In this 5-day class, students learn the fundamentals of stick framing, the process by which most modern houses are constructed. In this course we frame a tiny house, but the techniques learned can be applied to any structure.

Sheathing creates a continuous barrier around your house, keeping weather and wind out, AND it reinforces the structure by creating lateral stability. Learn the theory of drying-in a house, and get hands on practice on the 2024 tiny house project.

After a house is sheathed, finish carpenters cover rough materials with finish surfaces, and then cover the transitions with trim. Learn professional tricks for how to make your exterior window and corner board trim long lasting and good looking.

Interior trim is where the dividing line between carpenters and woodworkers becomes grey. If you’re a rough carpenter looking for more refinement, or a fussy woodworker eager to work on bigger projects, this class is for you.

Siding is a house's first line of defense against water. This 3-day course covers how to prevent water infiltration and promote drying in your siding system.  We’ll look at what factors influence siding choices, including performance, cost, and aesthetics.

Winter is Coming! Will you stay warm? In this class, we will learn the theory and practice of insulation and energy efficiency while insulating the 2024 tiny house.  We will discuss the pros and cons of insulation types, as well as air and vapor barriers, and air quality control.

The first line of defense against water infiltration into your house is your roof.  As a homeowner, you have many choices of roofing materials, and in this class we discuss how to evaluate your options while practicing hands-on skills.

Do you want to renovate your kitchen? Building cabinets requires some specialized equipment, but if you are willing to put in time and effort, you can build a kitchen to your exact specifications. In this class we build cabinet and drawer boxes for the tiny house kitchen.

Once cabinet carcasses are built, the aesthetic of your kitchen is determined by your doors and drawer fronts. In this class we learn to build frame and panel doors and solid drawer front which can be used in cabinetry and furniture alike.