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Dress your home in our favorite color combination: brown and baby blue. |
Charming, smart and abundantly livable, check out our picks for some of the best small homes we've seen over the past few years. |
Reduce, reuse, recycle. It's the triumvirate of sustainability, and this "old" timber barn built from the reclaimed wood of older structures performs a green hat trick. |
When well designed and outfitted to a T, your game room is sure to be your home's ace in the hole. |
You'd think a traditional building method like timber-home construction would stay fairly static through the years—but nothing could be further from the truth. Here's what's hot (and what's not) in timber framing right now. |
A photo gallery of a timber home construction. |
A move to Montana reveals the value of teamwork as an industrious couple builds a home that thoughtfully blends comfort and sophistication. |
We set the record straight on four of the biggest misconceptions of going green. |
Light up your landscape with gorgeous outdoor fixtures. |
Smart design and material choices make this New Mexico timber home a passive-solar powerhouse. |
Touring a timber home built as a vacation getaway in the Rocky Mountains |
A city-dwelling family escapes their concrete confines for something wild—a fire tower in western Montana. |
Quick Picks for Kitchen & Bath This Spring |
Spruce up your bathroom for Spring |
Your homebuilding budget may have shrunk in the past 12 months. But you can still get the home you want while spending less. |
The last thing you need is a house that causes stress. Here are 10 ways to create zones of serenity that are both practical and aesthetically perfect. |
We use a little publishing magic to showcase kitchen details that truly make the hub of your home stylish and functional. |
Make a clean break from mundane laundry rooms—we've got loads of ideas to get you started. |
From quiet corners to hobby hangouts, consider adding a few extra personal places when designing your new home. |
A New England couple lends a hand in building their Nordic nest in Maine's ski country. |
Want to squeeze more space out of your small floor plan without adding a single square foot? We'll show you how—no sleight of hand required. |
Lull yourself into sweet dreams with these secrets to a serene sleep space. |
A New England couple lends a hand in building their Nordic nest in Maine's ski country. |
Whether your kitchen wish list contains all the latest gadgets or just the essentials, chances are there's one feature that tops your list—a space for dining. |
Bye-bye brick and stone. Freestanding hearth products are all the rage in timber home design. |
A wonderful getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains provides breathtaking views and a relaxed lifestyle. |
Want to make sure your outdoor room gets used even after the temperature drops? Then start planning now—we highlight the most important things to consider when creating an all-weather space. |
As the kitchen expands its role as the family headquarters, add a dash of office space into its design. |
How one Kentucky woman took "do-it-yourself" to a whole new level |
The hottest concepts in timber home design |
Beautiful accessories for your home are in full bloom this spring. |
A Montana gem combines classic European styling, plenty of modern amenities and a lesson on how to design a home to fit its environment. |
Pump up the space in your home with 10 tips that will make even the tiniest room feel large and in charge. |
Have you caught it yet? It's the kitchen-design element most timber home owners can't live without—and we have some amazing ideas. |
When the Rocky Mountains and a timber home lifestyle beckon, it's impossible to resist. |
A timber home necessity, your loft is more than just a perch from which to appreciate the impressive view—it's also a blank canvas for your creativity. |
Remodeling your existing home with a great room, sunroom or addition is easier than you think. |
With a bucolic Massachusetts backdrop and plenty of artistic inspiration, a home becomes a sanctuary for the soul. A wall of windows on the rear of the home allows the sun to bathe interior spaces in light and offers lush views. |
There are architects and there are designers—here's how to know the difference. |
No doubt about it—timber homes are stunners. But if you're serious about owning one, there's likely one big unanswered question rolling around in your head: How much will it cost to build compared to a conventional house? |
A Minnesota home puts a contemporary spin on a classic building form. |
Items to warm and relax you. |
Colorado homeowners redesign and renovate an old ranch house with modern materials to create a mountain masterpiece.
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"What the heck is a truss?" you ask. We translate some of the basic terms you're bound to hear during the building process. |
There are architects and there are designers—here's how to know the difference. |
Radiant-floor heating has legions of fans, mostly for its energy efficiency. Before you buy, learn the basics. |
Spirited finds for this year's holiday season |
9 ways to tread a little lighter on the earth and save money while you're at it. |
Looking for new underfoot options? Check out the facts in our guide to flooring. |
An environmentally friendly Michigan home is short on waste and long on beauty and comfort.
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Almost all timber companies keep a catalog of stock floor plans that their customers can peruse as they’re shopping for their dream homes. But did you know that 99.9 percent of those plans are completely customizable? From small changes like moving interior walls or incorporating dormers to major alterations such as adding or eliminating entire rooms, a so-called "stock plan" should really be viewed as a mere jumping-off point. |
When a couple goes back to the drawing board to rethink the design of their vacation retreat, a dream is finally built. |
Outstanding Western-themed buys for the bedroom, bath and great room |
6 images we've plucked from recent issues of Timber Home Living that will provide lots of lighting inspiration |
Few rooms serve up as much style as the kitchen, and we showcase a range of amazing looks! |
New England's rich tradition of barn building influences the design of a modern classic. |
We get the skinny on metal roofs from Dennis Johnson, owner of Bridger Steel. |
No doubt you’ve got questions about timber homes: building them, designing them, living them. Thankfully, we have answers. |
A Toronto couple builds a charming timber home getaway on the shores of Lake Muskoka. |
Whether you're basking in natural beauty or soothing yourself in thermal waters, a sense of peace is easy to come by in Hot Springs, Arkansas. |
One Michigan artist's stone collection transformed itself into his medium. |
One family creates a fanciful timber-frame home |
After a devastating fire destroys a much-adored barn-home, a group of visionaries builds anew and accomplishes the unforgettable. |
What's new in the world of timber home decor? Read on to find our Savvy Shopper's favorite picks! |
Once you’ve designed the perfect cozy timber home, here are some hints on how to finish it off in a welcoming way. |
Creating a smart work environment in your kitchen is crucial to your kitchen's overall efficiency and effectiveness. These 5 steps help you get it right. |
Windows-and the light they usher in-often make the house. Enjoy these photos of our favorite timber home window options. |
Choosing decor that's as gorgeous as it is good for the planet has never been easier. |
Most dream homes are prefaced with a nightmare of preparation work (like most summer BBQ's, actually). Face the planning process without fear with these 7 tips. |
Self-taught stained-glass artist Robert Oddy is breaking new ground in the medium by teaching others his unique technique. |
Something old becomes something new when longtime Carolinians build a traditional timber home to replace their beloved summerhouse. |
Bring on the style with our favorite doors for every part of your timber home. |
A ceramic artist crafts nature-inspired tiles using a traditional Japanese method. |
Japanese architecture influences a serene timber home tucked into the woodlands of Rhode Island. |
A home should be a place where you can kick back and relax. Create a space that eschews tradition for serious livability with our expert tips. |
Looking for a material that will strike a chord with your timber home's style? Get ready to rock! |
A primer on the subtle art and science of designing a timber home plan that flows seamlessly from one space to the next. |
Don't make any decisions about hardwood flooring for your timber home without reading these 4 expert tips. |
Follow these smart ideas to create a truly tasty outdoor kitchen for your timber home. |
Whether your kitchen wish list contains all the latest gadgets or just the essentials, chances are there’s one feature that tops your list—a space for dining. |
A Canadian home proves that the smallest touches make the biggest impact. |
Check out five of our favorite floor plans that flow, and see the reasons why they work. |
Use texture for both a visual and tactical impact in your timber home. |
How to get a champagne timber home kitchen on a beer budget. |
Make your timber home a lap of luxury with these made-for-comfortable-living timber home decor ideas. |
Use these 9 questions to interview representatives from any timber home company you're thinking about building a home with. |
Before you build the timber home of your dreams, there are many things to consider. Get your timber home planning started with these 5 questions to ask (and answer!) |
The planning is done. The design is finalized. The timber package is ordered. Now it's time for you (or at least your builder) to get your hands dirty. |
Good things come in small packages - even when it comes to your timber home. Here are three steps to downsizing your space so you can get more for the money. |
Polish off your timber home design with these 12 tips aimed at taking your timber frame home from good to great. |
So just how does a floorplan come into being? A methodical approach works best. Follow our 10-step plan to the perfect design. |
The first step to a stylish staircase begins with interesting design. Here, we showcase 5 of our favorite timber home staircase styles. |
Creating a masterpiece involves more than handing over your ideas to a design team; it requires a little homework and lots of collaboration. |
Are you already dreaming of family holidays and friend-filled dinner parties in your new timber home? Here’s how to make sure your floor plan has the capacity to handle your guests. |
Drawing on a longtime love of textiles, Canadian artisan Martina Lesar-Kumer creates unique, vintage-inspired, hand-hooked rugs. Read her story here. |
A gorgeous Wisconsin timber home overlooks two stunning valleys in the state’s Driftless region. |
Careful planning, paired with a few well-timed coincidences, helped one couple create a serene and contemporary Colorado home. |
A change of scenery and a timber home stunner lie at the heart of this Montana getaway. |
After a fire devastates their 18th-century home, a Long Valley couple builds anew and maintains the historic character of their original house. |
Looking for design ideas for rooms that will be used to host a crowd? Get inspired by checking out our 10 tips for a roomy space. |
Check out the 7 timber home plans that won Timber Home Living's 3rd Annual Floorplan Design Contest. |
Some of the best timber home decor is on display in this issue's Savvy Shopper. |
View this gallery of the best examples of timber home country kitchens. |
A stunning home in Colorado breathes new life into reclaimed timbers |
Those uninitiated to the timber-home lifestyle might think the word "rustic" describes just one type of decor—but by now, you've probably discovered that this one little word can encompass anything from an Old West lodge to a country cabin. Take our quiz to find out which version of rustic suits you best. |
An award-winning timber frame provides one Michigan family with a comfortable home they can sink right into. |
You may know you want a timber home, but you're not exactly sure if you'd like to use a stock floorplan provided by your selected timber home company. Here's how two homeowners took a stock floorplan and customized to make it better suite their needs. |
If you’re trying to get a handle on what you’ll get when you buy a timber home package, start with this sample timber home kit package list. |
Rank your priorities—and create the perfect floorplan—with this handy checklist. |
Does your prospective home site have the right stuff? How will the land affect your home’s design? Use this checklist as your guide to buying the perfect piece of land. |
Answer the questions on this worksheet to determine if you are pre-qualified for a mortgage loan. |
Use these 6 questions as a guide for choosing a mortgage lender. |
Timber Frame Home News: Two Timber Products Hardwood Plywood Mills Earn FSC Certification. New designation gives customers more sustainable choices
Use these product and accessory ideas to keep you (and your kitchen) efficient and organized. |
 A talented couple combines their homebuilding experience to create a striking house in the mountains of Colorado. Enjoy this inspiring story and the inspiring timber frame home images that go along with it! |
Put the beautiful craftsmanship and timelessness of timber frame homes on display year-round with these free downloadable desktop backgrounds. |
Hand-thrown, hand-finished and glazed. Admire the craftsmanship as you enjoy your coffee. Enter to win yours today! |
An imaginative homeowner brings a splash of Normandy to Ontario in Timber Home Living's Home of the Year.
See what's turning our heads this month as we unveil some of the best furniture and home products on the market. |
Browse our decor ideas to find inspiration for decorating your timber frame home. |
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September - 2007 | View our Savvy Shopper's decor picks for your timber frame home. |
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August - 2007 | View our Savvy Shopper's decor picks for your timber frame home. |
 What's the foremost must-have luxury for your great room? An oversized, buttery-soft leather sofa you can sink into. With that showpiece in place, the rest of the room comes together with details such as classic Tiffany lamps, a personalized fireplace screen and an Old World armoire to conceal newfangled gadgets.
 Don't underestimate the value of providing potential lenders with detailed information about yourself and your home-building project when you first approach them for a loan. The bank will want to know exactly what you're going to build, how much it will cost, how long it will take, who will do various portions of the work and something about your ability to get the job done, on time and within budget. That information will allow the bank to appraise the value of your home and determine how much they will lend you to build it.
 Jack Fisher believes you can go home again. The Atlanta-based developer scoffs at author Thomas Wolfe’s famous mantra when he considers the home and community he built amid the old forests and ridges of North Carolina’s Grassland Mountain. “I grew up in the area,” Jack says of the gorgeous setting just minutes from Asheville, “and my mother and sister still live nearby. We’ve been in the area for three generations.”
 Oh, they sound so boring: structural insulated panels, or SIPs, the computer-designed-and-cut building material for walls, floors and roofs that can both structurally support and insulate your timber home.
 It's a common situation: You don't want to wait 'til retirement to enjoy that log cabin in the mountains, but you can't comfortably carry two full mortgages. Or maybe the kids' tuition is draining your bank account. It may seem as if building your dream home is just that - a dream. |
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Old Wood, New Life:
Reclaimed timber isn't cheap, but it offers a world of charm and uses in your new home. Here's how to find it and gauge its quality. |
 Color is a magical elixir that can transform a plain room, warm up a cold space or turn a tired area into an exciting, personal oasis. Here are eight great strategies to infuse your home with color. |
 How you light your interior spaces can make or break your log home’s overall feel. But with so many options to choose from, finding the right light can be an overwhelming task, leaving home owners in the dark when it comes to choosing the right fixture, selecting the level of illumination and knowing how to install it. |
 5 essential questions you should ask (and answer) before you plan the timber home of your dreams. |
 If you are having troubles putting the finishing touches on your log home, you're not alone. We asked design professionals to help tackle some of the most common decorating dilemmas, including problems specific to log home owners. |
It's a commonly held belief among timber frame enthusiasts that timber framing is much more than just building a house or a barn. It's an art form—one that not only can be enjoyed the way one enjoys the "Mona Lisa" or Michelangelo's "David," but also can become an integral part of a person's life—a place to call "home."
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