Plan Your Log Home
Planning a log home or log cabin involves more than just the floor plan; here you'll find expert advice on everything you need to get started, including budgeting, buying land, geographic regions, choosing logs, and more.
Construction Financing: Creating A Draw Schedule
You've secured financing. It's time to create a draw schedule to pay for construction.
Choosing Your Producer
The differences among log home companies go beyond the looks of their homes, find out if you need to hire a producer for your project.
Buy Savvy
How to furnish your new cabin as cost-effectively as possible
Log Home Hybrids Gaining Ground
Mixing logs and conventional construction creates design flexibility.
Log Homes in Russian Architecture
Wood is the foundation of some of the world’s greatest historical construction projects, and Russia’s rich history of architectural beauty is no exception.
Things to Do in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Hot Springs, Arkansas, offers a relaxing respite with many outdoor activities where you can literally soak your cares away.
Things to Do in Chattanooga
With its blooming arts district, spectacular natural landmarks and deeply ingrained historical memory, Chattanooga offers a wealt…
Keys to Buying Raw Land
Finding the perfect home site goes far beyond discovering a spot with a great view. Before you buy, read on for a few factors you…
5 Steps to a Home that Saves You Money
Increase your new or existing home's energy efficiency and save money with these 5 steps.
Tips for Open Layouts
Missteps to avoid when laying out interior spaces.
22 Budget-Saving Kitchen Tips
Get ideas for cutting costs while planning and designing your log or timber home's kitchen.
10 Tips to Make a Small Cabin Feel Large
Taking advantage the space you have is a great way to enhance the functionality of every inch of your home.
Space Planning: 5 Rooms for a Small Floor Plan
Want to squeeze more space out of your small floor plan without adding a single square foot? We'll show you how — no sleight of h…
Going With a Pro: Architects & Designers
Architect or designer—how do you choose?
Great Places to Live: Chattanooga, TN
Are you looking to find a new location to build your timber frame house? Check out what Chattanooga, TN has to offer.
Happily Ever After: Georgia Cabin for Rent
A couple builds a small cabin in Georgia that you can rent.
In Good Company: Building a Log Home with Someone Else
These two like-minded couples come together to create a classic log home with a contemporary twist. Here's how they did it.
Model Home
A big idea starts with a 3-foot vision.
Passive solar and other money-saving design ideas
Passive solar and other smart-design ideas can save you money without huge upfront costs
Community Spotlight: Simply the Best | North Carolina's Grand Vista
Take your life from good to grand at North Carolina's Grand Vista community.
8 Tips to Building a Low-Cost Log Cabin
As affordable as it can be to build a log cabin, you can make it even cheaper with a little planning. Here are eight ways to maxi…
Size Matters: Choosing the Correct Square Footage
Determine the size your log home by relying on lifestyle needs, budget, and strategic design.
How to Modify a Stock Plan to Suit Your Needs and Budget
You can take a company's stock floor plans and tweak them efficiently and affordably.
How to Customize a Small Log Cabin
There are ways to accommodate a small log cabin without compromising design integrity.
Creating a Care-Free Cabin
Don't let your second home become a chore.
Expert Advice: 8 Money-Saving Planning Tips
An architect shares what you can do to save money in the long run by planning properly up front.
How to Customize a Small Cabin
There are ways to accommodate a small log cabin without compromising design integrity.