TRUNK ROAD -- Forget the air compressor. Leave the cordless drill at home. All you really need to build a good quality, ultra-efficient heat-retaining log building is a muscular chain saw, a few hand ...

The author, Roy Trembath, built his log home in South Africa out of eucalyptus trees, an invasive species. I have built a mortgage-free home. And even better than that, I have so far taught more than ...

When you are home, do you want it to feel as though you are on vacation? Log homes offer a unique aesthetic that can bring a touch of rustic charm to any location. Log homes are not limited to ...

Among the beachfront villas and Parisian flats that hardworking folks tend to think of as “dream homes,” the image of a cozy log cabin surrounded by quiet forest looms large. Dreamers continue to ...

They say they did it on a budget and did much of the work themselves — including designing the home. But to look at the finished product, no one would guess there were any budget concerns or the home ...

A family-owned log home supplier is proving that it’s possible to get the best quality logs, beams, siding, and materials without breaking the bank. By stripping away corporate overhead and inflated ...

And for several reasons, log homes are back in fashion—among younger buyers who appreciate the natural elements of the building material, among those working from home who are looking to incorporate ...

There’s something timeless about a log cabin that’s surrounded by trees. It’s crafted from hand-selected timber, and it can evoke a sense of peace for those who want more harmony for the land. For ...

Back in the early 1900s when workers trudged up the mountainside to first build Glacier National Park’s Sperry Chalet, they were mostly limited to building materials nearby. The Italian rock masons ...