Bickering over differing design ideas? Conversation and compromise go a long way toward creating a log home floor plan you’ll both love.
The idea that opposites attract may certainly ring true in the realm of relationships, but when it comes to home design, incompatibly could be a recipe for disaster.
"People often go into a home project with two different ideas," explains Jay Parmeter, president of Gold Eagle Log Homes in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. “And, in a log home, every single wall and ceiling has to be talked about, so there is a great deal of thinking, discussion and compromise that needs to take place.”
The good news is that with the right attitude and sufficient planning, you can indeed achieve floor plan harmony (no matter how different your tastes may be), creating a home that all parties will love. Here’s how to get started.
Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Whether you’re building a house with your soul mate, a family member or a friend, disagreements are bound to pop up; after all, no two people, nor their needs, are exactly alike.
“Each person may love log homes, but for different reasons,” explains Karen Youngstrom of Yellowstone Log Homes in Rigby, Idaho. “One may view it as a perfect getaway for fishing and outdoor sports, while the other loves it for its coziness — a place to get all the family together.”
Another issue that may fuel the fire is the dynamics of modern relationships. “Modern couples oftentimes lead very independent lives,” shares Allen Halcomb of MossCreek Designs. “Designing a house requires a higher level of agreement and interaction than may be the norm for them.”
The Biggest Battles
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The Quest For H2O
A combination of research, technology and planning will help you tap into your subterranean water source.
Out Of The Woods
Furniture maker Bob Brown has a unique approach to his craft — he lets the wood tell him what it wants to be.
Second Nature
A young family builds their all-natural vacation retreat in the lush forests of Ohio’s Hocking Hills.
From Missiles To Muses
This self-taught woodcarver used to design warheads for a living. Now his attention has turned to more tranquil and inspiring projects.
Living On The (Modern) Edge
Living On The (Modern) Edge
Build It Yourself: Double Porch Rocker
With its solid construction and classic design, this rocker is sure to be the most relaxing project you have ever built.
Metal Roof Maintenance
Here’s the down-and-dirty scoop on cleaning and maintaining a metal roof.
Secret Stash
Storage is at a premium in any home, no matter its size. But the smaller a house is, the more efficiently it has to perform. If your big dream is for a little log cabin, here are 11 unexpected ways you can boost its storage space without upping its square footage.
Nature's Course
Golf legend Arnold Palmer’s family gives new life to a vintage barn.
Home (Be)Coming
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.
