The New Yankee Workshop (1989)

Episode Overview

Norm embarks on an ambitious new venture at The New Yankee Workshop, crafting a beautifully designed octagonal gazebo that showcases various Victorian styles. This project features a stunning cedar deck, innovative collar-tied rafters, and a uniquely tapered roof adorned with cedar shingles—the most difficult aspect of the build. As he constructs the gazebo, Norm shares practical advice on screen building while creating the door and panels. Finally, he adds the finishing touches, including the intricate Victorian latticework and a copper finial, crowning this enchanting garden retreat. This is the first of a two-part series.