Log & Timber Home Living magazine is the ultimate guide to log, timber and hybrid homes. Expect expert advice on everything from floor plan design to materials and maintenance, as well as inspiring home tours, decorating ideas and more!
IT’S EASY TO BE IMPRESSED by large log and timber homes with their architectural bells and whistles and intricate floor plans boasting dedicated spaces for everything from wine cellars to en suite coffee bars. But an authentic wood home on the smaller side? Now that’s something to marvel. It takes an extra measure of creativity and intelligent planning to get a little log cabin or tiny timber frame house just right. This is why our entire staff looks forward to this issue, which is dedicated to all things small home, every year. However this edition is extra special because we not only show off the most enchanting little homes, we also have restorations, renovations and total rebuilds. For starters, San Diego residents Tim and Jane Lewis had every reason in…
STORAGE IS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR in any home, regardless of size or style. When you have a smaller home, it becomes even more crucial to have a plan that wrangles your belongings in a tidy way. Find storage tips at loghome.com/plan-your-homes-storage. WHEN IT COMES TO EFFICIENT BATHROOM DESIGN, it can be easy to focus only on the essentials. However, with just a little time and care you can create a soothing sanctuary that lives large. Visit timberhomeliving.com/small-bathroomsbig-splash to see how. WHEN YOU HAVE A SMALLER HOME, finding space for everything can be a seasonal (if not daily) task. If you already have started running out of room, there are a few simple things you can do to help. You’ll find some sneaky space advice at cabinlife.com/utilize-every-inch-of-space. HEAD TO OUR YOUTUBE…
Step inside the 2,000-square-foot log cabin dutifully restored by owner Walter Gardella, who used his background in construction to transform the 1973 structure from top to bottom. Here’s his cabin story. Walter: I first saw this house when I went to look at it for somebody else who was interested in buying it. There was a big old tree sitting on top of it, and the roof was shot. It was a mess, but I fell in love with it. And then COVID rolled in. I’m a contractor, and nobody wanted us working in their house. So I ended up buying it as a project. The kids said I couldn’t. They said it was too much work. Too much money. My wife wasn’t even here at the time. I told…
For plants, animals and even people, winter brings a sense of hibernation—even in the more southern states of the U.S. there’s a feeling of transition before spring brings its first blooms. But that doesn’t mean you need to cover all the delicate plants and call it done for four months. There are plenty of options for showcasing a winter-ready landscape, and you can even have some rich foliage and vibrant color along the way. Like any landscaping plan, a winter garden does depend on where you live, so let’s break these tips down into a northern and southern focus. Northern Climates Particularly if you’re living in a woodsy, chilly—maybe frigid—area, you’re not likely to be doing much yard work and gardening in the winter. However, you can still do a…
As we shop for houses or browse floor plans, we’re conditioned to think of them in parameters like “three bedrooms/two baths” to ascertain whether or not a layout will work for us. But conventional categories may not suit your needs or lifestyle. One of the things I suggest to my log home clients, especially if they’re planning on building a home that’s less than 2,000 square feet, is not to think about the house in terms of number—or even types—of rooms, but how they intend to use each space within the home. In a smaller-scale floor plan, it’s essential to get the design just right, and often that requires compromise. Should you shave a little space from the primary bedroom so you can enlarge your kitchen? Do you forgo a…
As small-scale, efficient living gains popularity, micro cabins — homes under 1,000 square feet — are capturing the imagination of homeowners and retreat-seekers alike. Thoughtfully designed and teeming with charm, these little-footprint homes balance simplicity and function, proving that small living doesn’t mean sacrificing luxury or style. Home Plan 001-1072 From the Log & Timber Home Living Floor Plan Shop loghome.com/shop/floor-plans/ SF: 689 BR: 1 BA: 1 The Inside Scoop At 689 square feet, this cabin proves that great design doesn’t require gargantuan square footage. Every inch works hard to deliver comfort, warmth and a strong connection to the outdoors. Open by Design The kitchen, living and dining spaces flow together in one airy sweep, creating an easy rhythm for daily life. Light-filled windows brighten the interior and frame views…
