Timber-Stone

Professional insights into Norwegian architecture, craft, and history.

  • High-tech first aid for our oldest buildings

    Røldal stavkirke

    Modern technology rescues historic landmarks. Discover how digital twins and high-tech tools preserve our oldest wooden structures and stavkirker.

    Written by Dave June 25

  • Historical Norwegian buildings that still impress

    Norsk stavkyrkje

    After writing about how we build differently here at home than in the rest of the world, I thought it would be perfect to delve a little deeper into history. Because what really reflects Norwegian building traditions are our old structures. They’ve stood strong through the ages, weathering the elements for centuries—some almost a thousand years.

    Written by Dave May 09

  • Working with restoration in Bergen

    Laftekunst

    When people hear that I’m a carpenter, they often picture new construction, scaffolding, and concrete. For me, though, it’s mostly about the opposite: taking care of what’s already there -and has been there for hundreds of years.

    Written by Dave May 07

  • Differences in building style and methods between Norway and the rest of the world

    Stabbur

    From building timber frames for cabins in Øygarden to renovating old wooden houses in Sandviken, I’ve seen it all. However, whenever I speak with colleagues from other countries or see projects from abroad, I’m struck by just how differently we think when it comes to construction.

    Written by Dave April 27