timber framed extensions - tell me all i need to know

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Has anyone extended using a timber frame? We extended our current home 3 years ago using bricks. Our architect tried very hard to get us to use a timber frame to save money, but from the limited research I did at the time it seemed that any money I saved by using a timber frame would be lost in appointing a builder as most UK builders still stick with bricks and therefore I was limited in getting quite, which meant that they were less competitive than the brick building.We are about to move agin and may need to do another extension. Having done it once I think I'm a bit older and wiser.
Do you notice any difference once you are inside? Is it noisier/warmer/colder? Can you hang pictures on the walls? Does it impact insurance?I kind of imagine it blowing away in a storm (I know I'm being ridiculous). Anyone wish they hadn't done it? Thanks in advance.

I'm guessing you are in England. In Scotland, timber frame has been the norm for many years and has been used for at least 50years in the UK and longer in US, Canada and Scandinavia.
The technology is tried and tested and allows more insulation in a thinner wall construction - that combined with a faster and drier erection process are the main advantages.
We have strong winds in Scotland - they wont blow away (if designed and built correctly). an outer leaf of masonry is often applied around timber frames but isn't mandatory.
Whether it is hotter or colder (more or less energy efficient) isnt driven by the construction method but by the amount insulation (and the detailing of that insulation). If your extension is space limited then choosing timber frame could save you valuable space inside the room

The difficulty some of my clients in England have had is that the contractors there are less familiar (in general) and are tied to traditional masonry construction - hence it can be more expensive than it should be. I think this is changing but there may still be a 'unfamiliarity' premium applied by many contractors.
If you go timber frame, make sure your designer is familiar with timber frame and also your contractor - ask to see previous projects and references from both. Timber has pros and cons like everything else - Don't see timber frame itself as a panacea - whichever construction you choose make sure it is well designed and built by someone familiar with the technology.
And... invest in as much insulation as you can
good luck

Thank you!