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At Confederation, we have lots of options when it comes to who is going to build your log or timber frame home. Owner Builder or Owner’s Builder: Whether you know somebody who can build or you want to build it yourself, we can accommodate. We offer a training course for...
2014 marks our 35th year in business. And there’s plenty of reason to celebrate. We’ve come a long way from our first sales trailer, when owner Rick Kinsman started out as draftsman and sons Andy and Rich were infants with no thoughts of someday joining the family business. Today, our...
Ever wondered what the best bang for the buck is when considering R Value? Well, this may help… Our designs usually consist of plans with lots of windows to enjoy the view of the lake, mountains, rolling hills, or overall picturesque side of the property. However, people usually are more...
Company owner Rick Kinsman met Mike Holmes over the weekend at the Montreal Home Show. Mike mentioned that he knows of Confederation and his comments were “you guys have good homes. You guys know how to do it and do it right.” I think Mike made the person talking the...
We are live from the International Builders Show in Las Vegas! This is North Americas largest building show and features everything from new and innovative energy saving products, to celebrity and industry processional speakers. If you are serious about building and want more information on the opportunities available to work...
After a beautiful sunny day of boating on the water, wouldn’t it be nice to dock and spend the evening in a Confederation? Check out our recent article in Power Boating Magazine’s new Lifestyle section (page 55-59)…This is LIVING!
The unofficial start to the year at Confederation is always at the Toronto International Boat Show. Come see an actual log home erected at the show as well as countless designs, pictures, and ideas. Bring your plans and get all your questions answered as we will have friendly and knowledgeable...
Rich, Rick, Andy Matt and the ENTIRE Team at 1867 Confederation Log and Timberframe Serge and I would like to take this opportunity to THANK YOU for being such a well organized company. Meeting Rich at the Boat Show a year ago was a turning point in our lives. We...
Kingston and Eastern Ontario dealer/builder Andrew Kingstone is busy again. With two custom log homes currently under construction, the last couple of months have been very eventful! “It is very rewarding to assist our customers with the design, building, maintenance of their dream home. Log homes are my passion, and...
Since we are going into our 35th year in business we thought we would go back in time…to Medieval Times! Food were served by wenches and eaten with our hands, while we enjoyed the Green Knight make a run for victory in the Kings Court. Check out our Facebook page...
Check out our feature in the Toronto Sun Or read the full article here: For those looking for an alternative to the hustle and bustle of the big city, the warmth and natural beauty of a log home may be an ideal solution. There’s a special charm to a log...
Stop by the Construct Canada show in Toronto and see our Director of Development Mark Dunn with all your building questions. This show focuses on new innovations, energy efficiency, and tons of building options. Plus, we are unveiling a new product to our Confederation line….This is LIVING!
Saturday November 30th marked the last of our 2013 Educational Seminars and that meant it was donation time again. The proceeds from our Educational Seminars we donated the Bobcaygeon Food Bank in the amount of $1500. Confederation President Rick Kinsman was the presenter of cheque. “We believe in supporting our...