This one week course is an introduction to the unique challenges of renovating or adding on to an existing house. Participants will learn the skills and techniques to plan and take on their own home renovation projects , including structural assessment of wood framed buildings , design strategies to blend or contrast with traditional styles , finding and incorporating appropriate materials , Learning about the General contracting and permitting process.

Workshops will include selective demolition, reframing walls , floors and roofs, cutting and installing wood trim mouldings and patching in basic interior and exterior finishes.

Students are encouraged to bring their specific interests and projects to the class. Field trips to nearby suppliers , lumber yards , salvage shops and local renovation will supplement guest lectures and hands on practice.

The course will also undertake an actual renovation project in a residential home.

Learn the finer elements of carpentry finish trim work in this practical 3 day workshop. Trimwork is often seen as the most difficult element in the renovation field; something a novice should not undertake. This workshop will demystify the art of trimwork and show you the systematic steps to achieve beautiful finish trim to doors , windows, crown moldings and baseboards.

Installation of windows and front door , Framing out of two new windows to new kitchen and installation , Framing to new bedroom and Installation of Cedar shakes to exterior wall.

This one week course is an introduction to the unique challenges of renovating or adding on to an existing house. Participants will learn the skills and techniques to plan and take on their own home renovation projects , including structural assessment of wood framed buildings , design strategies to blend or contrast with traditional styles , finding and incorporating appropriate materials , Learning about the General contracting and permitting process.

Workshops will include selective demolition, reframing walls , floors and roofs, cutting and installing wood trim mouldings and patching in basic interior and exterior finishes.

Students are encouraged to bring their specific interests and projects to the class. Field trips to nearby suppliers , lumber yards , salvage shops and local renovation will supplement guest lectures and hands on practice.

The course will also undertake an actual renovation project in a residential home.

Residing barn , Building new sets of barn doors , Rebuilding window frames and installing, Rebuilding interior load building wall and Replacing some of Timberframe structure.

This course is an introduction to design and construction specifically for people planning to renovate or add on to an existing house. Students will learn how to plan and undertake home renovation projects such as kitchen/ bath remodels, attic/garage/basement conversions or building an addition.

Topics will include assessing the structure and functionality of your present home, blending or contrasting with traditional styles, selecting materials ,upgrading HVAC systems and insulation, demolition, trimwork,detailing and interior/ exterior repair techniques. Studio time will be devoted to designing and making drawings and models for your home makeover (students should bring measured drawings and photos).

On the construction site, participants will learn practical hands on building skills by working on a local renovation project. Field trips to nearby material suppliers, salvage yards and local renovation projects plus lectures and slideshows will supplement studio and Jobsite work . All levels.

Instructors: Mickel Zuidhoek and Paul Hanke