The members of our team have had the privilege to work on an impressive range of projects over the years.
This is a collection of some of their favorite log building projects.
Log Work + Building Conservation
We provide museum quality, historically accurate restorations and sensitive replications of early log buildings.
FORT MASSAC - MASSAC COUNTY , IL
French Colonial Fort, c. 1757 (1802, 2002) Replica river fortress: buildings and barrier fencing. 2 barracks, 3 block houses, officer quarters, stockade, fraise fence.
COLDWATER CABIN - CLEARWATER , MO
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Know what you have… and what you are getting into: The first step for many buildings is an assessment with documentation.
BAGGS LOG HOUSE - MARSHALL, IL
1853 log house was built by the Baggs family in Illinois. It was rebuilt in Marshall, IL in 2001 by Stone Builders and Clark County Historical Society (CCHS) members.
New exterior cladding to preserve historic fabric. Log walls are still able to be viewed and appreciated from the interior.
Using appropriately sourced logs is imperative. We often use regionally sourced white oak and other hard-woods. Replacement logs are milled and then sized by hewing or finishing to match existing or period/place appropriate finishes.
HORN CABIN - LATHAM , IL
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Testimonials
BOB MAXWELL, Baggs Log House, Clark County Historical Society, Illinois
“It was a pleasure to work and visit with each person involved with this renovation project. Every person that I met was knowledgeable, skilled and capable. They provided me with insight as to what we could do to improve the renovation. I saw first hand their professional nature in their actions to complete the project under less than perfect conditions. Everyone involved from Firmitas did a great job. To me it was worth more then the cost. In renovating the cabin we have all made sure that the Baggs cabin will continue to be an example of what yesterday looked like, tangible and real. Not just a picture found on the Internet. I would be happy to comment further upon request.”
ANNIE RIEKEN, Architectural Historian & Preservationist Monroe County, IL
“Over the course of 14 years I have contracted, referred, observed and participated with Rick Collins in projects large and small - as diverse as the Ft. Massac restoration to the Hinkey Bunk homestead. Rick and company demonstrate consistent commitment and resource to the client, combining and inimitable formula of wood engineering art and timely delivery. They continue to exceed my expectations. For further recommendations due not hesitate to contact me.”