Resources
Timber Framers Guild
A full resource base for people and professionals interested in timber frame around the world.
Ontario Straw Bale Building Coalition
Resource for people and professionals interested in straw bale construction.
The ecological building network site
Started by Bruce King a Californian engineer. Lots of strawbale testing and literature.
Heritage Carpentry and Millwork
The Heritage Institute at Algonquin College in Perth. A 2 year college program for people interested in heritage trades (woodworking and stone masonry).
The Last Straw Journal
A quarterly strawbale publication.
The Wood-Source
A good source for salvaged barn timber and lumber of all kinds.
Masonry Heater Association
A good resource for an efficient heat source.
The Healthiest Home
A store in Ottawa for all your healthier home choices.
Wintergreen
Designers/Architects
Geoff Hodgins
[e-mail]
Perth, Ont. Heritage inspired, energy efficient design.
Michael Neelin
Ottawa/Gatineau. Timber frame, log, and straw bale building design
Vert Design
Trades
Camel's Back Construction
Strawbale builders and plasterers working out of the Peterborough area.
Bill Fisher Electric
[e-mail]
Perth, Ont. Licensed electrician, specializing in alternative energy solutions.