Log and Timber Home Living

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!

the greatest show

Log & Timber Home Living

What’s in a (Frame) Name?

TALKING TIMBER TERMS • Confucius says: “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their proper names. ”Timber framing has a language all its own, and below is a brief list of commonly used timber frame terms to help you better understand its main components.

plan

The First Step • Your dream timber frame home begins with solid research and sound decision-making. Here’s what to expect and where to start.

Post-and-Beam vs. Timber Framing

smart buy • Prospective home buyers are wise to inquire before they buy. Use the following nine questions to analyze if the company you’re considering is the right fit for your situation.

A Site to Behold • 13 thought-provoking prompts to help you land the right property for your new home.

gaining ground • Scouting your property early can uncover hidden costs and terrain challenges before you buy.

truss 101 • The kind of structural support your design requires, as well as your personal preference, will determine your timber home’s truss system. A triangle is the simplest, but its use is limited to smaller buildings. Adding a king post in the center allows for a wider span. Queen-post trusses look like a rectangle within a triangle, and the dramatic hammerbeam can span large interior spaces and enable ceilings to soar.

the wood you choose

(Pre-)Cut Above the Rest

Small Houses, Big Dreams

design

Free Flow • Well-planned transitions will give your timber home a comfortable, livable vibe.

space smarts • Square footage is a precious commodity. A few design tricks of the trade will make sure your home has all the room you need.

timber homes forever • Accessibility is for everybody, not just those living with disabilities or of advanced age. No matter how young (or young at heart) you are when you build your timber home, incorporate universal design elements into your plan.

Memory Maker

style school • timber Looking for architectural inspiration? This primer will educate you on five of today’s smartest timber home design trends.

build

Building 101 • Use this syllabus to better understand what to expect from the process of building your dream timber frame home. While it may be a group project, a little independent study now prepares you for any pop quizzes along the way.

DON’T MISS A SINGLE ISSUE… • 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.

timber frame anatomy • Timber frame homes are complex structures made of vertical posts and horizontal beams to form cross-sections called bents. Combined with other members that provide support, bracing and structure to the frame, they support the weight of the house. The main members are shown in the illustration below.

It Takes a Team

MAKING CONNECTIONS

BEYOND THE FRAME

Do We Have a Deal? • Savvy solutions to save money from an experienced timber home builder.

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finish • from the bottom up

finish

tale as old as time

OF ONE ACCORD • A timber frame home in the hills of West Virginia strikes the perfect balance for a couple with distinct design preferences.

Rooted in Tradition...