Geoff Smith was over for dinner talking trash about a Hinoki Cypress.  They are "whimsical" and don't blend to the natural landscape. 

What can I do with them.

They're trash

Or really expensive firewood?

Or something to carve.

I have been fascinated with the building process since my 7th grade drafting and shop classes. After receiving a general studies degree in 1997, I moved to San Diego to pursue an English degree, instead becoming a production framer of custom homes. After 3 years and dozens of buildings up and down the west coast, I apprenticed for six months in a custom furniture shop where I learned a contemporary aesthetic and evolved my woodworking skills.

In the fall of 2001, I followed an opportunity to move to Finland where I was immersed in the architectural design and construction techniques that have made Finland famous.

In 2002 I made my way to Nantucket, MA to continue my building practice. It was here I refined my skills within the heritage of island living, working for numerous builders on a range of homes from historic rose covered cottages to elegant custom homes.

With a production methodology and attention to detail, I began project managing in 2005. Recognizing a client need for value and quality I began training in estimation, receiving honors for an ‘Estimation in Construction’ course. I have worked with numerous software programs. Presently I am working on a marketing plan for a Construction Management software, The iBoss.

I Received my Massachusetts Contractor License in Spring of 2007.

I trained at the Journal of Light Construction’s ‘JLC Live’ show at the Providence Convention Center, taking day long seminars in both Project Management and Estimation. JLC is the leader in construction training and education.

I joined the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) in 2008. Celebrating its 25th year, NARI is dedicated to providing continuing education to building professionals and servicing the remodeling community. I am enrolled in the NARI Green Education program slated for winter, ’08.