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Why to consider growing organic, and where to begin.
This family’s makeshift general store showcases their love for heirlooms and antiques.
Jim and Michele Ducharme make several complex decisions about how their home looks and performs.
An update on the latest industry news from Design & Construction Week’s tenth anniversary event in Las Vegas.
Log home restoration can right a lot of wrongs, but prudent planning pays off in the long run.
Equal parts functional and fanciful, a greenhouse dramatically extends your garden’s bounty and your home’s curb appeal.
Accessibility, functionality and attractiveness are the three keys to owning a home that will make you happy for a lifetime.
In this season of showing your love and appreciation to your loved ones, don't forget to show the same care toward your space.
Identifying the problem is the first step in finding a healthy way to reduce — or even eliminate — the damage caused by insects. …
A key player on your home's team of experts, the HVAC contractor will work with the builder and other contractors to coordinate n…
Houzz's survey of more than 3,600 respondents has determined what homeowners and home pros are searching for when it comes to kit…
While you bask in the warmth of your log home with friends and family, browse our selection of winter finds that are perfect for a new month and new year.
Are you lucky enough to have a waterfront retreat? Enjoy your shoreline to its fullest with these dock design strategies.
After a two-and-a-half-year disruption from the pandemic, homeowners are seeking to expand their living quarters in fun (and pote…
Building a second home can be a winning and affordable proposition. Here’s how.
At the Highcliffe Lodge in Vail, Colorado, rest and relaxation come in the form of a cozy basement wet bar and sitting room, idea…
Get an inside look at the process of planning, designing and building a real log home in this free, on-demand webinar featuring M…
This Pennsylvania dream home, 50 years in the making, proved to be totally worth the wait.
The day the logs are erected is a banner step in the log home building process. Jim and Michele Ducharme share their experience.
What should I consider when buying a new HVAC system for my custom home?
A few strategic power plays can help you make the most of the outdoor space Mother Nature gave you.
Houzz, a leading home renovation and design platform used by professionals and homeowners, has released their trend predictions f…
December is all about holidays and being with loved ones all season long. Make your log home an inviting and festive place by inc…
Gorgeous log walls, rustic stone and heavy timber beams create a backdrop of rich texture and warmth, but the decor details add t…
Set the scene for rest and relaxation with these pieces designed for kicking your feet up.
The average cost of home heating is expected to increase by 17.2% since last winter, according to the National Energy Assistance …
For the pet parent who loves to take their fur friends everywhere, these products can make the trip more enjoyable, whether it's …
A Q&A with Michael Grant of Modern Rustic Homes, a leading log and rustic-home design/build firm, steers the design conversation …