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!
For the past 12 years running, Forbes has published its “Best Places to Retire in the USA” list. Based on criteria ranging from median home price to taxation to walkability, this year, 26 cities, towns and even one planned community made the cut; but two grabbed our attention for their differences as much as their similarities: Greenville, South Carolina, and Madison, Wisconsin. Both share proximity to major cities. Both have a high number of doctors per capita. They boast excellent air quality, strong economies and home prices below the national average. Neither one taxes Social Security or estates, and neither is in imminent danger of falling prey to a natural disaster. Though they have universally desirable features for people planning to live on a “fixed” income, these charming towns couldn’t…
these days, we’re all looking for ways to shave expenses without sacrificing quality. Things like clipping coupons or combining errands to save on gas are no-brainers, but when you’re in the throes of planning your forever home, the path to savings may not be quite as clear. One solution not only helps to cut down on expenses, it also reduces square footage AND brings people closer together. Enter: the family bath. We know, we know … one bathroom? For the whole family? It’s madness, right? Not with the right approach (aka, the right layout). Family baths are workhorses designed to stand up to heavy use, so you’ll need to employ a little creative planning and clever design ideas to develop a bath that not only accommodates the entire family but…
if you’re looking to buy and build a log or timber home, chances are you’re thinking long term —really long term. The result of years of planning, researching and dreaming, log and timber homes are hardly ever built on a whim. In fact, they’re typically built for the current owners as well as generations to come. So, how can you make sure this form of “forever home” addresses your wants and needs now and down the road? According to architect Deborah Pierce (author of “The Accessible Home,” The Taunton Press), the answer is accessibility. “When most people think of accessibility, they think about a house that looks like a nursing home, but that couldn’t be further from the truth,” says Deborah. “An accessible house is just one that’s easy to…
Filled with everything you need to know about designing, building and finishing your dream home, Log & Timber Home Living is a must-have for any wood home enthusiast. Every issue is packed with photo inspiration and expert advice for creating a log or timber home of your very own. SUBSCRIBE TODAY & GET 2 FREE GIFTS! To subscribe, call 800-234-8496 or visit loghome.com or timberhomeliving.com Digital editions also available; see loghome.com/digital for details.…
What does your happy place look like? For homeowners, Mark and Mary, happiness is built with wood, stone and glass, along with a dose of designer know-how. Bright and breezy, their self-described coastal-European-cottage style home, constructed by Wisconsin Log Homes (WLH), makes them smile each day. Filled with voluminous ceilings, ample windows and timber beam accents, the idyllic retreat harmonizes fresh and peaceful feelings against a backdrop of shades of white, cream and bone; subtle textures; and stylish details. It started with a whim. When a lot came up for sale next to Mark and Mary’s daughter and family, they grabbed it. The property is part of a suburban development organized around an engineered lake and adjacent to a wildlife preserve. Their daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Nate Janczak, own…
Q: What should a person on the brink of retirement — especially one in hopes of reducing home maintenance — look for? A: In the end, every retiree wants a minimum of three things from their home, according to Michael Grant, an experienced designer and principal at Modern Rustic Homes in Georgia. Let’s take a look: 1. A floor plan that supports and enhances daily life. The capacity for one-level living is a must. (Should your property lend itself to a multi-level house, then let family or friends deal with the stairs.) A major trend is to incorporate two primary suites on the main level; one for the owners and the other for anyone who cannot navigate stairs or a possible future caretaker. The desire to age in place has…
