More people are building log homes than ever before. In fact, according to the Log Home Council (LHC) of the National Association of Home Builders, sales have doubled over the last decade. "Almost 90 percent of these houses are their owners' primary home and 84 percent are built in or near metropolitan areas," says the LHC. Dream Log Homes & Plans addresses the design needs of existing and potential log home owners and offers inspiration and advice for adding custom, personal touches.
What's entailed in buying, designing, and building a log house
Log Home Living: Fine examples of log house and interviews of their owners, designers, builders
Gathering spaces: ideas for furnishing and decorating
Hard-working kitchens with heart: ideas for creating a kitchen that's big on warmth and functionality
Bed and Bath: capturing ambiance in an at-home getaway
Outdoor views: taking advantage of exterior spaces
Maintenance: special tips and advice
Resources: industry related associations and manufacturers
Glossary
Index
As a writer and designer Barbara Winfield's career has spanned many areas of the home furnishings industry. Former editor of Woman’s Day Home Remodeling Magazine, Ms. Winfield is a recipient of the Dallas Market Center Editorial Award. In addition to working as a freelance writer and interior design coach, she is also an accomplished seminar leader and has taught several design courses in the Interior Design Department of the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC. Her book, The Complete Book of Home Details was published by Crescent Books in 1994.
What's entailed in buying, designing, and building a log house
