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!

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Designed to Suit

DESIGN RIGHTS

Go with the Flow • Smart room-by-room transitions will give your log or timber home a comfortable, livable vibe.

Make a Small Floor Plan Work • These 5 key concepts will turn a petite plan into truly cozy quarters.

4 SMALL-HOME MUST-HAVES

Design Mistakes to Avoid • Current log and timber homeowners share what they did right — and wrong — with their home designs. Their sage advice can save you time, heartache and money.

ENERGY-SAVING DESIGN

All Together Now • Designing a large-scale log or timber home — especially one that will house multiple generations — requires a careful balance between togetherness and privacy.

How to Read House Plans • Expert tips for deciphering construction docs like a pro

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CONSTRUCTION DOC CODES • This legend shows the symbols you can expect to find on the detailed plans you receive from your architect or designer. Note specifics like electrical symbols for switches, smoke detectors, fixtures and outlets on your plan. You’ll want to make sure these fit your intended furniture arrangement before construction begins. Refer to this legend often when reviewing your construction documents to make sure you’re interpreting your design correctly.