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KieranTimberlake is an architecture and design firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They partner with Bensonwood and Plant Prefab to build sustainable prefab homes. All of their home designs can be fully customized. Buyers start with one of 5 pre-designed base plans, select the size, roof profile, finishes, and exterior. KieranTimberlake’s 5 pre-designed homes range in height, size, and layout, with unique roof and window configurations that allow buyers to create unique homes with daylight spaces and loft-like elements. In the design process, KieranTimberlake also considers the site’s solar orientation, natural lighting, and breeze to create a custom plan for each project. While buyers can customize their homes, exteriors often feature natural weathering wood facades, with patterns that cast shadows and reflections to create a unique modern design. Tall ceilings, glass doors, skylights, terraces, and clerestory windows create even more light and airy spaces to give the home an open, modern feel. Unique layouts with origami-style roofs, alcoves, and even L-shaped homes are also common.

Alternatively, buyers can work with KieranTimberlake to create a fully-custom home design. KieranTimberlake will then work closely with buyers to turn their original vision into a building plan for 20% of construction costs however, custom homes can be more expensive, even double the cost of a pre-designed home at the same size.

While KieranTimberlake works with buyers to design their homes as an architecture firm, they are not involved in any of the manufacturing or construction of the home. Depending on the design, prefab homes are usually manufactured in either Bensonwood’s or Plant Prefab’s factory. Finished modules are then shipped to the build site where a third-party contractor lifts and fits the modules into place. The contractor completes the exterior with wall panels containing insulation, windows, and the rest of the interior finish as any remaining site work is finished. Usually, homes can be assembled in less than 6 weeks.

Strengths:

  • 37+ years of experience designing residential and commercial spaces

  • Specialize in sustainable modern designs tailored to the buyer’s vision and location

  • Offer unique modern features like origami roofs, L-shaped floor plans, and alcove offices

Reasons they might not be for you:

  • You want to work with a company that handles all phases of the build themselves, including manufacturing and site work

  • You are looking for a company that specializes in more traditional designs

Keep reading to view KieranTimberlake reviews and ratings, KieranTimberlake pricing and cost info as well as photos, and other company facts.

Company KieranTimberlake
Year Founded 1984
Website https://kierantimberlake.com/
# of Models 5+
Areas Served United States
Homes Built 31+
Headquarters Philadelphia, PA
Pricing $347 - $1000+ per sqft
Pricing Structure Pre-designed modular homes cost $400 to $600+ per square foot while custom homes can cost up to $1,000 per square foot. The design fee is 20% of construction costs.
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Creates Custom Plans Yes
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