Telluride Barn Raising: Timber Framing a Monitor Barn

The Monitor Barn is an icon of the American West. And to build one in Telluride, Colorado couldn’t be more fitting. We sent 3 of our crew to work with a local crew and raise the timber frame for this 44' x 54' Riverton Monitor Barn in just one week. Every timber connection is made and every oak peg is hammered in place as the timber frame rises before the backdrop of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Seeing the finished timber frame against the ragged peaks is a marvel in itself of engineering and precision-crafted details, although soon a sight to behold only on the interior, as the local crew will next complete roofing, siding, doors, windows, and other finishes. Inside though, the timber frame will remain visible, proudly supporting this barn for generations—on display and always telling the same timeless story.