Respect for the forest comes before the first cut. We work with sustainably harvested Western Red Cedar from the Pacific Northwest Coast and Vancouver Island and follow a zero-waste philosophy throughout the yard.
Western Red Cedar is not simply a building material. Its strength, warmth, grain, scent and natural variation become part of the architecture.
Western Red Cedar ranges from warm amber to deep cinnamon and brown. Grain, taper, knots, checks and flared ends give every structure an identity of its own. No two homes can ever be exactly alike.
Western Red Cedar’s straight, uniform grain and dimensional stability make it a remarkable choice for large handcrafted logs. Every timber still moves and changes naturally, which is why experienced design, scribing and settling details matter.
Naturally occurring oils within Western Red Cedar help resist decay and wood-boring insects. Combined with correct detailing, moisture management and maintenance, that natural durability makes cedar exceptionally well suited to lasting timber structures.
Wood is a natural insulator, while massive cedar logs provide thermal mass that helps moderate indoor temperatures. Peter Arnold log homes can be 25–30% more energy efficient than conventional frame construction and have been built for climates ranging from alpine snow to desert heat and tropical humidity.
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Whether the site is a remote Canadian lake, an alpine property in Europe, a dry southwestern landscape or a tropical island, the same principle applies: build it carefully in Williams Lake, plan every step of the journey and make sure the craft arrives intact. Contact us to start building your future home!