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From Knysna to Island Resorts: The Story Behind T&B Group

Beginning with log homes in Knysna in 1985, T&B Group grew to build homes and resorts in remote locations around the world. Explore the people, practical experience and evolving building systems behind that journey.

Building with timber: exposed wall framing and roof beams of a home under construction

Why Build with Timber? Benefits and Practical Advice

From flexible designs to practical possibilities for difficult sites, timber offers plenty to consider when planning a home. Explore its benefits and what to think about before you build.
Compact timber tiny home with a front deck in a wooded landscape.

The Tiny House Movement: Why Live Smaller?

Living smaller means thinking carefully about the space you need and how you use it. Explore the appeal of tiny homes, from simpler upkeep to thoughtful design, and the practical considerations before making the move.

Timber Home Kits: What’s Included and What Isn’t?

What does a timber home kit actually include? Take a closer look at the building components, site preparation and additional work to account for when planning your home and budget.
Timber home with a covered veranda and raised deck on a gently sloping, wooded site.

Is It Cheaper to Build a Timber Home Than a Brick House?

How do timber home costs compare with brick construction? Explore how your site, design, foundations and finishes affect the budget, and what to consider when comparing building quotes.
Aerial view of overwater villas connected by a curved walkway over a turquoise lagoon

From Knysna to Island Resorts: The Story Behind T&B Group

Beginning with log homes in Knysna in 1985, T&B Group grew to build homes and resorts in remote locations around the world. Explore the people, practical experience and evolving building systems behind that journey.
T&B Group timber log home with a covered veranda, exposed roof beams and raised deck.

The full process of building a St Helena Island House

From an empty hillside plot to a furnished home in 16 weeks. Follow the St Helena Island house build week by week, including shipping materials, constructing the timber structure and adding the final finishes.
Nyungwe Lodge timber suites beside a tea plantation and indigenous forest in Rwanda. Use this as the article’s featured image.

Building Nyungwe Lodge: From Knysna to Rwanda’s Forest Edge

A factory-built sample suite, 20 shipping containers and a journey of nearly 7,000 kilometres. Follow the construction story behind Nyungwe Lodge, set between a tea plantation and Rwanda’s indigenous forest.
Aerial view of Aga Reef Resort in Samoa, showing waterfront timber villas, an island footbridge and a forested hillside.

Timber, Tides and Teamwork: Building Aga Reef Resort

Factory-prepared timber, 18 shipping containers and a Samoan construction team. Discover the planning and collaboration behind Aga Reef Resort’s waterfront buildings.
resort in maldives with light blue clear water

Building a Resort: From Design to Construction

Building a resort takes careful planning, especially in remote locations. Explore the process from design and timber kit preparation to transporting materials and bringing the buildings together on site.