For years, the log home industry has created a perception that Building a Lifestyle means buying a kit. In industry terms, a log kit is also called a “dry-in” or structural shell package. It typically includes the exterior log walls, windows, doors, and basic...
Good design If you don’t instantly recognize good design, you are more likely to feel it. You are immediately comfortable with your surroundings, the fit and function just feels right. This is true, be it a hand held object such as a cell phone, the ride you...
A new Trulia survey suggest that 41% of Americans would prefer to buy or build a new home than purchase an existing home. Of those that would prefer a new home, just under half would be willing to pay more for the new home. The challenge is it still costs more to...
Financing Your New Home In the old days anyone could get a loan to buy or build a home. However, with tighter regulation on lending practices, the pendulum has swung and we are faced with new challenges when deciding to finance your home. It is important...
Design/Build Process If you decide to have your home designed and built, it is important to do your homework. First, make a list of the features important to you and then go back to your list and mark those features that you are NOT willing to compromise....
