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From modest beginnings, a barn-style timber retreat evolved into the neighborhood gathering place.
Designing for a sloped lot has its ups and downs, but with creativity and proper planning, you can call a mountainside site home.
In our brand-new special interest publication, Favorite Log & Timber Homes, a New York couple leads a honey of a life in their p…
Love the idea of combining wood tones, paints and species in your timber home? Hear tips on achieving this design goal from a pro…
A contemporary country kitchen blends the best classic design features with well-planned workspaces and timeless materials. The r…
No longer a humble workhorse or design afterthought, barns are back in a big way … and they’re not just for animals and tractors …
Whether you have a big brood to feed or just want to carve out space to reconnect, mixing these 9 key ingredients will cook up a …
Fencing isn’t just for keeping dogs in and trespassers out. It’s a stylish addition to your timber home’s landscape.
Is it ok to use modern materials and tech-savvy products in classic log and timber homes? Absolutely!
Our Dirt-to-Done hybrid timber home is finally complete! Step inside the result of this Rocky Mountain labor of love.
From double-duty furniture to compact and stylish appliances, these finds will help you make the most of every square inch of a t…
Convenient to use and easy to manage, raised beds can help make the most of your landscape. Follow these easy guidelines and you’…
The phrase “loan application” is one that can cause shivers of dread and concern. Take a deep breath and approach the loan applic…
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While the new dynamic promises an improved work-life balance, it will also cause energy use and utility bills to skyrocket with t…
As if plucked from a postcard, this petite chalet’s design drew heavily from its owners’ time stationed in Germany and Austria.
An intriguing timber home guided by Japanese architecture and environmental principles is full of fun surprises, from hidden room…
The year-plus hybrid-timber-home journey is nearly over, and our couple has the finish line in their sights. To get there, they h…
As part of our "Dirt to Done" series, join us for an interview with Timbercraft's Bob Sternquest and writer Griffin Suber, as the…
A gorgeous setting in southwest Colorado calls one couple home for good.
Whether for indoors or out, area rugs are an affordable way to infuse personal style into your log or timber home decor. Go tradi…
Timber frame homes are so environmentally friendly — can the same be said of the metal roofs I’m seeing more frequently?
Though originally conceived as a weekender, the size, amenities and layout of this plan make an ideal primary home for those look…
Situate your log or timber home in one of these 10 mountaintop spots and say “hello” to the high life.
Our timber home journey is nearing its end, as the owners perform the finishing work themselves.
A spellbinding setting deserves a venue that does it justice. Inside and out, this great room offers a festival for the senses. H…