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Vernacular Habitation of Dalarna
Posted April 1, 2025
Like a dialect, houses in rural Sweden bear distinct differences that reflect the way of life in that village. Resident Artisan Ty Sheaffer shares about traditional homes in Dalarna and the stories told by their construction.
Building a Skjelter
Posted July 2, 2019
North House is bustling with the excitement of summer. Campus has been packed with classes and…
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Utilizing the Natural Forms of Wood
Posted December 6, 2018
Why do so many people feel attracted to wooden objects? There seems to be a universal appeal to the…
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New Timber Frames in the Grand Marais Rec Park!
Posted October 26, 2018
There is a great hiking trail at the far western edge of the Grand Marais Recreation Area that winds…
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German Timber Framing
Posted September 15, 2018
Mike Loeffler shares specifics of German-style timer framing
Log to Timber
Posted June 21, 2018
In May I had the opportunity to assist with a course titled Log to Timber taught by Gerald David and…
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A Modern Day Old-Fashioned Log Cabin
Posted October 25, 2015
At North House, I frequently have the experience of being inspired. I strike up a conversation with…
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