Visit the Broadaxe Show Home
Experience high-performance timber frame construction at full scale
Our permanent show home at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon gives you the opportunity to step inside a Broadaxe Timber Frame home and explore our building system for yourself.
Created in collaboration with Arbor Architects, the house demonstrates how thoughtful design, sustainable materials and precision timber engineering can come together to create a beautiful, comfortable and highly energy-efficient home.
See how our timber frame system works
A self-build is a significant investment, and we believe it is important to understand exactly what you are building with.
The show home allows you to see beyond the finished surfaces and explore the materials and construction methods that contribute to the performance of a Broadaxe home.
During your visit, you can discover:
Our passive-standard twin-wall Larsen Truss system
High levels of Warmcel recycled cellulose insulation
Airtight Smartply Pro Passive internal boarding
Breathable external sheathing and membranes
Metal-web floor and roof joists
High-performance windows and doors
The craftsmanship and detailing behind our bespoke timber frame packages
More than a display house
The Broadaxe show home has been designed to help you imagine what living in a high-performance timber frame home could really be like.
You can experience the proportions and character of the rooms, examine key construction details and gain a clearer understanding of how the building fabric helps create a warm, healthy and energy-efficient home.
Whether you already have planning drawings, are considering different build systems or are simply beginning your self-build journey, the show home is an ideal place to explore what is possible.
Plan your visit
The Broadaxe show home is located at:
National Self Build & Renovation Centre
Lydiard Fields
Great Western Way
Swindon
SN5 8UB
The centre is open from Tuesday to Sunday, and admission is free when booked in advance.
Talk to us about your project
If you are working on a self-build project and would like to discuss your plans with the Broadaxe team, please get in touch before or after your visit.
We offer tailored timber frame packages to suit individual projects, from the manufacture and erection of the structural frame through to more comprehensive package options.