Projects, Inspiration, Customer Stories & News

Oakmasters' blog is full of useful information on sustainability, self building and oak framing as well as our latest news and case studies. Use the tag system at the bottom of this page to navigate to articles that interest you. We hope you enjoy reading... 

Granite Stone Cottage Renovation With Oak Trusses

Posted 30th Oct 2024

Douglas Pryce transformed a charming granite cottage in Jersey with Oakmasters’ precision-crafted oak trusses. Learn about the renovation journey, the benefits of oak, and the stunning final result in this inspiring case study.

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Our New Oak Pergola Paradise

Posted 17th Jul 2024

We give you a glimpse into one of our clients' personal home-improvement projects - a garden transformation with a stunning oak pergola at the heart of an outdoor entertaining area.

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Timber, a versatile and renewable material

Posted 17th Oct 2023

This editorial highlights the multiple environmental advantages and potential for reuse and recycling that make timber a key player in the quest for a more sustainable and resource-efficient building industry.

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Transforming a Former Café into a Character Property

Posted 30th Sep 2023

Grant Remington transformed a forgotten café in Cumbria into an exceptional family home with stunning countryside views.

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Statement Oak Beams at the Heart of Historic Home

Posted 9th Aug 2023

When Property developer Mark Howard was offered the unique opportunity to rebuild part of a historic home in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, Oakmasters was able to provide him with two solid oak king trusses to create a breath-taking vaulted ceiling that houses the bespoke, hand-made kitchen.

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A Spectacular Centrepiece for Scottish Self-Build

Posted 29th Jul 2023

Oakmasters has provided a showpiece structural oak frame that provides a dramatic vaulted ceiling for the open-plan living room.

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Beautiful Barn Renovation in Piddle Valley

Posted 27th Jun 2023

In the heart of the stunning Piddle Valley, Huw Jones has transformed a dilapidated barn into a stunning family home. Oakmasters has worked with Huw for over two years, providing a bespoke roof, mezzanine floor, and statement entranceway for this enchanting period property.

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An Elegant Entranceway for a Cheshire Property

Posted 3rd May 2023

Despite hundreds of miles between this Cheshire home and the Oakmasters West Sussex workshop, the team worked hand-in-hand with a logistics firm and local tradespeople to create this elegant entranceway.

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