A Commitment to Quality: Creating A Work of Art

Deep within the Heart of Dixie, where the sun continuously warms the rich soil and the winters are dependably temperate, grow some of the most beautiful natural forests where our forefathers carefully gathered heart pine for their own home paneling and floors.

We also believe in hand-selecting the best of renewable wood, rich in grain patterns and strength - the finest that nature provides - to build one cottage at a time, patiently handcrafted, to ensure superior results.

Details Matter. Whether it be triple doweling to ensure our wide-plank floors stand up to heavy traffic, or cathedral ceilings reminiscent of Augustus Pugin’s gothic revival style, or our floating construction techniques to help keep wood from splitting due to temperature and humidity changes (complete with secret access for your special items or electrical wiring) - we’ve tried to anticipate what your need might be.

That is why “maintenance free” matters as well. We know how busy life can become at times, so we have selected all of our materials with a mind towards ease of care, knowing that enjoyment of our product is your primary goal.

Finally, the cultural move away from grandiose and gaudy towards a smaller , more responsible and lasting quality is manifesting itself in how people are choosing to live their lives. No longer is bigger yet cheaper better. The desire to live life in balance without sacrificing quality is what matters. By choosing a Gratitude Millworks’ Garden Cottage, Cabin, Dacha, Bungalow, Chalet, or Chapel, you are investing in a future of excellence, a product created one at a time, distinct from any other, a symbol of your discerning taste.

I’ve included a picture here of the headstone of our dear mother, Sonja Pivovarova, for whom our first house was named. Our work here exemplifies the diligence and dedication that characterized her life and is a testament to her legacy.

Peace,

Kent McCaffrey