A few years ago we had the pleasure to work with a local writer, and her husband. That little collaboration resulted in the Laramie (animation,plans purchase, rendering . It was recently written up in Seattle Magazine. We’re glad to see that we’re not the only ones that enjoy the littleprojects. <markwagner> original post: Architectural Gems That Are Vacation Rentals- Seattle Magazine Architectural Gems That Are Vacation Rentals Find four Northwest getaways with … [Read more...]
How To: Estimate Log Home Construction Costs
Below is an article that caught my eye. It’s the most common question that we get; “How much will my home cost?” This is an article written by Jim Cooper and posted here with his permission. Enjoy and use the contact form above if you want to get a hold of us and discuss the specifics of your home design. Enjoy Jim’s article. Derek – ———————— It’s always nice to know how much something costs before you commit to paying for it. For most purchases, determining the cost is as simple as glancing … [Read more...]
Homebuilding Myths: The Three-Bid Rule
Below is an excerpt from a regular newsletter that Zac Koenig delivers to clients and industry contacts. He brings up very valid points about the tendency to select a provider based solely on the bottom of the estimate, the price, and not the compatibility, talents, and experience of the providers. With the complexities of a home, and in design, the huge array of talent, experience, level of detail in drawings, and interaction in the design phase you have to look at more, much more than the … [Read more...]
The Pipestone
The Pipestone is a traditional log home with a spacious open floor plan. This plan has a large owners suite on the main level, office, laundry and powder room. A full wrap around deck doubles the livable area on the main floor and opens up the opportunities for entertaining, or spending lazy afternoons in a rocking chair. Two bedrooms, an open loft, and a full bath finish off the upper level. A full lower level is left unfinished for your imagination, maybe build out more bedrooms and a family … [Read more...]
The Columbia
The Columbia was designed for a family living in Eastern Oregon wanting a home office, and plenty of room to raise their growing family. This 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath 5,006 square foot home features a loft level fireplace and multiple zones of activity, allowing the family to maximize their use of the home. A recreation room above the garage is located separately from the other public areas of the house for acoustic privacy. All of our home plans can be bought off-the-shelf, from Wholesale House … [Read more...]
The Roaring Fork
The Roaring Fork was designed as a mountain getaway for the Roaring Fork Valley. Designed to take advantage of a hillside perch, this home tucks into the terrain while opening up multiple living spaces to the valley beyond. The owner’s suite has an office, and large his and hers walk-in-closets. The dining room is made for entertaining, as it opens onto an expansive covered porch. The three car garage, and flexible space below allow this 4 bedroom home to accommodate multiple families when … [Read more...]
The Palouse
The Palouse is a traditional log home with an expansive wrap around deck that greatly increases the livable area. The main floor open living space joins together the kitchen, dining and gathering room with easy access to the owner’s suite, all on one level. The public areas are open and vaulted whereas the space over the bedroom is captured for an open flex space and an additional bath. The lower level is ready for your hobbies. Half of the lower level is dedicated to the garage and the other … [Read more...]
The Clark Fork
This home is a classically styled Timber Frame Hybrid, based upon our popular Bear Creek model. This home was customized and modified for a couple building in Bear Lake, Idaho. What do we mean by hybrid? A traditional timber frame home has a skeleton made of cut timbers, fitted to each other. This skeleton provides the load bearing structure for the roof, and the wall system as necessary. This is then wrapped in traditional stick framing, or with Structurally Insulated Panels, or, SIPs. The … [Read more...]
The Goodwood
The Goodwood is a 3787 SF home on two levels. It has three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Open living on the main floor combines the living, kitchen, and dining. The Goodwood has a large open deck on the view side and a welcoming covered porch to protect awaiting guests from the rain. The Owners Suite is accessed through a library alcove and has a convenient office on the front side of the home. The lower level includes additional bedrooms that can be used for guests or hobby space. Opposite the … [Read more...]