When reading about architecture, one often finds references to various house styles. To someone unfamiliar with various styles, descriptors like “colonial” and “saltbox”
Since we get fewer daylight hours during the winter, maximizing sunlight in the home can be important to our well-being. In many climates,
With Christmas nearly upon us, many of us have decorated our houses with all manner of decorations from lights to tinsels and garlands.
One of the great advantages of post and beam and timber frame construction is the great freedom that these construction methods allow in
Settling seems to be a hot topic recently for our log home fans so we figured an article addressing the issue would help answer any question you might have. In any log
At Real Log Homes, we naturally love the classic look of a house built with logs. While we appreciate the classical style of a log home, many buyers wish to add additional
One of the great benefits of a timber frame home is that the walls do not carry any load, so you are free
Barbecue season has arrived! It’s time to get outdoors for some al fresco dining and summer evenings spent sipping ice-cold lager or perfectly chilled chardonnay. With all this outdoor living in mind,
Inspiration can come from many places as you consider the custom design of your new timber frame home. Photos of existing homes, touring
Although we may spend a great deal of time planning out the details of our ideal log home – layout, décor, roofing, etc. – it is also important to consider how you
Radiant heating systems have been used since the ancient Roman hypocaust. Today, modern radiant heating systems are an increasingly popular method of supplying heat
Functionally, the main purpose of the outer layer of a roof is to protect the house from rain and snow. Many different materials can be used to accomplish this, with varying durability,
