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.
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 home — and what he wishes he could change.
Want to know how a pro goes about picking the right property and preparing it for building? Check in with third-generation log home devotee, Zach Parmeter, as we enter Part 2 of his journey to craft a custom log home.
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 and Becky can enjoy log home living.
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 ...
It’s finally log delivery day for Becky and Gary, and through all their excitement, they realize the most important player in t...
Hiring an experienced, professional builder is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in the entire log home process. Our Log Home Journeyman shares his thoughts (and experience) on the matter.
With plans in place, it’s finally time for Gary and Becky to break ground and order their log package.
After a false start, Gary and Becky Saymansky create their ideal design and get one step closer to log home living.
The log home journey begins for Gary and Becky Saymansky! Come along with us as they plan, build and achieve their dream log ho...
The kitchen truly is the heart of the home, and as the Murphys’ house inches closer to completion, they don’t miss a beat when it comes to outfitting their kitchen on a budget.
The Murphy family has reached their destination! After years of planning and months of construction, they've finally moved into their dream hybrid log home.
The kitchen truly is the heart of the home, and as the Murphys’ house inches closer to completion, they don’t miss a beat when ...
Sean and Amanda catch a glimpse of the finish line and decide it’s time to invest some of their own labor and talents to the construction of their New Jersey log home.
The logs have arrived, and as the Murphys watch their home take shape, they are introduced to a very special member of the construction team: their “Log Dog.”
