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Ready-to-Live 1,200 sq. ft. Timber Cabin for $22,836
Do you want to have a house that is made from impressive timber and is worth the price? This ready-to-live 1,200 sq. ft. Timber Cabin by Jamaica Cottage Shop would be great as a starter pack. For an affordable price, you can have a house that you can call your own or even make it an investment as a place where you can have travelers to stay for a night or two. The house has a minimalistic exterior design with a small canopy on the rear side. The interior is spacious enough to occupy an average number of people. It has a small kitchen where you can prepare your meal and an average size living area where you can sit, relax, and have a cup of tea. It is a two-story house where you can design your own bedroom. Or if you’re thinking of being artistic, you can do a mix-match interior to give a contemporary taste. Since it is made of timber, the wooden interior makes the surrounding area warm. It can be your vacation home during holidays if you don’t want to give up the city life. Everyone needs to have some time to relax after all. […]
Meka dream homes for 215K (12HQ pictures)
Meka Dream Homes by Meka World are not just superior in craftsmanship but also environment-friendly. Since the inception of these dream homes in 2009, the designs increased in demand globally. Meka World has served different clients worldwide, delivering them with these environmentally sound modular living and work spaces designed with superior quality and state of the art structures. These modern-day buildings are easily shipped anywhere and can be installed readily. These dream homes are designed to suit perfectly with nature, adding a view to the environment while providing immense comfort and safety to their owners. The Meka Dream Homes are primarily designed for easy shipment. Its shape and size are custom-made to fit the standard modular units of an ISO shipping container. Surface area is about 1280 ft2 with a footprint of 16’ by 40’ and height of 19’. It is perfect for shipment via ship, truck, or rails. Transporting them is never a hassle as they fit any vessel just like any cargoes. The sturdy and strong foundation makes them transferrable and easy to install without the need for further repairs. Every Meka Dream house is built with superior design serving its function. The modules are crafted with […]
A Timber Home for $79,100
This big timber mansion is one of the coziest timber homes ever built. It is a big mansion-like timber house that uses some of the sturdiest logs and wood pieces to build. It is a three-story house that contains a ground floor, second floor, and a nice little attic at the top. It is also roofed with metal platings that are extremely sturdy and can withstand the harsh elements that may fall on it. This home, made by Coventry Log Homes, is also situated beside the river which means that when you look out the window, you will meet a breathtaking view. The view is both pleasing to the eyes and relaxing to the mind. It is the best house for people who love the sea breeze and the scenery. As for the interior design of the house, the house is extremely spacious and has a charming living room that includes a little brick fireplace. This living room is perfect for entertaining guests and giving the homeowners a cozy environment where they can relax and just have a chitchat with friends. The house also has a really beautiful kitchen with furniture pieces that are made out of very high-quality […]
Picturesque view from amazing lodge (9 HQ pictures)
Edgewood Log Homes constructed this house based on the wishes of their customer. Wake up in the morning with the panorama of the mountains, forest, and lake as a view. Smell the pines and be one with nature while staying in this luxury cabin. The interior of the house has a vintage feel. The motif is classic and elegant. All furniture was chosen carefully to compliment the style. Everything was combined to show the superiority of its class. The home was specially requested to have guest rooms for grandchildren. It also has massive kitchen and dining space for family gathering. The living area has a fireplace, sofa set, and chaises— great for afternoon gathering over tea and catching up. There is also a modest and functional outdoor space where guests can be entertained. Anyone can enjoy the morning sun or the afternoon breeze in this open space while looking at the wooded environment with territorial views. The house also features a game room for the man of the house and his colleagues. It has an office space, a large wine cellar, a gym, entertainment room, and mechanical in daylight basement. Few houses have a porte-cochere, but this lodge has one. […]
Stunning Two Level Timber Home
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. […]
Luxurious 5,000 sq ft Timber Mountain Lodge w/ Backyard Fire Pit (8 HQ Pictures)
Luxurious and stylish are the words that come to mind when you see this beautifully structured mountain lodge. If you think of anyone’s dream house, this one will surely be on the top of the list. This mountain lodge is 5, 000 square feet in size, a perfect place for medium to large sized families. It has a backyard fire pit to warm you during cool nights, or when you plan to have a barbecue party at home with friends and relatives. The tall green trees at the back are an added aesthetic appeal, making the entire house stand out from the nature that surrounds it. The driveway pavement is also exquisitely done, impressing your house guest at one glance. The overall facade of the house can be compared to those commercialized properties that you often see in magazines; the only difference is that this one is the real thing. The attention-grabbing interior is also worth to copy. The mismatched sofas in the entertainment room with a flatscreen TV attached on the wall will surely make you want to live in the house already. The living room also has a unique blend of furniture pieces that are put together professionally. Just look […]
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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 […]
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 […]