Log craft that endures both time and gaze.
Hirsitikka is a family company from the Finnish archipelago crafting premium, handcrafted log lodges, homes, and villas since 2008. Every log is individually selected and scribed so that its natural shape is respected with minimal fitting loss. Our goal is simple — to build log architecture that endures for generations and feels naturally at home in the present.
We are long-time members of the International Log Builders’ Association (ILBA) and members of the Finnish Log Builders’ Association (Hirsitaito ry). We keep our team current with best practices and research in timber construction worldwide.
A properly designed, artisan-made log home has a low ecological footprint, is healthy, unique, and timeless — and its value only grows over time. When you pass your handcrafted log home to the next generation, you pass on a way of living.
Numbers at a glance:
• Founded 2008 · 60 handcrafted log building projects completed by 2025
• Team size 5–8 professionals, depending on season and project phase
People
Timo Aro-Heinilä — Log Master, President
Timo develops advanced log-building techniques to achieve both precision and structural stability while preserving the character of the wood. He is dedicated to uniting technical mastery with architectural form — championing a contemporary vision for handcrafted log architecture.
Timo invites architects and engineers to explore open-minded, creative solutions in wood. A Master of Social Sciences and a father of three, he combines artistic vision with inventive engineering. In his view, there are no problems — only choices.
Hanna Aro-Heinilä — CEO
Hanna is an internationally oriented branding and communications professional with over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience. She is passionate about visual communication, architecture, and brand development — and maintains a thoughtful relationship with social media.
Before founding Hirsitikka, Hanna worked nearly five years in B2B print media. In addition to Hirsitikka, she has founded two companies: one focused on hospitality and cultural travel, and another design company.
If Timo’s ear protection is on tight in the atelier, Hanna is the one to call.
Place — Naantali Archipelago
We work on Livonsaari, the last island on the route reachable without a ferry — a setting that suits us perfectly. The surrounding nature, archipelago light, and slow rhythm of the sea shape our sense of proportion, patience, and precision.
Atelier, Capacity & Coordination
All critical joinery and fit-up take place under cover in our ~800 m² log-built atelier, equipped with a bridge crane and a Wood-Mizer bandsaw. We can pre-build handcrafted log shells for homes and villas up to approximately 500 m².
For larger or international projects, we also coordinate production in carefully vetted partner workshops under Hirsitikka supervision, ensuring precision, surface quality and schedule reliability. On site, our own crew manages re-assembly and finishing — so every project bears our mark of craftsmanship and precision.
Material
We keep a ready stock of slow-grown Nordic pine — dense, stable, and ideal for long-lasting handcrafted structures. Each log is pre-selected for its density, grain character, and natural beauty. Every building is labelled with our logo, year, and individual log shell number — a mark of authentic craft and accountability.
Visit & Follow
You’re welcome to visit us by appointment.
Tell us your vision — we are here to listen and help you realize it.
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