All-round carpenter · self-employed · since 2019

Carpentry that fits. Down to the millimetre.

All-round carpentry for contractors and homeowners. Experienced on large projects in new build, renovation, sustainability retrofits and commercial construction — with my own tools, my own van and an eye for detail.

ABusiness projectsFor contractors and construction companiesBHomeowner servicesFor homeowners in the region

Vakkern Bouw

I’m Damian Wanowicz, an all-round carpenter. Since 2019 I have worked self-employed on Dutch construction sites — on renovation, sustainability retrofits, new build and commercial projects. I work from drawings, accurately and safely, and I take personal responsibility for the result.

Since 2019
Self-employed in Dutch construction
VCA-VOL
Certified for safe working on construction sites
From drawings
Experienced in reading construction drawings
Own equipment
Professional tools, electrically tested, and my own van

Business

A skilled carpenter for your project.

As a self-employed all-round carpenter, I strengthen your team on new-build, renovation and sustainability projects. I work from drawings and to schedule, independently or as part of a team — VCA-VOL certified, with my own tools and transport.

Illustrative image: a row of 1970s terraced houses with new timber facades and window frames, the last one still in scaffolding
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Elevation of terraced houses — illustration

Disciplines

  1. 01

    New build

    Housing and commercial projects: structural carpentry and finishing.

  2. 02

    Renovation

    Renovation and revitalisation of homes and commercial buildings.

  3. 03

    Sustainability retrofits

    Retrofitting homes, including large series.

  4. 04

    Commercial & public

    Offices, commercial premises and public projects.

  5. 05

    Custom work & structures

    Structural carpentry and custom work to drawing.

  6. 06

    Finishing carpentry

    Second-fix carpentry and precise detailing.

How I work

  • Works from drawings and to schedule
  • Independently or as part of a team
  • VCA-VOL · aerial platform · forklift · rotating telehandler (Manitou)
  • Own tools and van
  • Communication in English or Polish

Service area — business

The whole of the Netherlands. With my own van and tools I can join larger construction projects outside the region — for example in and around Leeuwarden, Heerenveen, Drachten, Groningen, Zwolle and Lelystad.

Homeowners

Your home. Done properly.

For homeowners in the Noordoostpolder and surrounding area. From renovation and interior finishing — including plastering and painting — to bespoke carpentry, a canopy or a garden building. With the same craftsmanship as on large construction sites, and direct contact with the person doing the work.

Illustrative image: timber garden room with a covered terrace in a back garden
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Garden room with canopy — illustration

Renovation & interior finishing

  • Home renovation

    Renewing and modernising your home — from the carpentry to the final coat of paint.

  • Alterations and conversions

    Reconfiguring rooms or adapting them to new needs.

  • Wall and ceiling finishing

    Straight, clean walls and ceilings, finished down to the details.

  • Plastering and skimming

    Smooth, even walls and ceilings as the base for the finish.

  • Painting

    Painting as the final step, for a clean and tidy result.

  • Frames, doors and trim

    Fitting and finishing window frames, doors and trim.

  • Bespoke carpentry

    Custom woodwork that fits your space exactly.

Outdoor timber structures

  • Timber structures

    Timber structures and outbuildings, built to drawing.

  • Canopies and verandas

    A covered outdoor space that suits your home and garden.

  • Garden houses and gazebos

    A garden house, shed or gazebo — solidly built and neatly finished.

Service area — homeowners

Noordoostpolder and surroundings (approx. 50 km), including Emmeloord, Urk, Lemmer, Kampen and Steenwijk.

Projects

Experience on major construction projects.

Since 2019 I have worked as a self-employed all-round carpenter on a wide range of construction projects in the Netherlands — from long-term work on large-scale sites to short assignments and temporary support to help meet a deadline.

Below are 12 selected projects, including larger projects I worked on for an extended period. It is not a complete record — I have also worked on many other projects.

  1. 01

    De Nude renovation

    Location: Wageningen

    Type: Renovation

    Contractor: Van Wijnen

  2. 02

    Willem Alexanderhof new build

    Location: Julianadorp

    Type: New build

    Contractor: A. Tuin

  3. 03

    Plukon office revitalisation

    Location: Wezep

    Type: Renovation · Commercial & public

    Contractor: Salverda Bouw

  4. 04

    Window replacement, Nestlé

    Location: Nunspeet

    Type: Renovation · Commercial & public

    Contractor: Salverda Bouw

  5. 05

    Sustainability retrofit of 68 homes, Wetland Wonen

    Location: Vollenhove

    Type: Sustainability retrofit

    Contractor: Salverda Bouw

  6. 06

    Zin in Zuid housing project

    Location: Groningen

    Type: New build

    Contractor: Koopmans TBI

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  1. 07

    De Kreekvelden housing project

    Location: Almere

    Type: New build

    Contractor: Koopmans TBI

  2. 08

    Hoofdstation project

    Location: Groningen

    Type: Station renovation & extension

    Contractor: Strukton

  3. 09

    Tolvesum new build, Middelsee

    Location: Leeuwarden

    Type: New build

    Contractor: Jorritsma Bouw

  4. 10

    Renovation / new build of 49 homes, Beijum Oost

    Location: Groningen

    Type: Renovation · New build

    Contractor: Dura Vermeer

  5. 11

    Het Stadhuys new build

    Location: Emmeloord

    Type: New build

    Contractor: Bouwbedrijf Roos

  6. 12

    Office building conversion / renovation

    Location: Harderwijk

    Type: Renovation · Commercial & public

    Contractor: Van Norel Bouwgroep

I worked on these projects as a self-employed all-round carpenter. The companies named were the contractor carrying out the project; this does not imply a partnership or endorsement.

Craftsmanship & safety

Knowing the trade. Working safely.

Core skills

All-round carpentry
Structural carpentry, custom work and finishing.
Reading construction drawings
Working from drawings, with accurate setting-out.
Renovation & sustainability
Experience with series of dozens of homes.
New build & commercial
Housing, offices and commercial premises.
Working independently
Taking ownership, also as part of a team.
Working safely
VCA-VOL, qualified for aerial platform, forklift and rotating telehandler (Manitou).

Certificates

  • VCA-VOL

    Safety certificate for operational supervisors and self-employed workers in construction.

  • Aerial work platform

    Qualified to operate an aerial work platform safely.

  • Forklift truck

    Qualified to operate a forklift truck safely.

  • Rotating telehandler (Manitou)

    Qualified to operate a rotating telehandler (Manitou).

Own professional tools, electrically tested. Own van.

Portrait of Damian Wanowicz, owner of Vakkern Bouw
Damian Wanowicz

About me

One craftsman. One point of contact.

I’m Damian Wanowicz. Since 2019 I have worked as a self-employed all-round carpenter in the Netherlands, on projects ranging from housing to commercial buildings.

I bring what I learned there to every job: working accurately, working safely and doing what was agreed. With Vakkern Bouw, you deal directly with the person doing the work.

More about me

I speak Polish and English.

Contact

Planning a project?

Tell me briefly what you have in mind. I will get back to you to discuss the options.