Experienced log and timber frame home builders provide valuable information on designing a home that you’ll love. It’s no surprise your log or timber frame home builder seems to know just the right place to put that reading nook you wanted, or the perfect way to...
A great first impression will make people want to see the inside of your log & timber home. Whether you’re building a cozy cabin, a modest retreat, or a big family getaway, the exterior of your home makes a memorable impression that gives people a sense of what to...
There are several considerations to achieve energy efficiency and drama by using windows to complement your log or timber home. Log and timber homes are often designed to complement their natural surroundings, so the way your design incorporates windows to bring the...
The master bedroom is more than just a place to sleep—it’s your place to retreat from the world. In an ideal world, my master bedroom would be a sanctuary. A retreat from the stressors and demands of everyday life, it would be quiet and cozy with a massive closet to...
A good lighting plan can take your home from dark to dramatic, highlight key architectural elements, and illuminate work spaces. Warm reading light in a cozy den, bright task light over kitchen counters, strategically placed walkway lights along a garden path:...
Many homeowners who have imagined themselves in a log cabin all their lives are making it a reality. “People are moving away from densely populated areas,” says Brett Youngstrum, who handles sales for Yellowstone Log Homes, an Idaho manufacturer founded by his...
Covid-19 changed the way we grocery shop, eat out and cook at home, resulting in some great new kitchen and pantry designs. If your home is anything like mine, the kitchen is where the action is. When my kids were young, it is where we shared family meals. As they...
Taking on projects that save money may be an option for homeowners with some log and timber building projects. When the log or timber home they have always wanted begins to take shape, some homeowners bring their own personal skills to the project, pitching in with...
Metal accents are increasingly popular to complement log and timber home designs. Many of us are attracted to the idea of building a log or timber home because we love the warmth and natural beauty of wood. Whether you are building a cabin in the woods, or a...
Timber framing and timber accents are popular for good reason. Whether you’re designing a full log home, timber frame home, or hybrid home, you can incorporate timbers into your design in ways that really stand out. A dramatic entryway with timbers on either side...
Things to Remember Before Building a Log or Timber Home (Part Three of a Three-part Series) “Details are important for a custom home,” says Dorie Workman, vice president of advertising and marketing for Appalachian Log Structures in Ripley, West Virginia. “It is one...
Things to Remember When Building a Log or Timber Home (Part Two of a Three-part Series) Building a new log or timber-frame home—or any home—can be overwhelming. There are endless choices and decisions to make, from floor plan to flooring. Clear lines of communication...
