FAQ

“Homestead for Generations” is a team of carpenters and restoration specialists who work on homestead restoration, restoration of historic structures, and landscaping, preserving traditional architecture while creating a sustainable living environment.

Restoration uses natural, breathable materials — linseed oil, tar, lime and silicate paints, as well as winter-felled timber, wood-fibre boards, clay brick, stone, and black or stainless steel fastenings, among others.

Landscaping is carried out taking natural elements, cardinal orientation and underground water veins into account, using ecological materials to create a harmonious, energetically balanced environment between people and nature.

We offer homestead restoration, new building construction, restoration of old buildings, roof and facade renewal, landscaping, water-supply improvements, as well as individual project design and consultations.

Yes, you can choose either a full homestead reconstruction or individual jobs, such as foundation restoration and new construction, roof renewal, facade repair, terrace building, or stabilising outbuildings.

Yes, our specialists are experienced in restoring historic buildings.

Only natural ones: oil, lime, tar and silicate paints.

Yes, we use charring and linseed oil treatment, which provide long-term protection. Treating with limewash also protects the wood.

Yes, we help develop a plan based on the owner's wishes, also taking cardinal orientation and underground water veins into account.

To work with respect for people, nature, the building, and future generations.

Yes, we offer our services across the whole of Latvia.

Yes, we use natural oils, lime, tar and silicate paints. We also adapt alternative materials when needed.

Properly treated timber lasts more than 50 years.

Of course — we carry out a full planning process, taking into account the owner's wishes for room use, cardinal orientation, underground water veins and other important aspects.

Yes, every job comes with a quality warranty.

Yes, our team specialises in restoring both types of historic buildings.

Only natural ones: oils, lime, tar, silicate paints and quality timber.

Yes, our priority is preserving the original character and colour palette of the building.

Of course, we carry out full-cycle restoration work.

Yes, we help choose materials and solutions for the long term.

Yes, we specialise specifically in restoring historic buildings.

Yes, we combine age-old craft techniques with modern technology.

Yes, our philosophy is grounded in naturalness and sustainability.

Of course, we take cardinal orientation and underground water veins into account.

Yes, we provide guidance and develop individual solutions.

A timber frame house is a building whose structure is based on a wooden frame. This type of house is lightweight, energy-efficient and well suited to the Latvian climate.

Yes. Properly designed and well-built timber frame houses can serve several generations. Longevity is ensured by quality materials, proper wood treatment and professional construction.

Yes. Properly built structures and quality insulation ensure low heat loss and lower heating costs.

The wood is treated with linseed oil and tar, the charring method, and natural paints. This protects it from moisture, mould and decay.

Yes. Timber frame houses are fully suited to year-round living, providing comfort in both winter and summer.

Homestead for Generations combines ancient Latvian carpentry traditions with modern engineering precision and a nature-friendly approach. Natural materials, traditional methods and sustainable technical solutions are used to create sauna houses that serve several generations.

HFG uses timber felled in winter, natural oil, lime, tar and silicate paints, as well as linseed oil and tar impregnation. In areas with heavier exposure, the charring method is applied, providing the highest level of protection against moisture, rot, mould and fungi.

Longevity is guaranteed by quality materials, stainless steel fastenings, additionally galvanised elements, and traditional wooden pegs. Every detail is considered to serve for decades, preserving the structure's stability and safety.

Yes. The project is developed taking the land's natural conditions, underground water veins, cardinal orientation and the rhythms of the surrounding environment into account. This ensures a healthy microclimate, emotional balance, and harmony between people and their environment.

The full cycle includes consultation, design, material selection, construction, interior and exterior finishing, installation of utilities, and handover for use. Every project is developed individually, based on the client's needs and the specifics of the plot.

Winter-felled timber, natural oils, lime, tar and silicate paints are used, along with stainless or galvanised steel fastenings. Material choices are based on sustainability, a health-safe environment and longevity.

Often, yes. Barn restoration lets you preserve stable structures, reduce costs and extend the building's service life. Only damaged details are replaced, foundations are reinforced, and overall safety is improved.

Yes, every project is individual. We take terrain, cardinal orientation, underground water veins, existing buildings and the farmstead's future needs into account. Standard solutions aren't used.

Yes, special attention is given to restoring historic granaries and barns, preserving their authentic appearance, proportions and construction logic.

The timeline depends on the project's complexity, building size and chosen solutions. An exact schedule is developed after a site inspection and project agreement.

Timber felled in winter, ecologically safe coatings, natural paints, linseed oil and tar treatment methods are used, along with stainless steel pipes and long-lasting fastenings. This ensures both durability and a healthy environment.

Yes. The design is based on cardinal orientation, underground water veins, soil properties, building placement and the client's needs. The cellar is created as a harmonious part of the homestead's architecture and natural rhythm.

Yes, HFG specialises in restoring historically and culturally significant traditional cellars, preserving their authentic appearance while improving structural safety, durability and functionality.

Starting with a consultation, needs are defined, on-site measurements are taken, suitable materials and solutions are chosen, an individual project is developed, the cellar is built and handed over for use. The client is involved at every stage.

You can contact Homestead for Generations for an individual consultation, project assessment, and a solution that fits both practical needs and the traditional character of your homestead.

Homestead for Generations carries out a wide range of carpentry work: construction and restoration of timber houses, saunas, granaries and barns, restoration of historic buildings, restoration of wooden structures, and the manufacture of terraces, canopies and authentic details.

Yes, restoration is one of the team's specialisations. A building's authenticity, original details and traditional construction methods are preserved, while improving safety and longevity.

Yes. A modern carpenter combines traditional skills with modern engineering solutions, creating energy-efficient, durable and functional buildings that meet today's living requirements.

Natural materials provide a better microclimate, longer service life and a smaller environmental footprint. Lime, tar and oil paints let the wood breathe and protect it from moisture, mould and decay.

Yes. Homestead for Generations doesn't use standardised solutions. Every project is tailored to the specific site, the people, the terrain, the cardinal orientation, and future needs.

For Homestead for Generations, site development means more than a visually beautiful result — it's a functional, sustainable environment where people and nature exist in harmony. Every project is shaped around the landscape's, terrain's and architecture's specific character.

We carry out a full cycle of landscaping work — from ground preparation, path and yard construction, drainage system installation and planting, through to trees, shrubs and lawns, lighting and small architectural features.

Yes, our team develops full projects from idea to realisation — we carry out site analysis, planning, design development and the practical work itself, ensuring an individual approach to each property.

Yes, we provide planting, landscape maintenance, tree and shrub shaping, surface restoration and other seasonal maintenance activities, so the site stays tidy and beautiful all year round.

Yes, you can choose individual services, such as path construction, drainage system installation or yard lighting, as well as a full site development project.