How we can help.

Whether you’re dreaming of hosting a timber framing course, need help planning a project, or simply want expert advice on materials and tools, we’ve got you covered.

At Against The Grain, we work with individuals, communities, and organizations to bring their visions to life — while empowering everyone involved to learn, connect, and grow.

Custom Workshops

Host a timber framing course tailored to your community, team, or organization’s needs.

Example: you have an idea and need help getting to the next step or you want to discuss your ideas with an experienced timber framer.

Design Consultation

Example: you have a project in mind and need help in drawing the plans or making design decisions.

Timbers and Tools

Example: you want to source timber locally but don’t know which trees to cut or you need help choosing the right tools for your project.

Our Team

Jenna Pollard 🌈

Founder & Timber Framer

Helen Prüfer 🌈

Founder & Timber Framer

Grillo

Workshop supervisor

Raising Day

Avon Hills Folk School

“This is what community looks like”
– Chris, Avon Hills Folk School”