Felling Trees for Beams
Cutting down trees to harvest timber and shape it into roof beams.
In traditional architecture, the beam is the key structural member bearing the weight of the roof, so both its selection and crafting are considered major undertakings. When felling trees, besides considering the wood's quality and dimensions, tradition also emphasizes the timing of the cut, believing that an auspicious day can make the wood strong and durable and bless the future home with stability. Once shaped into a roof beam, the timber becomes the 'backbone' of the entire house's structure, symbolizing the family's pillar.