Man Builds Incredible Log Mansion Using Old-School Techniques by @Carpenter_AnXu - Video

Discover the beauty of traditional craftsmanship in this full start-to-finish build of a Chinese wooden house.
Follow Anxu, a skilled carpenter, as he combines ancient building techniques with modern tools to create a stunning wooden home inspired by classic Chinese architecture.
This video covers every stage of construction—from foundation preparation and timber joinery to roof installation, traditional sliding doors, and even a smokeless stove build. Learn why techniques like mortise and tenon joinery have been trusted for over 7,000 years for their strength, flexibility, and durability.
Explore how Feng Shui principles influence design, why clay roof tiles remain iconic, and how sustainability is achieved by blending natural materials with thoughtful planning.

00:00 – Introduction | Chinese Traditional Architecture
00:42 – Preparing the Foundation | Leveling Ground & Concrete Base
01:06 – Timber Preparation | Debarking & Smoothing Logs
01:19 – Mortise and Tenon Joinery | Ancient Chinese Techniques
03:06 – Installing the Roof | Traditional Chinese Clay Tiles
03:55 – Building Walls | Seamless Wooden Panels
06:20 – Raised Wooden Floors | Ventilation & Moisture Protection
07:45 – Constructing the Second Floor | Advanced Challenges
09:55 – Siheyuan Courtyard | Historic Chinese House Layout
11:32 – Staircase Installation | Craftsmanship with Modern LED Accents
16:20 – Traditional Sliding Doors | Pure Joinery with No Nails
19:19 – Painting & Finishing | Protecting Natural Wood Beauty
27:25 – Kitchen Construction | Smokeless Stove & Heat Efficiency
35:42 – Stone Sink & Cabinet Restoration | Eco-Friendly Interior Design
39:40 – Traditional Wooden Beds | Tatami & Luohan Designs
42:05 – Types of Wood Used | Fir, Pine & Cedar
45:02 – Harmony with Nature | Forest Homes & Ventilation
48:00 – Craftsmanship Philosophy | The Meaning Behind Hand-Built Homes

Carpenter Anxu
https://www.youtube.com/@Carpenter_AnXu

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