.S. zones
Learn first, build faster
Enroll in Shelter’s one-week timber-frame course and you will arrive on site knowing how to sling a bent and flash a valley. A small crew can raise the 14 × 20 frame and install panels in two to three days, then finish interiors on your schedule.Customization is modest: add a bay, stretch the length in 10-ft increments, or choose curved braces, and that restraint speeds engineering while keeping budgets clear.
If you want hands-on satisfaction, code-crushing efficiency, and line-item pricing before you call, Shelter Institute offers a direct path from raw land to a locked-up timber shell.
6. Logangate Timber Homes: modern chalet kits
Need a timber-frame chalet kit that pairs Douglas-fir strength with a glass prow worthy of a ski postcard? Oregon-based Logangate has refined that formula for more than 50 years.
Logangate’s modern chalet kits pair Douglas-fir strength with a glass prow and cantilevered floor designed for steep view lots.
Flexible geometry
Most clients start with a 28 × 36 ft template, then adjust depth, roof pitch, or cantilevered decks until the shell hugs the view lot. Glulam Douglas-fir beams arrive factory-finished to handle up to 70 lb/ft² snow loads without blocking sightlines.What the kit includes
- Pre-cut wall panels and SIP roof sections, numbered for one-pass assembly
- An exposed loft system that cranes in as a single engineered unit
- Optional high-solar-gain glazing sized to the prow geometry
Cost and schedule
Shell packages run roughly $150–$200 per sq ft, with floor-to-ceiling glass or standing-seam metal roofs nudging the total higher. Pre-fabbed panels shorten on-site time; a mid-size chalet often reaches weather-tight in seven to ten days with a small crew.Site smarts
Long crates protect custom windows, and the field manual flags pallet order to prevent costly reshuffles. On steep lots, Logangate’s cantilever floor lets living space hover above grade, trimming concrete costs and soil disturbance.Choose Logangate when timber, glass, and clean modern lines share equal billing, and your site view deserves center stage.
7. Timberbuilt: sustainable mountain homes
Looking for a timber-frame chalet kit that pairs exposed Douglas-fir beams with near-passive-house efficiency? Timberbuilt, based in western New York, has refined that formula for more than two decades.
A Timberbuilt modern-rustic timber-frame home pairs exposed Douglas-fir structure with a high-performance SIP envelope for near-passive-house efficiency.
Envelope first
Timberbuilt’s hybrid system mates handcrafted timbers to structural insulated panels (SIPs) that test at R-26 walls and R-46 roofs, yielding blower-door scores below 1.0 ACH50 on many builds. Their model homes routinely achieve HERS 40–50 ratings, cutting heating demand by more than half compared with code-built stick houses.Design library, not a catalog
Choose a template like the Prairie, Brighton, or Big Sky, then stretch it by adding a shed roof, bumping a glass wall, or specifying reclaimed-wood accents. Plans can also start from scratch, and Timberbuilt limits annual projects so each crew stays hands-on.Costs and scope
The company lists its design-plus-timber-and-panel package at $95–$150 per sq ft, depending on span, glazing, and timber species. Completed homes, once local subcontractor work and finishes are added, typically land in the $325–$375 per sq ft range. Owners often recoup part of that premium through lower utility bills and tax credits tied to high-performance envelopes.Build support
After the shop pre-cuts timbers and SIPs, a small Timberbuilt crew travels to install the frame and panels, making sure knife-plate steel connections sit flush and every panel lands square. Lead-times run 8–12 months from signed contract to delivery, so early booking helps.Choose Timberbuilt if energy performance and modern-rustic architecture share top billing on your wish list. The numbers back up the craftsmanship.
8. Davis Frame Company: panelized timber chalet packages
For builders who value predictable schedules as much as visible beams, Davis Frame’s timber-frame chalet kits pair handcrafted posts with factory-panelized walls and roofs that lock together on site.
Davis Frame’s panelized timber chalet packages combine handcrafted posts with factory-built walls and roofs that lock together quickly on site.
Package options
- Frame-only: numbered Douglas-fir timbers, oak pegs, and engineer-stamped plans.
- Weather-tight shell: adds SIP or pre-panelized walls, sheathing, windows, doors, and standing-seam roofing. A 2,000-sq-ft shell typically raises and buttons up in 10–14 days, trimming site labor costs.
Cost snapshot
Davis lists full shell packages around $120–$140 per sq ft. That figure already covers pre-hung exterior doors, dormers, and window trim that many kits treat as add-ons. Finished homes often land in the mid-$300s per sq ft after local labor and finishes.Design latitude
Catalog plans run from compact ski huts to 4,000-sq-ft mountain retreats. Hybrid layouts place timber where you see it while framing utility areas conventionally to trim budget. Every plan is re-engineered for local snow, wind, and seismic loads before fabrication.Why choose Davis Frame?
If you are building in a short mountain season, or simply want a locked-up shell in two weeks so your GC can dive into interiors, Davis Frame offers one of the fastest, most predictable timelines on this list without giving up the warmth of visible timbers overhead.How to choose the right timber-frame chalet kit for you
1. Start with priorities
Before choosing a chalet kit, define whether budget, DIY ambition or design features lead your search.
Picture January on your land: are you stoking a woodstove in a 600 sq ft DIY cabin, or hosting twelve guests in a 3,000 sq ft ski lodge? That scene tells you which of three forces should lead your search—budget, hands-on ambition, or key design features.
- Shell kits average $50–$150 per sq ft, while turnkey paths trend toward $300 per sq ft.
- DIY-friendly suppliers like Shelter Institute or The Barn Yard trade sweat for savings, and full-service firms such as PrecisionCraft trade dollars for speed.
Lock those priorities first; every later decision flows from them.
2. Budget beyond the box
A frame-only kit at $50 per sq ft looks cheap until you add excavation, foundation, crane time, and finishes. Field data show that a weather-tight shell often doubles in cost by move-in. Break your spreadsheet into:
- Off-site fabrication (kit)
- On-site assembly (crew, crane, travel)
- Completion (utilities, finishes, permits)
Pad 10–15 percent for contingencies to keep lender draws on track.
3. Match size and layout to daily life
- Weekend couple = ≈ 800 sq ft with a loft.
- Remote-work family = ≈ 2,000 sq ft and a main-floor office.
- Aging knees? Plan a ground-floor suite even if the great room soars.
Build expansion into the drawings now; adding a wing later costs far more than extending a ridge today.
4. Read the land before the catalog
Road access, slope, and frost depth dictate crane size, panel lengths, and foundation type. Steep lots may suit Logangate’s cantilever detail, while shallow frost lines favor stem walls. Share a topographic survey with kit engineers early, because re-engineering after fabrication is expensive.
5. Decide on DIY, hybrid, or turnkey
- DIY: Numbered parts plus detailed manuals (Shelter Institute).
- Hybrid owner-builder: Hire pros for frame raising, then finish interiors yourself.
- Turnkey: One general contractor from dirt to doorknobs (PrecisionCraft).
Choose the path before you sign; it affects hardware, delivery schedule, and insurance.
6. Insist on an energy target
Timber frames rely on the envelope, not the beams, for insulation. Ask for:
- Wall and roof R-values (R-25 walls, R-45 roofs meet the 2021 IECC in most zones).
- Blower-door testing after dry-in.
- Window U-factors and SHGC matched to snow country or high-sun climates.
Right-size HVAC once airtightness is confirmed; oversizing wastes money twice.
7. Align aesthetics with setting
Barn-style kits (The Barn Yard) feel at home on farmland, while modern prow fronts (Logangate) shine on view lots. Gather photos, highlight repeating elements—shed dormers, wrap porches, Shou Sugi Ban siding—and hand that sheet to the kit designer.
8. Check support and warranty
Look for:
- A structural warranty of at least ten years.
- A named project manager or helpline.
- Builder-match programs (PrecisionCraft BuilderSelect) or regional dealer networks (Honest Abe).
That backup is affordable insurance the first winter a Nor’easter tests your joinery.
Quick FAQ
How long does a chalet kit take to build?
Most frames stand in 3–7 days; full completion runs 4–12 months depending on crew size and season.
Can I finance a kit home?
Yes. Most lenders treat it like any custom build; draws release at milestones. Provide stamped plans and a full cost schedule for faster approval.
What comes in a shell kit?
Typically: pre-cut frame, SIP or panel walls, roof system, windows, exterior doors, fasteners, and stamped engineering. Always request the vendor’s inclusion sheet.
Are timber-frame homes energy-efficient?
With SIP walls and roofs, many achieve blower-door results under 1.5 ACH50 and utility bills 30–50 percent below code-built stick homes.
Quick FAQ (buyer’s guide)
How much does a chalet kit cost?
Shell packages average $50–$150 per sq ft; turnkey builds often reach $300 per sq ft once site work and finishes are included.
Can I build it myself?
Yes, if you have time, tools, and a crane. Most owners still hire pros for the foundation, electrical, and plumbing.
How long will construction take?
Frames and panels usually stand in 3–10 days; full fit-out runs 4–12 months.
Are timber-frame homes energy-efficient?
With SIP walls and roofs, many achieve blower-door results under 2 ACH50, trimming heating bills by 30–50 percent.
FAQ: quick answers to big questions
How much does a timber-frame chalet kit cost?
Shell packages average $50–$150 per sq ft, while turnkey builds land near $300 per sq ft once site work and finishes are included. Total cost usually ends up about double the kit invoice.
Can I build it myself?
Yes, if you have time, tools, and a crane. DIY-friendly kits ship with numbered parts and manuals, though most owners still hire pros for the foundation, electrical work, and plumbing.
What’s included in a shell kit?
A typical shell covers the pre-cut frame, metal or wood connectors, stamped engineering, wall and roof panels (often SIPs), windows, exterior doors, fasteners, and hardware. Always verify the vendor’s spec sheet; siding or shingles may be add-ons.
How long will construction take?
Frame and panels usually stand in 3–10 days, and full fit-out runs 4–12 months, depending on crew size, season, and permit pace.
Are timber-frame homes energy-efficient?
Pairing R-25 or better SIP walls with R-45 or better roofs often delivers blower-door results below 2 ACH50 and utility bills 30–50 percent lower than code-built stick homes.
These fast facts remove the biggest hurdles. For deeper planning, revisit the buyer’s-guide sections above.
Conclusion
Work through each factor—priorities, budget, site, build path, energy, style, and support—to choose the timber-frame chalet kit that fits your land, wallet, and timeline.