Brian Donahue

Brian Donahue, Emeritus Professor at Brandeis University and co-owner of Bascom Hollow Farm, discusses sustainable building practices with local wood. He highlights his journey of constructing a home using underappreciated tree species like hemlock and black cherry. Donahue critiques the industrial wood economy and urges a return to sustainable forestry reminiscent of early colonial practices. He emphasizes the need for a harmony between conservation and housing demands, advocating for innovative solutions to build responsibly with the environment.