Building a Legacy: A Journey Through My Architectural History in Nova Scotia

[@normanboyes4983]

Love it, love it, love it. Magnificent Peter thank you for taking us on this trip, you have left your mark.😀👍

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Norman!

[@sunhousediy4250]

Thank you, Peter! You have no idea how much impact you have on some of us! You are great human being!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

You're very welcome! I'm flattered and humbled. Thanks for watching!

[@normanroberts6680]

It is quite evident that the craftsmanship on your boats comes from many years of classic home builds. I would love to live in any of those homes. You have much to be proud of. Outstanding.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you so much Norman. I really appreciate your kind words. Cheers!

[@joejuska5390]

Omg, your work and imagination surpasses Norm!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Joe, I take that as high praise!

[@russellclarke6855]

A nostalgic craftsman, beautiful homes, beautiful woodwork, love it, love it, love it.👍

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Russell! I appreciate the kind words. Cheers!

[@Shinglemillstudio]

Beautiful buildings Peter. Thanks for the tour back in time.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Your very welcome. And thank you, it was surreal. Cheers!

[@iamblaineful]

Beautiful houses, both big and small, with the same eye to detail. Impressive.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you! It was an exciting time.

[@brianlord2636]

Nice to see a bit of your history. You should be proud.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Brian, that's very kind. Cheers!

[@rogerwileman9965]

You should be proud of your accomplishments they are very beautiful houses congratulations

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Roger! I truly am. Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@mememaz7310]

Peter, well done! Easily one of my favorite episodes! Really touches the heart when you share this sort of thing! God bless! And cheers 🍻

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you very much! Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@BrianMDIY]

What a great little tour of your very accomplished history. Thank you Peter.

[@jamesglass367]

I simply loved this episode cant wait to watch it again with my wife she will love it thank you thank you thank you for sharing this with us peter keep on traveling

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Peter! I'm so happy that you and your wife will enjoy the video. I love sharing my adventures!

[@jamieminton172]

I rather enjoyed that. For those of us that are closer to the exit than the entrance, the true wealth, that you can take with you, is the memories. That is quite a legacy to be proud of and with luck and care they "Will" be there in one hundred years. Well done.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Jaime! That's very kind. And you are so right!

[@Emergency785]

BEAUTIFUL place. BEAUTIFUL houses. And your Mother rests peacefully in a beautiful place. Thanks for sharing!

[@dustymiller7758]

Great entertainment Peter. A lovely place and those houses you built are fantastic.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks as always Dusty!

[@rmojo23]

What beautiful work! So talented!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ASMR_Lighting]

Really enjoyed that journey down your architectual past!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@richardkeen1996]

Great Vlog!! Beautiful and stylish houses with great character and an enhancement to the landscape!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Richards! Very kind words.

[@elliowb2]

Some absolutely stunning work that you have done!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@dannyjones3840]

Peter, thank you for inviting us into you life and your past. Thank you for sharing your past- and your present- with us grateful folk 😊

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Danny, I appreciate that!

[@hoghopper]

Perhaps my favorite of your videos. Your structures are spectacular, and the video's emotional charge is subtly left open. Two thumbs up

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you very much. That's very touching.

[@johndewaard8032]

Nice work Peter. Beutiful carpentry. Talented

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you John! I appreciate that.

[@marktanska6331]

Loved seeing that, I also built some 200 homes in Australia, not as a designer but as a carpenter /contractor. I also feel warm seeing those homes standing and lived in.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Mark! We are a fortunate bunch, us that have the privilege to leave a mark on this world as we do. Cheers!

[@darrinjones3736]

Really AMAZING talent you have. I thought I had designed and built some structures to be proud of.; you take it to the next level Peter.

[@johndog71]

I really appreciate your down to earth modesty Peter. You have had an incredible career in past years, and those homes our just amazing. Your legacy continues.

[@billb2176]

Heartwarming heritage, enjoyed the journey.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Bill, it's great to be able to share it!

[@pfalzgraf7527]

Nice to see your old work! I have often wondered what exactly you did. You talked about being an architect. Now I have an idea what you did and I think I can see the line to what you do with your boats. Thanks for that glimpse into your past!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you very much! It was a fun time, indeed. Thanks for your comment and for your continued support of the show. Cheers!

[@DanielMundell]

So impressive. What a legacy on both coasts. Lots to be proud of, thanks for sharing! I have two girls myself, 5 and 3. We're well into the learn to swim phase here in Seattle. That beach where you taught yours to swim must pack a nostalgic punch. Cheers

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Daniel! Your story tugs a little as it is so close to mine. Enjoy your girls, they grow up so fast!

[@stevenvail6277]

First home built Semi baloon construction of the outer walls, nice.... Timber frame, homes are awesome...

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Keen eye Steven! I am a huge believe in balloon framing. Especially in story and a half where rafter spread is a concern. Amazingly, I needed engineering as balloon framing is no longer in Canada's code.

[@JamesSheridan-td4ci]

My parents have a beach cottage just down the coast in Broad Cove, it is a beautiful part of the world thanks for sharing

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks James, I know Broad Cove well. Lovely spot!

[@internalcombustion641]

Those houses are stunning, nice work!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you!

[@loubonaparte5063]

Thank you for sharing, Peter... very special.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

It’s been a real journey, Andy! Thank you for your kind words. Cheers!

[@rictecilder]

I can see why you like the Monk boats and loved seeing all houses that you designed.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Ric! You are spot on.

[@uio890138]

Your skill set knows no bounds Peter!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@nedharrisjr2991]

I enjoyed the visit Peter. Thanks.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the visit. See you on the next one!

[@1958johndeere620]

Its been 20 years since I have been in that area. I bought a boat just down the coast in Voglars Cove. Nice people in that whole area.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Yes! Great part of the world, and the people are lovely! Cheers!

[@johnlord7854]

Well done you !!! Thank you for sharing :)

[@brianpulaski5396]

Beautiful houses you’ve built. So much character.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much for the kind words Brian!

[@bjornflood6204]

Thank you so much Peter!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you for watching Bjorn!

[@johnmorgan6812]

Peter brilliant video.👏👏. Always knew you were a skilled worker by your work on the boats. Thank you for sharing a glimpse into your previous life, always wondered were you picked up all them skills you truly are an entrepreneur. 🙏

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you John! It was a magical time. Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@137ht]

You have done some very nice work.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@luckenbachmachineworks7000]

Beautiful work!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much!

[@Nena84734]

Outstanding, WOW!

[@27Blur]

Im 33 and I moved across the us 2.5 years ago. I'm increasingly realizing how hard it is to leave family, but I'm also learning what it means to find a new home. Thanks for this video

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

I see a bright and happy future for you as you perception of what matters most is strong. Best of luck - take risks, dream big! Cheers!

[@alanvanreed6878]

Astounding !!!! Really magnificent builds you have completed

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Allen. It was nice to be able to share them here. Cheers!

[@stephenfreeman8617]

Lovely memories Peter and great design work. Certainly classed as a content creator now I believe you could make a film about anything. Well done again👏

[@edanoestreich8976]

Super fun to see your past projects Peter. Thanks. Cheers from Singapore.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was really nice to be able to share them here. Cheers!

[@markkennedy3209]

Impressive work

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Mark!

[@Psychobilly]

Beautiful Peter! Man, them houses!!! 🏘️ wow 🤯

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much!

[@frankboff8185]

Long live memories.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Frank, ain't it true!

[@jmreim-6431]

MAGNIFICENT WORK!!!!!!!!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much!

[@jackieluckyangel5610]

Absolutely beautiful, Peter🥰

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Jackie!

[@pauln2141]

OMG ❤ Fantastic work Peter.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Paul for the kind words. Cheers!

[@EdTurner.]

Loved it..Loved it....Loved it !! . from UK. Ed

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

So glad you enjoyed it Ed! Cheers!

[@dougcole8728]

You have an incredible eye for design and proportion. Why not continue to design and build homes on Vancouver Island? Your work is exceptional and outstanding. And I'm an architect and wish I could do what you have already done!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much Doug. As an architect, you know the pitfalls of opening a new studio. I am glad to have been able to do what I've done, but don't have it in me to start again.

[@dougcole8728]

⁠completely understand. But if I come across the right client am going to drag you out! Ha! @@TravelsWithGeordie

[@RenegadeADV]

Those are some first rate homes Peter. Wonderful trip down memory lane.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much for the kind words. Cheers!

[@drcornelius8275]

Great video and thank you for sharing your life! Those homes were quite impressive!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! It was nice to be able to share a bit about my past. See you next week!

[@jimreid67]

What a wonderful video. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on the little swabbie. Hope to see him sailing with you soon. We visited Nova Scotia last fall for my nieces wedding. She and her now husband live there. A very beautiful place indeed.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Jim! I'm glad you got to enjoy that beautiful place. And yes, I'm so looking forwards to teaching him everything!

[@crelark]

Charming houses Peter! You should be justly proud.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you! I am rather proud of what we accomplished back then. Cheers!

[@BilgerWaters]

Now I can see how you developed your eye for the details. I can imagine living full time in a project physically different than you see in your mind's eye must have its own challenge. Those old boats are in good hands.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! I can see that you get it. Warms the heart, cheers!

[@HARRYHARRINGTON-t1p]

You didn’t just build a house… you’ve built a legacy. I know what you mean about visiting places you knew growing up, I now live 5 hours away from where I grew up. Every time I visit, I see how things have changed and how things have stayed the same… I find it good for the soul to revisit the past and see where you’ve come from.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Sage words Harry! I appreciate your thoughts. Be well!

[@JrR-fw5ph]

Fascinating! Simply gorgeous…I love it!😊. You do such great work….👍

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the journey. Cheers!

[@georgeemeny6123]

love it, love it, love it !

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much George!

[@wornoutwrench8128]

Be proud Peter, that is some beautiful work. I also want to say thank you, I have found inspiration in a bunch of boat building channels, no I am not building or even repairing a boat but I have taken up woodworking. As I type this I have about $1500 worth of black walnut in various stages of being milled for a project. Watching you makes it look easy, I know it is not but so far I am having great fun and reasonably pleased with the results. Its just a bed but I have always wanted to build a bed for my wife. 2025 will be our 45th anniversary and I want something special for her. ( You know the Stan Rogers song don't you ) I have a new grand baby due right at the end of the year, one heck of a good christmas present.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Wow! That's a lot to take in. I chocked up a bit, I admit. Oh Stan, you minstrel, lost too soon. Congrats on your upcoming milestones and best of luck with your beautiful project. Cheers!

[@peterbrandt9725]

You made some lovely houses. Thanks for sharing.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you so much Peter, it was nice to be able to share them here. Cheers!

[@hallowther9735]

The homes are lovely and fit their locations. We don’t see a lot of these being built now. ( especially with the grade of lumber ) Thanks for sharing. Also, may I include a belated Happy Birthday. May your coming year be Blessed. All the best , Hal

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Hal! You make a good point. It was a magical time to build, great material, great crew and great clients. We may not see opportunities to build like that again.

[@gubieone]

Wow! Some pretty spectacular houses on amazing lots. Loved them all but the little ones the most.

[@Casey9269]

Very nice beautiful craftsmanship and love their design and style. Quality work sir.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Casey, it's a pleasure to share it with you!

[@thomaslarussa6814]

Peter, what an outstanding video! Thank you for taking us on a tour of the incredible homes that you designed and built. The design, craftsmanship and views of the water just show the pure talents that you have.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks for your kind words! I'm so happy you enjoyed the tour. Cheers!

[@108hindu]

What a beautiful and moody place. I bet it’s incredibly stark at times and also very beautiful. It makes me think of that weird movie where they moved a house over the winter ice to a small island. I can’t remember the movies name…🤔 It is a very neat house. Did you design the one with the beautiful beams inside? Awsome. You have an amazing body of work that you did in that area. You should be very proud of them all.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you ever so much! That's very high praise. And yes, i designed them all. That being said, I was very fortunate to have clients who gave me free rein. Thanks as always for the kind word, cheers!

[@chrisobrien5138]

A lovely poetic reminisce ..

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Chris!

[@michaellovell9625]

Love, love, love the video. You should be proud Peter, beautiful designs, beautiful homes. I'm looking forward to the next video. As always be safe but have fun. 🛥🇺🇸

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you Michael! Thanks for joining me in a trip down memory lane. We will see you next week! Cheers!

[@megagrizwald]

Beautiful and amazing homes, thanks for sharing with us

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks for your kind words and for watching. Cheers!

[@CarlynTucker-s9m]

Wow, stunning houses! Thanks for showing us a glimpse of your past. ❤

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

So glad you enjoyed it Carlyn!

[@sebastiansalm936]

i shed a few tears listening to you reminisce. i continue to love your show.

[@billstevens3796]

Very much like my style and what I try to attain in design. Although I am far from as prolific as you as a builder! One that I am especially proud of (built in rural Vermont) has been mistaken for an 1800's farmhouse. In a good way.

[@chrissturgeon1571]

I really enjoyed this episode, Peter. I hope you had a wonderful introduction to your newest family member. I hope he grows up proud of his Grandpa's legacy: Builder, Barstool-prophet, and famous KZbin personality. Cheers!

[@dchriscraft1953]

Very nice video ! You're definitely very talented and enjoy the videos . I can relate have been restoring old chris craft cruisers from the fifties that look very similar to the ones you work on , nice work !!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you very much! I am always glad to hear from others looking after there beauties. Cheers!

[@peterhirt991]

Wowwwh, really well done houses. Congrats!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Peter! Cheers!

[@davidnekola698]

Must be a place on our west coast awaiting a timber cabin with a deep water dock for ones wooden classics. No ? 😊

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

What a lovely image David! And something I may once have yearned for. Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@WilliamAlanPhoto]

Thanks. I appreciate this video!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you for watching William! Cheers!

[@rayboucher479]

Long way down for the kids !

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

That's true Ray. And spoiler, I may be obliged to visit New England in the coming years as well.

[@ericlamontagne3404]

Thanks for sharing Peter, Excellent work!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Much appreciated Eric! See you next week!

[@vetteman2920]

Impressed but not surprised!

[@csyburg]

What a building site!! beautiful

[@bodeensherman4999]

Great Video.. ... Thank You.....

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@Jmeaton400]

Wow! Fantastic work Peter. Happy Days. Maybe someone will appreciate an expert for any future work. Best wishes 🙂

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

That's very kind! One never knows.

[@TheDigitalMermaid]

I grew up outside Saint John, NB. The (cedar?) shingles was something I saw everywhere growing up, until I moved out to Ontario. The views out east were far too easy to take for granted as a kid. Fantastic homes you build, and such views!

[@mangore623]

Nice work, mate. I lived outside of Shelburne for a few years, right on the sea, and am all too familiar with that interminable wind that’s blowing in the background. I have to admit that, yes, BC is preferable…particularly at the rate that Irving is now charging for heating oil.

[@henkresink5073]

Ahh Nova Scotia, our most popular province of Canada. Great that you to saw your family again and love the house👍

[@gofigure_1]

Your mom was only 71 when she got promoted to heaven. Still a young women... As Elvis once sang, "memory's caught between the pages of my mind." Nice to see some of your scrapbook from time past.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you, yes, she was. But she lived a great life while she was here! Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@doctoredic]

Thanks Peter , you sure do build things to last .

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thank you! I do take pride in building lasting structures. Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@atb1325]

Beautiful homes you crafted there Peter! It really makes us understand how you honed your skills with wood and design.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

I've learned so much over the years. It's been a wonderful journey. Thanks for your comment. Cheers!

[@dondonner1095]

Wow.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks as always Don!

[@Twelvestonestacking]

Goodonyas!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks as always and see you next week!

[@Twelvestonestacking]

Just making you aware...still have not received my T-shirt...did I get caught in the change over?

[@gregjohnson4697]

Hey Peter. If I may, could you change up the verbage in your intro a little. I’m sure you are referring to fixing up MV Geordie and Poem but it sounds like you’re fixing up Andrea too. I think we can all agree Andrea surely isn’t in need of any repairs. Great channel, keep up the awesome content. Godspeed

[@misfitfootprints2103]

I'm sure, if anything, it's the other way around.

[@PatrickJernigan]

Thank you for sharing Peter those wonderful memories make me love and respect you even more I wish we could spend some time together I think we would have a splendid time 😊

[@johnotoole2617]

Fantastic to see some of the back-story. I also have a link with architecture, having worked as an Architectural Technologist many years ago and currently in Architectural Visualisation, although work is slow at the moment. I used to work for Autodesk, teaching 3d Studio, Ver 3 if you remember it. Before it became Max all those years ago. Currently (attempting to), return to my roots. West of Ireland. Nova Scotia looks remarkably similar.

[@Coyotehello]

0k well now I find myself bowing in front of my screen. Beautiful houses, beautiful design Peter. So you are an architect by trade? No doubt now on how quickly you can figure-out and put projects together on Poem etc. To think, I had to audacity to make suggestions in prior episodes!

[@adrianblunt4310]

Amazing career, seeing a beautiful environment and building homes that complement it. A Land Rover enthusiast who never gives up. Did you have a boat in NS?

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Thanks Adrian! I did actually. A small plastic sailboat and a small wooden cruiser. Never had much time for either. Thanks for your comment and for watching!