The Moraine- house of wood is an unplugged workshop for fine woodworking, focusing on bringing endangered Knowledge and wisdom by true masters from around the world

Forming a global network of woodworks and artisans our focus is passing on the secrets of the trade, the quality and joy of working with our own hands, relating to the human body and the rhythm of the heart.


Join the process! Construction project

Inspired by Takami Kawai, from Suikoushya school for Japanese traditional carpentry.

The Moraine- House of Wood wants to invite Semi-Experienced/Experienced woodworkers to take part in the construction of the wood workshop and become a Co-builder and a member of our guild.

We will build the entire workshop based on traditional timber frame methods used in Japan and Europe. As a Co-builder you can learn about all the necessary steps required to build a standalone structure. The process will be divided in 15 steps over a period of 9 months. The entire process will be guided by professional woodworkers.

  1. Surveying the Land and Site

  2. Drawing and Marking Preparation

  3. Estimating and Planning for Building Material

  4. Making Sawhorse

  5. Building Material Preparation　

  6. Marking

  7. Joinery Making

  8. Temporary Assembly

  9. Assembly work　

  10. Making the Roof　

  11. Making Walls

  12. Making Floor

  13. Making Opening Partitions　

  14. Making Building Components

  15. Building School Equipment

Works by Emi Shinmura and Ruben Peral

Join our fundraiser campaign with a contribution and become an honored member of our guild!