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.

Course Tuition: $1125
Sliding scale: $725-1575

Material Fees:
None

Are you ready to tackle framing your own shed but are intimidated by the roof? Fear no more - this class is for you. From rise over run to plumb and level cuts, we’ll explain it all while framing the roof for our tiny house project.

Course Tuition: $540
Sliding scale: $350-760

Material Fees:
None

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 this year's tiny house project.

Course Tuition: $675
Sliding scale: $435-945

Material Fees:
None

Windows are an essential part of any structure. They let in natural light, provide ambiance, and make a space feel more open. In this 3-day class, you will learn proper installation techniques while installing windows for our tiny house project.

Course Tuition: $675
Sliding scale: $435-945

Material Fees:
None

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.

Course Tuition: $1125
Sliding scale: $725-1575

Material Fees:
None

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.

Course Tuition: $675
Sliding scale: $435-945

Material Fees:
None

Interior trim is where the dividing line between carpenters and woodworkers gets fuzzy. 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.

Course Tuition: $1125
Sliding scale: $725-1575

Material Fees:
None

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.

Course Tuition: $1125
Sliding scale: $725-1575

Material Fees:
None

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

Course Tuition: $675
Sliding scale: $435-945

Material Fees:
None