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DIY small and adorable cabin only for 13K (4 HQ pictures)
15 January 2018
A DIY small and elegant log cabin made of high-quality lumber by Cabins and Outdoors is the answer if you’re in need of extra space. It can be anything you desire; a gym, a home office, a pool house, an artist’s studio, a guest house, a hunting or fish cabin, a man cave or just a haven within your home. This can be built by yourself with the help of a family member or friend, depending on the model size you want. You can also have it built for you. The cabin can rest directly on the ground. The thick floorboards (1 inch) just need to be treated to protect it from moisture. If you would want to add more design, you can have it rest on a wooden or a stone deck. This will allow you to add outdoor furniture suitable for family gatherings or small parties. Its facade has a double pane real glass front door entrance and two large floors to ceiling windows. The same windows are found at the side of the cabin. The home will not require any interior finishing. The natural color will suit any design or purpose you decide for the […]
Timber Frame Barn Package for only $62,580
14 June 2018
If you are looking for the best barn home for your farm, Black Dog Timberworks might just have the perfect structure for you. This incredible timber barn is made from the top-quality wood material in the country. The frame of this barn home is an all-wood structure. The house comes with a simple yet timeless structure. It has two doors, one located in front while the other one is on the side. This barn home can fit at least two horses. You can also put a chicken coop inside your small barn. In addition, it can also be a perfect shed for your gardening tools and a storage area for the things that you rarely use. Instead of nails, Black Dog Timberworks used wooden pegs to complete the structure. The pegs were thick and made from the same wood material. The windows are made from wood and are bare from glass covers. You have the option to leave it as is or install glass or railings to close them up. The house has a high ceiling, allowing you to store tools like ladders inside. You can stow away hay and other farming stuff as well. The house is then covered […]
Stunning Two Level Timber Home
11 August 2018
Blue Ridge Timberwrights has done it again. This remarkable two-level timber home might be just the perfect place for your vacation or your permanent residential home. The vision that presents itself on the outside will be as magnificent as the inside. Step in and you’ll be transported to an enchanted place with very charismatic features that you’ll find it hard not to appreciate every angle. The entrance will lead you to a massive living room. The minute you step in, you’ll be greeted with the warmth of the fireplace and a great view of the outside. Those towering windows are just regal and right in between the fireplace too. The huge sofa is ideal, an excellent place for precious time with your family and friends. No matter the weather, you’ll find the little spot right beside the windows to be the perfect hangout place or even a reading area if you prefer. Right beside the living area, you’ll see the kitchen awash with light. Dine with nature just beyond those charming windows. Go up, and even a better view will meet you. You can survey the outside and the ground floor. Explore more, and the rooms will stun you. […]
Gorgeous Timber Home with Spectacular Porch
12 May 2018
Go home to this lovely timber home by Caribou Creek Log & Timber. You will never be tempted to do overtime at work or accept those invitations to have a drink in town again if you’ve lived and stayed at this gorgeous house. Already mystified by the exterior? You will be even more pleased by the inside. Come in and see the beauty of this dazzling home. Just the trip towards the driveway will already give you a sense of homey feel. Those beautiful light fixtures will just shine through the night. The house will be like a beacon, inviting those who pass to enjoy the warmth it exudes. Interior will be very homey. Perfect for winter, just the view will warm you up. Grand lighting highlights those wooden timbers that are just brilliant. Those arches on the fireplace create a very rustic effect. Be surprised to see a kitchen with a Victorian motif. The perfect accent to the rest of the house. The master bedroom is fit for royalty with the beautiful fireplace and high ceiling. And just as impressive, the bathroom will wow those who go inside. And the selling point of the house– the porch is […]
Superb simple and cheap vintage cabins – only $8,500 (5 HQ pictures)
15 June 2018
This simple timber cabin designed by Montana Reclaimed Lumber Co. attracts attention. It’s not your ordinary cabin. It may look unfinished or half made, but its timbers tell another story. It has two-sided, hand-hewn walls that can stand strong against forces of weather, be it snow or storm. Built in the late 1800s, this house stood the test of time with only its single window and door. The horizontal purlins let air pass through which makes a splendid ventilation. Anyone inside won’t break a sweat. A vintage cabin like this is great to be a hunting cabin. People can rest and relax inside while sharing a drink or sharing stories of their quarry. It offers shade should any want to get out of the scorching sun. It can also be converted into a workshop for pottery or woodwork hobbies. This can be placed adjacent to your house. It is small enough to be placed anywhere in an area of only about 127 square feet. Doing so can add character to your house. Another Idea is to convert the cabin into a tree house for the little ones. It needs a sturdy floor to avoid the kids from falling. If there […]
Stunning Lakeside Timber Clubhouse (7 HQ Pictures)
31 May 2018
The instant you see this tremendous timber clubhouse, you will feel at awe thanks of its grandeur and elegant structure. This timber clubhouse by Rill Architects is one of the most talked about clubhouses in the area, and we certainly understand why. For starters, the house looks like a plain brown structure on the outside, but upon closer inspection, the clubhouse has something more to offer. Some of the best areas inside the clubhouse include an exercise area, an indoor pool with jacuzzi, a living room with a pool table on the side, a covered porch with a view, and a serene-looking lake at the back of the clubhouse. The exercise area is quite spacious and has a huge mirror on the wall which allows you to perform your workout routine with ease. The living room with pool table on the side is also a perfect place for bachelors to get together and catch up on each other’s lives while the porch area and the indoor pool can be the spot for the ladies to have their own fun. The porch can also be used as a breakfast area and a venue for a tea party. The vast lawn covered with lush […]
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8 Jun
How to Build Energy Efficient Timber Home?
On top of aesthetics and durability, another main factor that we should not overlook in building a new timber home is its energy efficiency. This won’t only be beneficial budget-wise, but this is also an environmentally friendly move. To help you enjoy an energy efficient timber home, consider the following tips. On Heating & Cooling A house’s heating and cooling system could consume the greatest expense. In fact, this is said to cover 56% of the energy use of an average American home. Given the rise of energy rates, it’s about time to choose the most energy-efficient alternatives. You can start with solar water heating and geothermal heat pumps. Solar Water Heating Heating water consumes a quarter on each penny spent for energy bills. Thus, it’s ideal to simply install a solar water-heating system. This includes collectors, plumbing systems, and storage tanks. It’s very simple. Even your grandparents know how it works. Instead of consuming electricity or gas, the constant energy of the sun powers the solar thermal systems to heat water for a home. Since electricity or gas consumption is cut down, huge savings can come your way. Not to mention the perk that there are some states offering […]
8 Aug
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) – Ultimate Money Saver for Your Timber Home!
SIPs or structural insulated panels, also known as stress-skin panels are a great option as they’re reliable, cheap, and eco-friendly. The wall system of SIP can stand the test of time while keeping your budget intact. Professional companies who want the most efficient systems make use of structural insulated panels to surround their house projects since they are faster to install and can minimize thermal bridging. It’s a budget-friendly choice as well, given the increasing cost of the heating and cooling systems today. The use of SIPs can help homeowners save around 60% on their energy costs per year. Let’s talk about the facts The new building code requirements for residential construction has now been made stricter in terms of wall and ceiling energy efficiency. To meet this requirement well, SIPs is the best option. The best part is that SIPs fuse a strong wall, hearty installation, and exterior sheathing to a single step: fasten the panel to the home’s exterior. This enables a quick and simple installation. Though different products from different manufacturers may vary, SIPs today generally have a firm core of insulation packed in two good layers of OSB or oriented strand board. Other materials needed in […]