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2 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 CONTENTS february 2023 MONTANA CALLING How one couple spent decades planning their dream retirement home near the Beartooth Mountains. MAINE MAGIC A Florida couple is irresistibly drawn North to a lakeside cabin they now call home six months of the year. AS LUCK MAY HAVE IT Colorado’s high country is the fortunate backdrop of a small-scale, modern timber home interpretation. Log and Timber Home Living® (USPS# 005-515) (ISSN# 2691-0373) is publishedmonthly, except January, April, June and October by the Home Group of Active Interest Media HoldCo, Inc. The known office of publication islocated at 2143 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312. Periodicals Postage paid at Des Moines, IA, and additionalmailing offices. Vol. 40, No. 1. The editorial office islocated at 2143 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312. POSTMASTER: Send address changesto Log and Timber Home Living® , P.O. Box 37274, Boone, IA 50037-0274. SUBSCRIPTIONS: Forsubscription questions or address changes, call 800-234-8496 (U.S. only). US subscription rate $24, Canadian subscription rate $40 USD. CUSTOMER SERVICE: P.O. Box 842, Des Moines, IA 50304-0842 [email protected]. COPYRIGHT: 2023 by Active Interest Media HoldCo, Inc., Des Moines, IA. This publicationmay not be reproduced, either in whole or part, in any formwithout written permission fromthe publisher. PRIVACY STATEMENT: Active Interest Media HoldCo, Inc. is committed to protecting your privacy. For a full copy of our privacy statement, go to aimmedia.com/privacy-policy.

4 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 8 Editor’s Note 10 Savvy Shopper in perfect harmony 12 Fromthe Field be wise as you downsize 16 Take It Outside where’s the fire? 18 Reader Spotlight love at first sight 20 Drawing Board maximize a mini design 24 Destination Log & Timber a family affair 28 Shop the Look home cooking 30 Exceptional Space economies of scale 32 Product Spotlight cut the clutter 36 Floor Plans Deconstructed western romance 64 Dirt to Done can i get a raise? 96 Parting Words home by HOCHSTETLER LOG HOMES photo by KRIS MILLER Crisp winters call for a snug fire in a log or timber frame home. See the rest of this winter wonderland on page 38. featured advertising 73 Free Information Guide 74 Focus on Floor Plans 90 Regional Resource Guide 91 Builder/DealerMarketplace 93 SupplierMarketplace GREAT HOMES come in SMALL PACKAGES GREAT ROOM DINING ROOM DECK PORCH main LAUNDRY KITCHEN BEDROOM upper OPEN TOBELOW BEDROOM LOFT BEDROOM page 58 16 28 take a powder page 46

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8 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 editor’s note DownloadLog&Timber HomeLivingandenjoy itonyouriPad,Kindle andNooktoday! Annualsubscriptions andindividualissues availableforpurchase. loghome.com/digital timberhomeliving. com/digital Sign upforour freebi-weekly newsletter! Social with us! Sign upforour freebi-weekly newsletter! Social with us! loghomeshows.com Like many kids growing up in the 1970s, my summers were spentrunning fromhouse to house to play with the neighborhood kids, blissfully free âîëéßáèè ìäëêáï Ýêà òåàáë ãÝéáï ÇÝßä çåàĊï äëéá äÝà Ý àåĞáîáêð àáïåãêÝðáà Ýßðåòåðõ Ãð ÆÝêêõĊï äëñïá óá ìèÝõáà ČÑġßáč Ãð ÒÝñèĊï äëñïá åð óÝïîááêÝßðåêã ČÎëïð åê ÕìÝßáč (don’t judge –it was a very popularshow at the time). My place, which actually wasmy ãîÝêàìÝîáêðïĊîáïåàáêßá äëïðáà ČÑèõéìåßïč ÞáßÝñïá åð äÝà Ý äñãá ĠÝð õÝîà Ýêà Ý èëó™îåïá óÝèè óá ñïáà âëî áòáîõðäåêã âîëéÝ ÞÝèÝêßá ÞáÝéðë Ý ÞëÞïèáà Ãð ÕðÝßõĊï äëñïá ðäá êÝéá ëâ ðäá ãÝéá óÝï ČÕéÝèè Ôëëéč Ýêà åð óÝï ëñîâÝòëîåðá ÕéÝèè Ôëëéðëëç ìèÝßá ëê ðäá èëêã êÝîîëó ïåàá ìëîßä ðäÝðîÝê ðäá èáêãðä ëâ äáî äëñïá Ýêà åê ðäá ãÝéá óá áÝßä ïáßðåëêáà ëĞ èåððèá ČÝìÝîðéáêðïčðäÝð óá ëñðğððáà óåðä Ý èëñêãá ßäÝåîâëî Ý Þáàžßëñßä Ý makeshift kitchen complete with that plastic food we all played with as kids, decor andmore. The point of the game wasto create a space that was both entertaining and functional—and to do it in the least amount ofroompossible. Then, we lived in it…at least, until our parents called usin forthe night. Ãï óáåîà Ýïåðïëñêàï ÕéÝèè ÔëëéóÝïâñê Öäáîá óÝï Ý ßäÝèèáêãá ðëéÝçåêã ðäá Þáïð space, as well as a sense of accomplishment forresolving the lack ofsquare footage with creativity and style. Anyone canmake a large living area work, but it takesimagination to go tiny. The articlesin thisissue demonstrate thisline of thinking perfectly. Forstarters, our ãë™ðë Þñåèàáî ÆÝê Ïåðßäáèèïáðïðäá ïðëîõ ïðîÝåãäð ëê ïéÝèè™ÞñåèàåêãéõðäïœìÝãá  ÖäáêéÝêÝãåêã áàåðëî ÍÝðäáîåêáÑóáê äÝï ßñîÝðáà Ý ßëèèáßðåëê ëâïÝòòõ Ġëëî ìèÝêïðë èÝõ ðäá ãîëñêàóëîç âëîïéÝèè äëéá ïñßßáïïœßäáßç ðäáéëñð ëê ìÝãá !$ Òèñï óá âáÝðñîá three log, timber and hybrid housesthatshine a spotlight on the joy a petite palace can bring. And in between, we pepperthese pages with an array of ideas and inspiration to help you live well in a smallspace. Ëê ðäá Ýàñèð óëîèà Þñåèàåêã Ý ßñïðëéèëã ëîðåéÞáî äëéá åï êë ãÝéá Þñð åâ õëñ Ýì™ proach the processthe waymy childhood friends and I did thosemany years ago, it can still be a whole lot of fun. Donna Peak Editor-in-Chief See inside this cozy home on pg. 66 Åëòáêðîõ ÎëãÊëéáï ìäëðë ÞõÏÝîç Õëîáêïëê

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12 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 There are a lot ofreasons to build a small home. Some of the most popular ones include saving money, reducing maintenance and improving energy efficiency, just to name a few. But can you really achieve all these goals simply by reducing the amount of square footage you live in? To some degree, the answer is yes; but it’s a little more complicated than simply opting for a smaller footprint. Let’s take a look at a few of the myths and common misconceptions about building a small log or timber home. MYTH #1: You can build a small house anywhere you want. No matter the size, all homes have to meet the codes required by local jurisdictions. This not only includes foundation, plumbing, insulation, electrical and sewage requirements, but also, in some cases, space. Building codes specify items like door openings, mechanical systems, roof pitch and other seemingly innocuous elements, such as the distance from a toilet to a wall or other fixture — all of which will drive the amount of space you need inside. If you’re hoping to build really small (as in a tiny home), local codes may prohibit it, particularly if the house will be a second structure, such an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Even if you have substantial acreage, the building code will govern what you are and aren’t allowed to build. Make sure you understand the requirements of the municipality where you plan to live before you start the process. MYTH #2: A small home will costless to construct. Will a 1,500-square-foot home Be Wise As You Downsize There’s a lot of misinformation about building small.We confront 5 of the most common myths and setthe story straight. ByDanMitchell âîëéðäá ğáèà äåãä ĠåáîïžÕäñððáîïðëßçßëé

14 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 require as many building materials as a 3,500-square-foot structure? Of course not — so, to some degree, there are some savings to be had when you downsize. However, if you look at price per square foot, a small home often costs more. Here’s why. Example: You are planning a 1,200-square-foot home. It still needs a septic system. It still needs a water source. It still needs a power source. These costs don’t change much based on the scale of the house. It will still cost you the same amount of money to attach electrical wiring and a meter to 800 square feet as will to 4,000 square feet. If you will be on well water, the cost to drill the well is the same no matter the size of home. Even septic systems are affected. While a small-scale home, in theory, won’t need a huge septic field, there are still minimums to be met, typically based upon 1,800 square feet of living space. MYTH #3: A small home will be more energy efficient. Depending on how the house was built and insulated, this actually may not be the case. True, there is less square footage to heat and cool, but there also is less material structure to retain and radiate the conditioned air. In addition, having a smaller space with fewer rooms, interior walls and furnishings means that the conditioned air you do generate has no barriers to help it circulate and remain inside. As a result, every time you open an exterior door, that internal air is sucked outside like a vacuum. MYTH #4: A small home will be brighter. You’d think that a home on the smaller side wouldn’t need as much light to brighten the interior. But logic dictates that the shorter your walls (in length or height), the less opportunity there is for windows, which can make a home feel confining. This is one area of design where the small-home buyer really needs to pay attention to detail. You can combat any potential small-space darkness by adding volume to the home and installing transom or clerestory windows where the top of the walls meet the roofline or even at the ridgeline in a skylight-style application. This will generate a substantial amount of natural light during the day, and I’ve seen a number of clients take this approach. However, cabin and cottage tours hundreds ëâ Ġëëî ìèÝêï ÆËÛ åêïìåîÝðåëê maintenance ðåìï Ýêà ðîåßçï ßÝÞåê™îáÝàõ îáßåìáï rustic destinations — îáêðÝè ßÝÞåêï Who doesn’t love the cabin life? * offerssubject to change, ADOBE ©nadianb photo PLUS SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE NEWSLETTER START PLANNING YOUR CABIN GETAWAY TODAY!

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 15 you’re also creating a bigger “box” to heat and cool without adding livable space. So you have to question if it’s smarter to go up in height and keep the square footage small or to increase your footprint to boost your functional space and give you the opportunity to install more conventional windows. MYTH #5: Small homes are built faster. There’s a common misconception that a 1,500 square foot house should be able to be built in half the time as a 3,000 square foot house. That’s simply not the case. Tasks like setting and curing the concrete foundation; installing electrical, plumbing and HVAC; installing roofing; fit and finish work; grading — these all take time for the subcontractors to complete. Not to mention the fact that securing permits and obtaining inspection approvals from these government jurisdictions don’t move any faster just because your house is smaller than the one down the street. Making the decision to build a small home comes down to two things: Is it about a minimalistic philosophy? Or, is it about saving money? The ideal that motivates you will drive your approach to every choice you make, and, with proper consideration each of those choices will combine into a sweet, small home you can cherish for years to come. Dan Mitchell is a builder and a log and timber home educator.He owns Eagle CDI, a construction and development firm based near Knoxville, Tennessee. TIP If you’re going from an oversized PDQVH WR D TXDLQW FRWWDJH ƮJXULQJ out how much space you’ll need to be comfortable can be tough. In builder Dan Mitchell’s experience, to ensure you have enough space for comfortable everyday living and adequate storage for two people, a home should be a minimum of 1,200 square feet. To help determine the amount of square footage you actually require, use the measurements of major items you already own, like your sofa, your refrigerator and stove, your bed, etc., and design each room around the amount of space they consume. Incorporating 9-foot-tall ceilings will make it feel even roomier. In-House Design Department Custom Designs andThousands of Pre-Designed Homes Pre-cut Package with InterLockTM Joinery System for Quick Assembly On-Site One of the Most Comprehensive Packages in the Industry Network of Builders and Representatives Nationwide Generations of Experience Manufacturing and Designing Log Homes Since 1963 Take a 3D Virtual Tour at realloghomes.com/tour www.realloghomes.com Visit our website to browse floor plans, see log home photos, or find the representative nearest you. CONTACT US TODAY TO GET STARTED 800.732.5564

16 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 take it outside I n a small-scale home, where kitchen space is limited, preparing gourmet meals can feel out of reach. But that doesn’t need to be the case. Installing an outdoor oven in your back yard can greatly expand your cooking and entertaining capabilities (and result in some of the most delicious pizza, bread and baked goods you’ve ever tasted). Here are three main questions to consider as you plan your own. 1 Prefab or site-built? If a traditional Italian brick oven is what you fancy, you’d do well to have a professional mason design and install the unit to ensure it functions properly and looks beautiful. However, if you have even some basic masonry skills, you can construct a cob (or earth) oven, which is a small dome made of clay, sand and straw, yourself. To start, a cob oven should be raised off the ground on a brick or cinder block foundation both for safety and stability, as well as to position the opening at a convenient cooking height. Then you’ll need fire brick as a foundation for the oven base, followed by a mound that has an arched opening. The mound is formed with a mixture of sand and clay at a 3:1 ratio, applied to a moist, domeshaped, hollow form (with a hole for Grilling isn’tthe only backyard-cooking game in town.Installing an outdoor ovenwill kick your alfresco food prep up a notch. By ElizabethMillard Where’s the Fire? Photo courtesy ofDanGordon LandscapeArchitect

PIZZAPEELCOMBO $379.99 BERTELLO.COM a pipe chimney), and then covered with damp towels or newspaper to cure. To use the cob oven, you simply burn wood to heat the oven’s masonry dome, remove the fire and then use the heat that has been absorbed into the walls to cook your food. Cob ovens can reach temps up to 700 degrees — perfect for cooking crispy pizza in the matter of minutes. For bread, make sure the temperature is closer to 400 degrees. Don’t feel like a DIY project or balk at the idea of spending money on a mason? No sweat. There are many prefab models on the market, ranging from elaborate, decorative ovens to metal-barrel options created out of large drums. 2 Permanent or portable? For maximum usability, outdoor ovens should be positioned close enough to the house to easily fetch supplies and ingredients, but far enough away to allow a sense of space and openness. When you build an outdoor oven, site selection is important, because it’ll be a fairly permanent, longterm addition to your yard. But if you like the idea of using different spots on your property or stowing equipment away during the winter, consider an oven that’s mobile. Some pre-built ovens have wheels, and others are small enough to be picked up and moved from place to place on a whim. 3 Wood-fired or gas? There’s plenty of charm with wood-fired outdoor ovens, and they’re a traditional, economical choice. But if you’re looking for speed and convenience, there are gas ovens that get you from prep to table quickly. The decision often comes down to what you want to cook the most, and how involved you want to be in the process. Wood-fired ovens are perfect for slow-cooked dishes like roasts, as well as pizzas and breads, and you need to move the wood in the cooking chamber strategically, depending on the dish. These ovens are ideal for cooks who love the process of cooking and enjoy OlgaK-stock.adobe.com hot advice Kiko Denzeris considered the authority on modern applications of traditional earth ovens, and this book is a trusted guide to building and using this time-honored “appliance.” Available at Amazon and at other book retailers. playing around with variables like cooking time. Gas-powered ovens, much like grills, reach high temperatures faster and are easy to adjust. If you tend to prefer a speedy cooking process and more leisurely dining time, this might be the best option for you. Much like any type of landscaping feature, an outdoor kitchen area can be as grand or as modest as you like — either way, an outdoor oven can add to the appeal of your property and give you one more space to relish in the good life. A cob oven can be both an economical and fun choice, if you enjoy the nuances of unique cooking.

18 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY readerspotlight Interior designer CraigDuncan’s vision brought hisNorth Carolina mountain cabin to life. Compiled byKatherineOwen Love at First Sight Photos courtesy ofCraigDuncan Perched atop a mountaintop in western North Carolina, Craig Duncan’s cozy cabin is 1,200 square feet of pure charm. Here, he reflects on the very first time the cozy abode caught his eye. Craig: This cabin was my dad’s. He and his wife were thinking about moving to the beach, and they were selling this place before they moved. I had never seen it before. So, I told my dad I was interested in buying it, and I drove up here with a friend. As soon as we pulled around the corner, I had to do a double take to make sure I had the correct address because it was the most charming place you can imagine. My jaw dropped. I looked at my friend and said, “I don’t care, I want it.” It needed a lot of work, but even so, it was just magical from the minute I saw it. On the outside, the logs were a honey color, but I updated them with a charcoal-gray stain. The roof was this brown asphalt shingle, and I had that changed to a dark-green metal. The interior was not in great shape either, but I moved what I called my “fancier” furniture up here, and it all worked so beautifully. I have three dogs, Brutus, Max and Buddy, and that was one of the main before after before after

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20 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 Whatever your reason for building small – budget, downsizing, property requirements or just the downright charm of petite plans — smart design can save you from big expenses and hassles. These expert design tips will help you max out your diminutive dream home. Here’s what to consider: 1START WITH YOUR MOTIVATION “How will this home be used?” asks Brian Sielaff, the CEO and managing partner of Tamarack Grove Engineering. This is one of the first questions buyers should ask themselves. Whether this new home is a quick weekend getaway for two, a future forever home, a haven for hosting big family gatherings or a rental property for passive income on the side, Brian explains that each of these situations requires a different design strategy. For example: “If this new home will host large family gatherings, then you will probably need to invest in a larger kitchen and perhaps even a bar area,” he advises. 2 DEFINE YOUR DESIGN NEEDS Next, finesse that motivation into a more concrete list of wants and needs. Chris Nolan, sales and design consultant at Discovery Dream Homes suggests that when strategizing a small space, specificity matters. “Start with your lot, then lifestyle, then living needs,” he explains. “Make a wish list of all the wants and narrow that down to what you really need.” 3 EDIT THE BEDROOMS One of the first places to Coventry LogHomes photo byMark Sorenson drawing board Sometimes, you have to dream big to build small.Here’s how. ByCharles Bevier Maximize a Mini Design Sometimes, you have to dream big to build small.Here’s how. ByCharles Bevier

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 21 begin whittling the square footage is the bedrooms. “The main goal with bedrooms is to rest and recharge,” says Brian. One doesn’t need much more square footage than enough to accommodate a bed and move easily about the room. This is especially true if you are specifying custom organizers that can maximize bedroom closet space. Many closet organizers even offer online tools to design it yourself, or you can ask the company’s design team with years of experience to share their input. (Learn more about storage and organization trends on page 32.) 4 DITCH THE DEDICATED DINING ROOM Open floor plans where the great room, kitchen and dining area are grouped together are one of the most efficient uses of your square footage — especially in a petite plan. The open concept provides flexible, versatile areas within a single space. This makes the floor plan flow, with spaces that aren’t constrained by walls or the loss of square footage to dead zones like hallways. Finally, open sight lines create the feeling of more space without adding to the budget. 1.800.643.3786 Quickest Install = Lower Construction Costs Higher Energy Efficiency = Savings Lifetime Durability = Savings Complete Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) Systems for Log, Timber Frame & Conventional Construction ISIP® & INTERGROOVE® Contact us to learn more about www.eaglepanelsystems.com [email protected] Call today for a free information packet and DVD, and a no cost estimate of your plans. 1979-2014 35 Years Tongue & Groove Roof Systems

22 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 Coventry LogHomes photo byMark Sorenson See inside this cozy home on pg. 66 Using steel cable in lieu of balusters to support the stairs and loft railings keeps these areas from feeling visually heavy while still ensuring safety.

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 23 5INCORPORATE OUTDOOR SPACES Look for ways to make your floor plan seem larger by connecting indoorrooms to the exteriorliving spaces of your home. Sliding glass doors, innovative folding glass doors like those from NanaWall or even just large windows strengthen that connection with the outdoors. Additionally, covering and enclosing porches, decks and patios expand their usability throughout the year, adding extra rooms to your home, particularly for entertaining. 6 VARY CEILING HEIGHTS One of the oldest design adages is, “if you can’t go out, go up.” Vaulted ceilings provide a way to make any space feel much larger. Adding timber frame trusses or a timber barrel ceiling over the great room, kitchen and dining area will add instant spaciousness to your home’s design. 7 BUDGET FOR Ä×ËÎÖ«ËÐÕ To combat clutter and congestion, consider allocating funds for built-ins within your budget wherever possible. This can include the kitchen, dining area, bedrooms, baths and entryways. These areas can serve as drop zones and charging areas for devices), while keeping your life organized. 8 TAKE IT TO THE TOP Historically, clerestory windows were found in ancient temples, Roman basilicas and Gothic churches. Their purpose is to admit light, fresh air or both. When installed in homes, this type of window not only adds illumination and, therefore, the feeling of airiness, it also can be a low-cost way to cool the structure in warm summer months, as the hotter air naturally rises up and out of the structure. Whichever strategy you take, careful planning and thoughtful design will result in an efficient little home that lives larger than you ever thought was possible.

24 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 I f there’s one thing Todd Harman, managing owner of Harman’s Log Cabins in West Virginia, wants you to know about the rental cabin destination his family started generations ago, it’s that there’s something for everyone. From fishermen to fitness junkies, couples to corporate retreats. “You can do just about anything, whether you’re looking for adventure or rest and relaxation,” he explains. “Truly, it’s right here at your fingertips.” But no matter what brings you to Harman’s Log Cabins, there’s a good chance you’ll come as a guest and leave as kin. As Todd says, “Some of our customers are guests who become friends who become family. And we sure have a lot of them who are becoming family.” It only makes sense, seeing how family is how the property got its start. In 1939, Todd’s grandparents, Fred and Thera Mae Harman, started North Fork Cabins, and it’s been a family affair since. Todd and his wife were married on the property and much of what you see on site was built by his cousin, Fred. When Todd goes “home,” he stays in a cabin. The property has grown and changed since the days “when the bath was the river and a bar of soap,” as Todd puts it. In November 1985, the great flood of West Virginia wiped out destination log&timber Photos courtesyHarman’s LogCabins

26 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 many of the original cabins, taking trees and rocks with it. But in the mid-90s and again in the early 2000s, they built new, and eventually brought the cabin count up to the 21 charming abodes you can rent today. The cabins range from one to four bedrooms, but all come with luxury touches like private outdoor hot tubs, full kitchens, Wi-Fi and more. And the property may have 80- plus years and three generations in the books, but it’s still growing. Todd explains they are planning to introduce even more wellness programing, including the addition of gyms and spas. When you’re not curled up by the fire in your cozy quarters, the North Fork River awaits you just outside; most of the cabins overlook the water. Just a quick drive from the property, you’ll find several of West Virginia’s most beloved features, like Seneca Rocks, the Dolly Sods Wilderness, Blackwater Falls State Park and more. There’s hiking, climbing, fishing, skiing, bird watching, horseback riding, ziplining — the list goes on. Even with all there is to do, a quiet cabin weekend is often all you need. “If you do nothing but sit in the cabin and gaze at the fire or go outside, make s’mores, walk along the river and never leave the property, it’s just so amazing,” sighs Todd. “The property is truly one of the jewels of this whole region.” BOOK YOURTRIP Learnmore and reserve your own slice ofWestVirginia heaven at wvlogcabins.com Photos courtesyHarman’s LogCabins

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30 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 The kitchen is the heart of the home – especially when the house is a mere 980 square feet. Clever choices allow the owners of this renovated northwest Wisconsin retreat to use every inch to its smartest. 1. The white pine timberframe does more than supportthe structure and add classic cottage charm, it’s a convenient spot to hang castiron pans and stash other kitchen utensils. Open shelving and a wall-mounted pegboard display the rest. 2. The cabin, a treasured family getaway since the 1990s, is occupied only for a week at a time, so full-size appliances were unnecessary. Instead, owner Doug Beilfuss (who worked alongside his parents to build the home and ultimately founded his own timberframe company) opted for a 2-foot-wide GE refrigerator and a 24-inch Bertazzonirange.  5LFK GDUN VWDLQ RQ WKH KDUGZRRG ưRRUV and countertops allows the pale blond shade ofthe maple cabinets and pine posts, beams and rafters to stand out. 4. Strategically placed awning windows, track task lighting and Scandinavianinspired pendants wash the kitchen in warm,functional light. TimberProvider:CustomTimber Frames PhotobyGlennSanderson 2 4 exceptionalspace Economies of SCALE

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32 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 productspotlight Perform a quick search on Instagram or Pinterest for “storage ideas” or “organization tips” and you’ll find post after post, pin after pin, of rainbow-hued pantries organized in aesthetically pleasing and perfectly labeled containers or refrigerators bursting with raw produce, all enticingly arranged in just-right bowls, trays and jars. But do any of these systems really work? As tempting as those pictureperfect pantries are, storage systems are subjective and should be based on how you live, particularly in petite homes where every square foot (nay, inch!) counts. Here, we outline some trending solutions to streamline your storage in the three rooms where clutter loves to collect the most. In the Kitchen: APPLIANCE GARAGE Air fryers, Instant Pots, Keurigs, pellet ice machines and more … the list goes on. Modern technology has led to some delicious innovations in the kitchen but also more countertop clutter than ever. The solution may be something old school. Enter: the appliance garage. This clever system for stashing counterhogging kitchen devices (and their pesky cords) is trending again as technology plays a greater role in the kitchen than ever before. These special “garages” take the form of a large, counter-height cabinet where you can store everything from a stand mixer to Step up your storage with simple solutions made forreal life. ByKatherineOwen Wall Appliance Garage kraftmaid.com

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 33 an espresso machine (often at the same time). Modern designs ditch the roll-up door for chic cabinet panels that blend seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen. Outlets dial up the functionality (particularly as a coffee station), and if your cabinet is tall enough, interior shelves max out your storage. In the Bathroom: SNEAKY STORAGE Compact bathrooms call for a little creativity. Think on a micro-scale, and forget square feet: Where can you squeeze in a few more square inches? It could make all the difference. Start under the sink. No matter your setup, there is storage space to spare. (Yes, even pedestal sinks!) Fake it with a wall-mounted sink cabinet that goes around the base or a pair of inverted corner shelves around the pipe. For vanities, if you’re not using shelves and drawers under the sink, you’re leaving storage space on the table. Wall-Mounted Sink Cabinet $161, overstock.com RÅGRUND $50, ikea.com Yamazaki Rolling Cart $145, crateandbarrel.com Brown Pull-Out Drawer $215, wayfair.com DIAM. STANDARD CABIN 6” N/A $4.10 L.F. 7” $6.28 L.F. $5.78 L.F. 8” $7.84 L.F. $7.18 L.F. 9” $10.66 L.F. $9.80 L.F. 10” $13.70 L.F. $12.44 L.F. 12” $19.98 L.F. $17.70 L.F. 14” $25.54 L.F. $23.30 L.F. “ACCESSORIES” Milled log railing _ _ _ _ _ _ _ $20/lin. ft. Hand peeled log railing _ _ _ $24/lin. ft. Log stair sets _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _From $2,120 1” X 6”T&G decking _ _ _ _ _ $1.15/lin. ft. 2” X 6”T&G decking _ _ _ _ _ $2.82/lin. ft. Log Jam chinking (5 gal) ...................................... $278.09 Log Jam chinking (case) ...................................... $206.90 Transformation L&T stain (5 gal) ......................... $494.99 Capture stain (5 gal).............................................. $331.19 *Sashco products may qualify for free shipping

34 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 Insertable drawers come in an endless array of setups so you can strategize for what you need to store—whether that’s styling tools, cleaning supplies, backup bath and body products, linens or otherwise. Go behind the mirror. Medicine cabinets are a given, but are you missing storage space behind your full-length mirror? Whether over-the-door or standalone, mirrors made with jewelry storage in mind can work double duty for makeup and other small toiletries. Look in the nooks and crannies. In between cabinets or beside the toilet, if you’ve got dead space that’s even just 5 inches wide, you’ve got the potential for storage. Slender rolling shelves offer a sneaky and strategic way to hide toilet paper and other bathroom essentials and open up valuable storage options elsewhere for more frequently reached-for items. In Bonus Spaces: ÄÑÑÍ« SHELF BOUNDARIES The advent ofremote work changed the way we live in, decorate and lay out our homes. Design trends show an increase in dedicated spaces within the home — for work, exercise, play and more. But for homes that now need to pull doubleduty but don’t have the luxury of a complete remodel orthe square footage for more rooms, the simple addition of smart and chic shelf storage can be enough to create the illusion of dedicated “zones.” On top of that, shelves are the simplest way to boost your storage and display space. Etageres set the stage for an elegant display of treasures, awards, books and more, while units with drawers and cabinets offer a convenient place to stash unsightly office supplies, papers and other clutter. In modestly sized homes, even the smallest strategy can have a big impact. Start with these spaces, and you’ll be well on your way to a home that’s efficient in size and function. Himari Etagere Bookcase $284, wayfair.com Reinetta Steel Etagere Bookcase $240, wayfair.com

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36 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 Ġëëî ìèÝêï àáßëêïðîñßðáà Western Romance Nostalgia can be a powerful motivator. Often, we design our futures in a way that honors and builds upon our past. This is particularly evident in home design — both decorative and structural — and it’s what drove one couple to re-create the pioneer spirit of the Old West in New Hampshire. OwnersCathy andGaryWellswere inspired by homesteadstheysawduring visitsto the Lake ÖÝäëá ÝîáÝÉÝîõ åê ìÝîðåßñèÝî âáèð Ýê Ýġêåðõ êëð onlyto the log and timber architecture ofthe region, but also to itsrugged, heavilywooded terrain. He yearned to bring thatWestern inspiration back home toNewEngland, and the couple achieved that aesthetic in a ranch-style homewith awalkout basement. Even though the house technically can be considered to clock in attwo levels, allthemain living spaces, including the primary Þáàîëëé Ýîá ëê ðäáéÝåê Ġëëî Ãêà âîëéðäá âîëêð facade, itis every bittheWestern ranch. THE LOW DOWN Want to see more of thisranch-style charmer? Be sure to get your copy of Log & Timber Favorite Homes 2023, on newsstands January 31. Or, buy one direct at loghome.com/magazine. ÒäëðëãîÝìäõ ÞõÉÄÊÒäëðëãîÝìäõ

HOME DETAILS SQUARE FOOTAGE 1,808main level BEDROOMS BATHS 3 2 ÆÇÕËÉÐÇÔ°ÎÑÉÒÔÑØËÆÇÔ REAL LOG HOMES 1. By adding a variety of porch options (two covered, one open), you can enjoy the outdoors no matter the weather. 2. The kitchen is an open-galley design. All the appliances and cabinetry are arranged in a linear fashion, but instead of hiding the kitchen behind a wall, a long narrow island provides the “enclosure.” 3. The entire right side of the home is devoted to the owners’retreat. The primary bathroom’s size rivals the square footage of the bedroom.  $ -DFNDQG-LOO EDWKURRP LV DQ HƱFLHQW DQG economical solution for secondary bedrooms. BEDROOM BEDROOM FOYER W.I.C. KITCHEN PRIMARY BEDROOM P. BATH DINING ROOM VERANDA GREAT ROOM COVERED PORCH COVERED PORCH basement not shown The Inside Scoop Q A wide-open foyer immediately ushers you into the great room, creating an informal, welcoming entryway and offering an unobstructed line of sight to the rear covered porch. Q The plan is a square central core flanked by two rectangular wings — a linear layout that gets a design boost by offsetting the primary bedroom wing. This arrangement also provides direct access from the bedroom to the veranda. Q The Wells chose Real Log Homes’ 12-inch-high “Classic Appalachian” dovetailed logs to bring the plan to life. The larger diameter adds height, which means that they could achieve volume in the home with fewer log courses. 2 1 3 4

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 From David and Camille’s home, they can see Montana’s highest point, Granite Peak, but no neighbors. “Our road only has three homes on it,” says David. “The space between us and the mountains is mostly all range land. There’s cows, but that’s pretty much all you can see.”

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40 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 amille and David Crago’s journey from a suburb of Columbus, Ohio, to their forever home in the town of Columbus, Montana, began decades ago during family vacations, while their children were still babies. They loved the Treasure State’s oversized mountains, wide expanses and clean, crisp air. “We always hoped we’d end up there,” Camille reflects. So, when all three of their adult children relocated to Big Sky Country in the early 2000s, they knew it was time to leave their two-story colonial in the Midwest and retire in Montana – especially with nine grandchildren waiting for them. Their desire to live in a log home grew over decades, too. “When David and I decided we were getting married,” Camille recalls, “he built me a toy log home with Lincoln Logs and left a hole in the roof to save up money for getting married.” Coincidence, or foreshadowing? Either way, when contemplating retirement many years later, they began to plan the log home of their dreams – and Montana was the perfect setting. In 2013, they purchased 37 acres in Columbus – a remote location only one mile up the hill from one son and about two miles from another, with their daughter in nearby Red Lodge. The land sits north of the Beartooth Mountains, with hardly another home in sight. “We see the north side of the mountains that are the boundary of Yellowstone,” David explains. Camille adds, “The mountain views are the most striking thing — when you come from flat Ohio, it’s hard not to be impressed with that.” Prior to moving, the Cragos spent years attending log home shows, popping by model homes and researching. Doug Coen, a sales and A patinaed black beechwood finish on the kitchen cabinetry and the dark quartz countertops provide dramatic contrast to the home’s abundance of pale, natural wood tones. The copper kitchen sink, range hood and pendant lighting – plus a few glass-fronted upper cabinets – add additional textures to highlight all the wood.

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 41 For the roughly 4-foot custom elk antler chandelier – which is purposely offset from the gas fireplace to dramatize both features – Camille worked with a Montana artisan to design a piece befitting the room’s scale.

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LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 43 HOME DETAILS SQUARE FOOTAGE 3,800 BEDROOMS 3 BATHS 3 full, 1 half ÆÇÕËÉÐÇÔ°ÎÑÉÒÔÑØËÆÇÔ HOCHSTETLER LOG HOMES hochstetlerloghomes.com main OPEN TOBELOW GARAGE DECK PORCH SUNROOM LOFT MUD LNDRY. GREAT ROOM DINING ROOM PRIMARY BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM WIC KITCHEN upper basement not shown The great room’s cathedral ceiling showcases Hochstetler’s true post-and-beam roofing system with heavy-duty Douglas fir timbers, excellently suited to bear the snow load of Montana winters. Hickory hardwood floors run through the open-concept great room into the kitchen and dining area, which are tucked below the loft to give an intimate feeling. (including basement)

44 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 1 2 special CAMILLE & DAVID ‘S spaces design consultant with Hochstetler Log Homes in Loudonville, Ohio, recalls first meeting them in 2008. They connected a few more times over the years until, in 2015, they were finally ready to turn their dreams into blueprints. Doug says all that research really paid off: “They knew what they wanted, and the process was very easy.” In fact, Camille and David had toured a Hochstetler home — based on the company’s popular McKay 44 floor plan — with customizations that, serendipitously, already matched many of their needs and wants. With that starting point and Doug’s help, they designed their three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, 3,800-squarefoot-home (including a finished basement), built from 8-inch-diameter eastern white pine logs in a D-shaped profile. Camille and David designed the home to allow them to live independently as they age, with 36-inchwide interior doorways to accommodate wheelchairs, and all must-have spaces on the open-concept main floor: the primary bedroom suite, the laundry room, the kitchen, the dining room and the great room, plus a sunroom, mudroom and a half-bath. On the second floor and in the basement, they included ample room for more of what they love — their kids, grandkids and books. The home’s loft boasts a floor-to-ceiling library, two bedrooms and a full bath. In the basement, more custom shelving overlooks a family room (what Camille calls a “free-fire zone” for grandkids), a kitchenette, a full bath and a bunk room that can sleep six. Construction lasted from fall of 2016 to spring of 2017. Camille, already retired from a nursing career of more

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 45 3 1 Perhapsmoststunning of all isthe sunroom, with its 180-degreemountain views. Öäåï óÝï Ýéñïð™äÝòá âëî ðäá ÅîÝãëï óäë âáèð ÊëßäïðáðèáîĊï àáïåãê óåðä èÝîãá ğôáà™ ãèÝïï Ãêàáîïáê ìåßðñîá óåêàëóï óëñèà ëĞáî ðäáéëïð ñêáêßñéÞáîáà òåáó ëâ ðäá Montanamountains. 2 Ëê ðäá èëâð äåßçëîõ ÞëëçßÝïáïîñê Ýèè ðäá óÝõ ñì ðë ðäá ðëì ëâ ðäá ßÝðäáàîÝè ßáåèåê㠚 Ý äáÝòõ ßñïðëéåöÝðåëê îáíñåîåêã Ý èåððèá áôðîÝ ìèÝêêåêã âîëé ÊëßäïðáðèáîĊï ÝîßäåðáßðñîÝè áêãåêááî Õðáòá Îõçåêï Öäåï ñìïðÝåîïèåÞîÝîõ ßëêðÝåêï Ýèè êëê™ğßðåëê ðåðèáï Ãòåà îáÝàáîï ÅÝéåèèá Ýêà ÆÝòåà óÝêðáà ðë ÝßßëééëàÝðá ðäáåî  volumesin the home. 3 Öäá ìîåéÝîõ Þáàîëëéïñåðá Ýêà óÝèç™åê ßèëïáð ãÝåêáà ïíñÝîá âëëðÝãá Þõéëòåêã ðäá èÝñêàîõðë ðäá ÞîááöáóÝõèáÝàåêã ðë ðäá ãÝîÝãá Ùäáîá ìëïïåÞèá ÆÝòåà Ýêà ÅÝéåèèá ßäëïá ïèåàåêã ëî ìëßçáð àëëîïðë ïÝòá ïìÝßá ðëë 4 Ëê Þëðä ðäåï ÞÝðäîëëéÝêà ðäá ïñêîëëéïíñÝîá ßáîÝéåß ðåèáï Ýîá ëîåáêðáà diagonallyto add visual interest and contrast. “I wastrying to stay awayfromeveryðäåêã Þáåêã ðëëéëêëßäîëéÝðåßč ÅÝéåèèá ïÝõï ČËð äÝï Ý èåððèá Þåð ëâ Þáåãá Ýêà Þîëóê ãîÝõï Ýêà ÞèÝßçï Ýêà Ýààïïëéáéëòáéáêðč than 40 years, spent much of that time in Montana to oversee the process and spend time with the kids. In May 2021, after David’s retirement from higher education administration, they both left Ohio behind to enjoy their forever home full time. Camille reflects, “We get to use this house, every square inch of it, almost daily. It’s very comfortable. It’s really a great feeling that you can actually use all the space you’ve created.” Not only that, but every day they enjoy 180-degree mountain views of the beloved Montana landscape they fell in love with decades ago. 4

46 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 Don’t underestimate the power of a good powderroom.Here’swhy half-baths deserve yourfull attention. ByDonna Peak Aspen LeafInteriors photo by TomZikas

LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 47 As any designer, builder or real estate agent will tell you, kitchens and bathrooms are the most vital, most complicated, most expensive rooms in the house. They have the most infrastructure and the most fixtures, so it stands to reason that they also entail the most decisions. Despite this knowledge, it’s easy to brush the half-bath aside. Sure, most modern homes have one, but how much thought and care are really put into them? It’s a toilet and a sink, right? Add a door … done. But more people will see and use this loo than will ever step foot in your home’s primary bathroom. What impression will it make? Is it in a logical place in your plan — one that affords comfortable, private use? The last thing you want is to move in and realize your half-bath doesn’t live up to your full expectations. So plan it purposefully, and preferably before it’s time for the plumbing contractor to put in the pipes. Here are a few points to ponder. PURPOSE First, decide if a half-bath is even necessary in your house. Some homes do well only with full bathrooms. Particularly if your design preference leans toward a single-level ranch, you could economize by intending a secondary full bath to be communal. However, if you’ll live in a multilevel home and you don’t want party guests climbing stairs or tramping through bedrooms to use the facilities, then your layout likely calls for a powder room. The degree to which you decorate your half-bath will depend largely on how public a space you intend. Half-baths offer the opportunity to express yourself and coordinate the room with the rest of the house. You can set a formal or informal tone and go contemporary or vintage, even whimsical, if that’s your wish. However you decorate it, give it personality. RIGHT:Coventry LogHomes photo byMark Sorenson; FARRIGHT:Colorado Timberframe photo byMark Sorenson

48 LOG & TIMBER HOME LIVING FEBRUARY 2023 TetonHeritage Builders photo Walls can be painted, papered or tiled. Flooring can be plain or fancy. Just be consistent with your overall approach. Half-baths aren’t just for company, however. Even family members may find them useful, especially in larger homes where the full baths near bedrooms are far away or up a flight of stairs. Half-baths also aren’t merely a large-home luxury. They prove economical in smaller homes, too. You can cluster kids’ quarters and guestrooms near a powder room to provide access to all but the shower and tub, and, when those fixtures are needed, they can take turns in the nearest full bath. Meanwhile, this half-bath should have room for toothbrushes and toiletries, shelves and hangers and whatever else helps the room function to its fullest. LOCATION Half-baths tend to go where guests gather – this usually translates to the kitchen and living room. But I, personally have few pet peeves when it comes to their placement in the floor plan. In my opinion, for everyone’s comfort and privacy, a powder room should never open directly into either of these spaces. There needs to be some separation built into the location. One ideal spot is in a recessed nook near the front entry of the home. (This also affords you a place to check your look as you head out for the day.) Another prime place is just off the kitchen as part of a mudroom, which has the added benefit of direct access to a sink where you can wash up after doing some yard work or car maintenance. Or, rather than carve out space for a half-bath, look for dead zones in your home’s layout. Beneath the stairs can be a clever and handy solution. SIZE The premise of a half-bath is convenience, but don’t neglect comfort. Twenty square feet is the bare minimum; 36 square feet is more practical, but it doesn’t have to be square at all. A long, narrow room, with the toilet at one end and the sink at the other, does the trick just fine. More space is a luxury, but devoting too much space misses the point. PORCH GARAGE DECK KITCHEN LND. LIVING ROOM DINING AREA ÕÅÔÇÇÐÇÆ«ËÐ PORCH PRIMARY BEDROOM DID YOU KNOW? Incorporating a half-bath into your plans will add about 10% to your home’s overall value. Source: ibuyer.com Estemerwalt LogHomes plan