Build your timber frame home: design it in 3D, see the cost and get quotes from UK builders.
With Geoniks you design your timber frame house free in 3D in your browser — or send a photo of your own floor plan and we turn it into a 3D model. You get an instant cost estimate and, with one request, quotes from timber frame, log home and oak frame companies that build in the UK.
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Get a price quote
Tell us the size, location and house type — builders that work in your area send you their offers. Free, no obligation.
Design it in 3D
Draw the house in your browser, start from a ready design, or send your architect plans and we model it for you.
Analyse your plot
Check what fits on your plot before you design: footprint, distances to boundaries and storeys — a starting point for your architect.
How it works
Design your house in 3D — or send your drawing
Pick a ready-made timber house and change walls, windows, doors and roof in the browser. Or upload a photo of a hand-drawn plan or your architect’s drawings — we turn it into a 3D timber house.
See an instant estimate
Get an estimate at UK price levels based on floor area, storeys and timber, plus a materials list for walls, roof and floors.
Press “Get a Quote”
Choose the United Kingdom and your preferred timber, add your town, budget and timeline. Your 3D design is attached automatically.
Receive quotes from builders
The Geoniks team forwards your request to timber frame and log home companies that build in the UK. They send their own price and lead time — you decide.
Timber frame house costs today
Today a complete timber frame self-build typically costs about £1,800–£3,250 per m² of internal floor area (average around £2,450/m²), excluding land, fees and VAT. The frame kit alone is roughly £400–£650/m². Cost calculator →
| Scope | Cost per m² | Example 150 m² |
|---|---|---|
| Timber frame kit only | £400 – £650 | ≈ £60,000 – £97,500 |
| Complete build, standard spec | £1,800 – £2,500 | ≈ £270,000 – £375,000 |
| High spec / London & South East | £3,250 – £3,500+ | ≈ £487,500 – £525,000+ |
What affects the cost?
Build system
Open-panel or closed-panel timber frame, SIPs, oak frame, log or CLT — heavier and more bespoke systems cost more.
How much you manage
Kit only, weathertight shell or full turnkey build — the difference in total cost is large.
Size and storeys
Cost per m² usually falls as the house gets bigger; two storeys share foundations and roof over more floor area.
Energy performance
Heat pumps, solar PV, MVHR and higher insulation standards affect cost and running costs.
Plot and groundworks
Ground conditions, slopes, access and service connections vary enormously between plots.
Region and finishes
Labour costs differ between the North and London; kitchens, bathrooms and glazing move the final figure a lot.
Types of timber homes
Timber frame (panel) house
Factory-made wall panels, fast on site, the most common self-build method in the UK.
Oak frame / post & beam
Exposed oak posts and beams, vaulted spaces and large glazed gables.
Log home
Solid laminated or round logs — natural feel and good thermal mass.
SIPs house
Structural insulated panels for a very airtight, well-insulated shell.
Garden room and annexe
Small timber buildings for home offices, guest annexes or holiday lets.
Contemporary timber house
Vertical cladding, large windows, flat or mono-pitch roof.
Luxury and top-quality timber houses
A top-quality timber house shows in the wood and the craft: slow-grown Nordic timber from certified forests (PEFC or FSC), controlled drying, timber frame, CLT or laminated logs made with factory precision, airtight junctions and large, well-detailed glazing. In the UK they are popular as self-build homes in the countryside, Highland retreats and contemporary architect-designed houses.
Self-build in the countryside
Timber frame or CLT with large glazing — efficient, fast to build and often Passivhaus-level.
Highland and lakeside retreats
Heavy timber or log homes for wind and rain — the Scottish Highlands, the Lake District, Wales.
How to compare quality
Ask for the timber origin and certification, drying, wall U-value, airtightness test, structural warranty and reference homes.
Planning, Building Regulations and climate
Planning permission: A new house needs planning permission from your local planning authority; check the local plan and any conservation or AONB constraints before buying a kit.
Building Regulations & warranty: The build must meet Building Regulations (energy, structure, fire). Lenders usually require a structural warranty; self-build mortgages release funds in stages.
Climate: Wind exposure, driving rain and moisture make detailing of cladding, membranes and ventilation important.
Requests from across the UK
Add your town or county to the request and we forward it to builders who work in your area. For example:
Why Geoniks?
🧊 See it before you build
Walk through your house in 3D and change rooms, windows and roof before committing.
✏️ Your own drawing works
Send a hand-drawn plan or architect’s drawings — we create the 3D model and an estimate.
📨 One request, several quotes
No need to contact every company yourself — the quotes come to you.
💰 Transparent estimate
See a cost estimate and materials list before you even ask for quotes.
🆓 Free
No fee or commission for self-builders; you contract directly with the builder.
🤝 Personal support
The Geoniks team follows up every request: support@geoniks.com
Your next step
Get a price quote
Tell us the size, location and house type — builders that work in your area send you their offers. Free, no obligation.
Design it in 3D
Draw the house in your browser, start from a ready design, or send your architect plans and we model it for you.
Analyse your plot
Check what fits on your plot before you design: footprint, distances to boundaries and storeys — a starting point for your architect.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a timber frame house cost to build in the UK?
A complete timber frame self-build typically costs about £1,800–£3,250 per m², averaging around £2,450/m², from roughly £1,550/m² for a simple build in the North to £3,500/m² or more for a high-spec house in London. A 150 m² house is therefore roughly £270,000–£490,000 excluding land and fees. Builders give the exact price.
How much is a timber frame kit?
The frame kit alone typically costs about £400–£650 per m². Foundations, roof covering, windows, services and finishes are on top, so budget for the complete build, not just the kit.
Do I need planning permission for a timber frame house?
Yes — a new dwelling needs planning permission from the local planning authority and must comply with Building Regulations, whatever it is built from. Small outbuildings may fall under permitted development; check with your council.
Can I get a mortgage for a timber frame house?
Yes. Most lenders accept modern timber frame homes built to Building Regulations with a structural warranty. Self-build mortgages release money in stages as the build progresses.
How long does it take to build a timber frame house?
Planning and design often take several months. The frame itself is usually erected in days to a couple of weeks, and a complete house typically takes around 4–8 months on site.
Can I use my own floor plan?
Yes. Choose “Send my drawing” on Geoniks and upload a photo (JPG/PNG). We build a 3D model, email you a link and an estimate, and you can then request quotes.
What does Geoniks cost?
Designing in 3D, the estimate, turning your drawing into 3D and requesting quotes are free for self-builders. You contract and pay the builder you choose directly.
Are you a timber frame or log home company?
Receive quote requests from people who have already designed their home in 3D. Free during beta, no commission.
Design your timber home today
A few minutes in 3D or your own drawing — quotes come from the builders.
Cost ranges compiled from UK self-build and timber frame cost guides (checked September 2026); not binding.