Forx Builders Association
Who We Are
The Forx Builders Association is a non-profit organization comprised of professional Builders, Tradespeople and Associated members representing the building industry. Its purpose is to promote, support and advocate for the building industry and its members.
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Why become a member of Forx Builders?
There are many benefits to becoming a Member of the Forx Builders Association. We advocate on your behalf, there are networking opportunities, and member deals.
About Us
The Forx Builders Association represents the diversity of the building industry. The FBA consists of building specialists from every segment of the construction field and associated industries. Members include builders, re-modelers, tradesmen and tradeswomen, developers, suppliers, manufacturers, architects, engineers, real estate brokers, mortgage companies and many other professionals with a vested interest in the future of the building industry. The Association organizes a series of events every year which allow our members to meet face-to-face and build working relationships in a fun, casual atmosphere.
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Upcoming Events
NAHB Now
- Volatile Spring Selling Season Continues May 23, 2025
- NAHB Members Cite Impact of Tariff Uncertainty on Home Building May 22, 2025
- House Approves Tax Bill with Key Housing and Business Provisions May 22, 2025
- Income Growth Helps Mute Existing Affordability Constraints May 22, 2025
- Flat Growth for Single-Family Built-for-Rent May 21, 2025
- New Resources on the Safe Use of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP) May 21, 2025
- Podcast: One Big, Beautiful Podcast – NAHB Talks Tax Bill May 20, 2025
- Why You Should Apply to Be the Next National Associate Chair May 20, 2025
- NAHB Weighs In on Whether an Association Can Sue on Behalf of Its Members May 19, 2025
- Trade Negotiations Add Certainty to the Outlook May 19, 2025
Jacob & Aubrey
Timber & Ash Designs
Hi, I'm Jacob Barney, founder and builder behind Timber & Ash Designs. I was born and raised in Michigan, ND, and today my wife, Aubrey, and I are raising our three boys—Camden (8), Lincoln (6), and Declan (2)—just south of Grand Forks.
My passion for building started early, working alongside my dad, a small-town contractor who taught me how to do just about everything—from framing and remodeling to concrete and landscaping. That hands-on, problem-solving spirit stuck with me.
In 2014, after Aubrey and I bought our first home, we needed a few pieces for the house—so I built them. From that first project in our single-stall garage on Campbell Drive, things took off. Word of mouth spread, and what started as small custom pieces has grown into a full-time business building everything from end tables to 25-foot conference tables.
What’s helped our business grow is a simple idea: custom doesn’t have to mean expensive. More and more people are looking for high-quality, lasting pieces that reflect their style—and we’re proud to deliver just that.
As members of the Forx Builders Association, we’ve had great opportunities to connect with others in the building community and share what we do. We’ve also been regular participants in the Home Show, which has been an incredible way to meet new clients and showcase our work. We’re excited to keep building—both furniture and relationships—for years to come.