Floor Plan Fundamentals
The secret to building a perfect timber frame home starts with mastering a few floor plan fundamentals. Get expert advice on designing the perfect floor plan for your log home, and choose the size and layout that fits your family's lifestyle.

These are the keys to a home that will transition through life with you.
Though originally conceived as a weekender, the size, amenities and layout of this plan make an ideal primary home for those lo...
Single-story homes are as versatile as they are practical, and they’re perfectly designed for a lifetime of enjoyment.
Ideas to maximize your floor plan when you’ve only got one floor.
A custom design often starts with a preexisting floor plan. Here’s a look at how one popular starting point has been transformed into three fully personalized homes.
Sometimes, constraints lead to creativity.
Enlisted for everything from keeping elderly family members close by to earning extra income, accessory dwelling units are flex...
Avoid potential design pitfalls with these smart workarounds:
Easy tips to design a floor plan that's warm and welcoming:
This humble single-level staple gets a contemporary makeover.
The owners of this North Carolina home were avid travelers, spanning the globe in search of new adventures ... until they saw t...
Trying to decide which style timber frame is right for your new home? The experts at Colorado Timberframe have a few pointers:
Well-planned transitions will give your timber home a comfortable, livable vibe.
Before you set your sights on the stock-plan route too firmly, you may want to explore the benefits of drafting a timber home tailored specifically for you and your family. If you’ve been scrutinizing floor plans but just can’t find the right fit, here’s a case for going custom.