Efficiency
High performance building can revolutionize the energy efficiency of buildings. Passive buildings routinely achieve 90% reductions in heating energy use
High performance building can revolutionize the energy efficiency of buildings. Passive buildings routinely achieve 90% reductions in heating energy use
Left to her own devices, Nature would turn buildings into mulch. Her primary tool for doing so is water, because
Healthy buildings are infused with fresh air and natural light. It’s a simple recipe, yet healthy buildings are remarkably uncommon
High performance passive buildings are comfortable by design: quiet, draft free, and evenly warm. Unlike conventional buildings that rely on energy-intensive
Carpenter and Site Lead Carrie has been with Hammer & Hand for three and a half years now. An artist
Are you the type of person who loves hosting fine dinner parties and cocktail hours? At Hammer & Hand, we
We value our connection to nature in the Pacific Northwest. Whether we’re watering our houseplants or hiking through the Gorge,
Brian has been with Hammer & Hand off-and-on for a cumulative 7 years. A self-taught carpenter, Brian used to be
Being home builders, we at Hammer & Hand spend a lot of our time doing remodels, new homes, and the
Meet Mac, Project Supervisor, Carpenter, and Senior Builder! Mac (given name Michael Casares) joined Hammer & Hand as a carpenter
Take a peek at our process as we remodel this incredible century-old home in one of Portland’s most historic neighborhoods!
Upcycling is all the rage these days, and with good reason. Using materials that would previously have been considered