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Intensive and informative, all week long courses begin with an introduction the first evening, and include six days of hands on building with the workshop theory woven in.

The days are full, running from 8am to 5pm, with a break for lunch. Typically, two evening sessions with speakers, are offered.

In most cases, students are responsible for their own accommodations and meals. During the span of the workshop we try to arrange one evening when instructors and students can dine out, relax and socialize together. Individuals are responsible for their portion of the restaurant expenses for that evening.

Each workshop ends with a celebratory lunch at the project site.

Students are required to bring their own tool belts and hand tools. Phoenix Hill Renovations provides the necessary power tools, but students may also bring their own.

2007 Workshop Schedule


Dates: January 21-26, 2007
Location: Yestermorrow School
Type: Week-long Renovation Course
Skills Covered:

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.

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: see Yestermorrow website www.Yestermorrow.org
Workshop Fee: $725.
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Dates: March 9-11, 2007
Location: Yestermorrow School
Type: Trim and Finish CarpentryCourse
Skills Covered:

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.

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: see Yestermorrow website www.Yestermorrow.org
Workshop Fee: $375.
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Dates: April 6-10, 2007
Location: Manchester, VT
Type: Barn Renovation
Skills Covered: Lifting exterior wall, Installing temporary walls, Installation of new beams, Replacing defective framing , Installation of windows and Insulation of ceiling and sheetrocking of ceiling and finally demolition of upstairs floor.
Max Enrollment: 10 students (minimum 5 students)
Accommodation: Vermont Lodging and Tourism Web Site
Accomodation: Address will be given upon confirmation of registration.
Workshop Fee: $500
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Dates: July 13-17
Location: Pawlet VT
Type: Post and beam / Platform framed renovation
Skills Covered:

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.

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: Vermont Lodging and Tourism Web Site
Workshop Fee: $500.00
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Dates: July 22-27, 2007
Location: Yestermorrow School
Type: Week-long Renovation Course
Skills Covered:

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.

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: see Yestermorrow website www.Yestermorrow.org
Workshop Fee: $725.
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Dates: August 3-7, 2007
Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
Type: Barn Renovation
Skills Covered:

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

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: Saratoga website
Workshop Fee: $500.00
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Dates: September 9-21, 2007
Location: Yestermorrow School
Type: Renovation Design/Build
Skills Covered:

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

Max Enrollment: 10 students
Accomodation: see Yestermorrow website www.Yestermorrow.org
Workshop Fee: $1680. plus $40 materials fee.
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