Most clients think that framing is a rough stage of construction, that all the small details will come together several more months down the line when the painters, cabinet makers and trim carpenters show up. But the truth is, many of the details that look incredible at the end start with a lot of planning and forethought while the framers are nailing studs together and flying trusses.

Installing 1" EPS foam over a 10mm vapor barrier. Building better homes starts with the foundation. Living in a place like Star Valley,...