Finland Cottage


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This is a 3-Bent Queen Post Cottage with 2 shed dormers.  It's on Wilson Lake, which is near Finland, Minnesota.  It measures 24'x28'.  The wood is eastern white pine, with oak pegs and splines.  The architect is Dale Mulfinger, of SALA architects Click here to see the floor plan

 

Anne and I have been enjoying our completed cabin for just over 1 year now. We really love the beauty of timber frame construction and that was why we chose it for our cabin. We feel fortunate that we were able to get connected with you and your team to do the job for us. We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who is considering building a timber frame structure.

Anne and I were impressed with how the project was handled. You were very easy to work with and helped us a great deal with revisions and ideas to make the project come within our budget. You delivered within the schedule you laid out and as the owner of a business, I know the value of keeping your promises. Anne and I were present for the “raising” and we really enjoyed watching you guys make it come together. You worked very well with our contractor and quickly earned his respect for your trade.

We have seen some other timber frames since the one you built for us. We immediately saw a big difference in the craftsmanship and styling that you put into your work. The wood has not just been “cut”, it has been shaped and styled which has resulted in a very cozy and warm interior especially when we have a fire in the fireplace at night. Sometimes we just sit there and marvel at the “joinery” and try to figure out how you did it!

Jeff and Anne