Country's Best Log Homes - Country's Best Log Homes January 2006

Country's Best Log Homes January 2006

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AMONG THE PEAKS: Nothing like an old-time, dark space, a modern log home is fi lled with light and plenty of space for visiting family.
SOUTHERN COMFORTS: In a Florida landscape filled with pine and deer, a cypress home is thoughtfully designed for all ages.
PART THREE: CLOSING IN: See the shell of the Country's Best showcase home take shape, as well as deal with a number of topics that are always interesting to the homeowner and curious onlooker.
DECK THE HALLS: Get lots of inspiration for decorating your log home in our Christmas photo gallery.
"IT'S A PART OF ME:" When the logs were on the way to the building site and the general contractor walked away from the project, one woman stepped up and took on the job.
TENNESSEE COWBOY: It may be in Tennessee, but this log home refl ects its owners' love of the Old West of the 1800s.
STUNNING SECOND IMPRESSIONS: A Pennsylvania log home offers a family of six plenty of room to play—and grow.

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DESIGN: Often the focal point of the great room, today's fireplaces are designed to be both energy-effi cient and beautiful.
DESTINATIONS: The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is a feast for the eyes and an inspiration to future log home owners.
BUILDING: The roof you select for your log home will affect its style, energy efficiency, and cost.
DECORATING: Before you move and pitch anything, consider these suggestions for a smoother transition to your log home.
COMMUNITIES: Is living in a log home community for you?
MONEY MATTERS: Getting the best appraisal for your home is an important part of the loan process.