Timber framed projects can be simple or complex, as desired or needed, depending on factors such as taste, and site access, etc. With the involvement of a professional, there is a compliment of a client's vision for their project, and the ability to draw on the professional's expertise. The design applications of the French Scribe system are virtually limitless and allow the use of regular or irregular beams, which can be an advantage over computer generated design. This system is unlike computer aided design, which, while accurate, does not take into account the form and natural imperfections of each beam, which can cause carpentry difficulties when translating the information to the reality of working with the timbers. Proof is found in the monuments still existing in Europe today which were build centuries ago.
Timber frames allow for less replacement construction, thus allowing for forest re-growth over time.
Less replacement construction also requires less landfill use. The French Scribe System makes use of new or recycled timbers, and regular or irregular beams. This means less loss of raw materials during construction - a benefit to our forests. Where there is a desire to achieve a weathered, aged esthetic from recycled timbers, the French Scribe method of timber framing offers pleasing results by retaining the rustic qualities of wood. The beams can be recycled and used in new construction intact, without disturbing the weathered finish which has been authentically created through time.