About

A lifetime of passion for trees, axes, chainsaws and art has led Rod Bedard to become a world renowned carver, log home builder and all around Master Craftsman. With an axe in his hand at the age of 4 Rod was cutting down trees in the backyard dreaming one day to be at the top of the forest industry. 

The starting point of all the log and timber construction comes from deep within the forest. This is where Rod would get first hand experience through out his child hood. His entire family was involved in the forest industry. He was always involved with some form of wood fibre. Weather it be falling old growth fir trees or working with a local carpenter chainsaws and wood have always been in his hands. 

Starting his apprenticeship at the age 16 with Pioneer Log Homes Rod was able to obtain a vast amount of experience learning from many different Master craftsmen from around the world. Rod helped build some of the world’s largest and most elaborate log homes. Cutting in amazing archways and hand carving ridge poles is Rod’s specialty. 

Moving to the East Kootenay’s in 2006 Rod was able to learn more than just log homes. For the past 14 years Rod has been working for Tyee Log Homes. There he built everything from full scale log and timber homes to doing large scale commercial work. 

In 2020 Rod started his one business Viking Wood Design which has always been a passion of his. Looking to provide customers with something above and beyond. Viking Wood design is dedicated to working one on one with clients and having a fun and enjoyable experience. We are also dedicated to only using the highest quality materials to provide customers with the highest quality products that will stand for generations.

We look forward to working with you!!