Contentment rooted in mastery, autonomy, and purpose.
There's something profound about creating shelter—one of humanity's most fundamental needs.
“Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body”
Getting My Kicks From Mountain Biking and the Work
I find deep meaning and purpose in my daily work and prefer to remain focused rather than distracted by information overload or trends driven by popularity metrics. I maintain an analog-first approach as part of my commitment to staying grounded and present in my professional practice.
My core objectives are to sustain and enhance productivity throughout each workday, continuously expand my technical skill sets and methodologies, pursue ongoing professional development, and maintain genuine satisfaction in my work. Equally important are ensuring a safe and healthy work environment and consistently meeting inspection standards on the first attempt.
The work can be difficult at times but Simple.
Build for Living and Live to Build
Some work done by myself or with apprentice. (Tap on image for brief description)
2025 Ready for framing, but first I need to grout under the mud sill with high compression strength mortar to compensate for 1” out of level foundatin.
2025 Beginning of another living space. I offered to Contractor to rough in waste and venting before laying subfloor.
So, I did that too.
2025 Garage framing after laying all of my floor joist and girders.
I like to embed my metal strapping into the framing
Interior sheer wall, that will support a 6x18x30 glulam Installed with 2 helpers, one on each end as I tele-forked it in place.
Decades of Experience
I see problems before they happen and know how to prevent
hammerandnail707@gmail.com
I don’t like Spam or canned meats, other than Kippers, Anchovies, Sardines or Skipjack,
