Dirt to Done
Go on the log home journey with Log Home Living as we follow real people who build their dream home from the ground up. We address common problems and the simple joys that come with making this commitment.

The log home journey isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon. And as Sean Murphy and his family discovered in the sacrifices of building a log home, perseverance and patience go a long way to crossing the finish line.
The day the logs are erected is a banner step in the log home building process. Jim and Michele Ducharme share their experience.
Jim and Michele Ducharme take the crucial next step of their log home odyssey — they prepare the property for construction.
As part of our "Dirt to Done" series, join us for an interview with Coventry's Mark Elliott and writer Mike Haskew as they talk...
With feet firmly grounded in the present but an eye turned toward the future, the Ducharmes embark on one of the most exciting ...
Our popular project chronicle is back with a brand-new log home! Follow along the journey of planning, designing and building a...
This Wisconsin bachelor pad set the stage for romance and, now, married bliss in this final installation (the big reveal!) of o...
As Zach Parmeter’s home building journey winds down, get inspired with a glimpse at the interior finishes of his log-and-timber...
A smart selection of materials come together on the exterior of this half-log hybrid home.
Select and position your home’s utility systems carefully to ensure day-to-day comfort, improve efficiency and reduce long-term...
Far from dull, the rough-in process offers homeowners an opportunity to personalize the look and feel of their finished home.
The latest update from our Dirt-to-Done log home journey:
In this installment of our Dirt to Done series, here’s a look at how Zach Parmeter approached the design process of his own hom...
Want to know how a pro goes about picking the right property and preparing it for building? Check in with third-generation log ...
Zach Parmeter, a third-generation log home producer, begins his journey to create a new custom log-and-timber home of his own.
With a few minor interior finishes and the exterior stain and landscape complete, the construction process has ended. Now, Gary...
Like many log homeowners living in rural areas, our Log Home Journey couple turns to a well to supply their water.
With the shell enclosed and the home weather tight, the next step in the construction of Gary and Becky’s log home is to power ...