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Inspiration for a timeless white two-story wood gable roof remodel in Minneapolis

All Cedar Log Cabin the beautiful pines of AZ Elmira Stove Works appliances Photos by Mark Boisclair
Inspiration for a large rustic l-shaped slate floor and gray floor open concept kitchen remodel in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, limestone countertops, wood backsplash, black appliances, an island and dark wood cabinets

This beautiful lake and snow lodge site on the waters edge of Lake Sunapee, and only one mile from Mt Sunapee Ski and Snowboard Resort. The home features conventional and timber frame construction. MossCreek's exquisite use of exterior materials include poplar bark, antique log siding with dovetail corners, hand cut timber frame, barn board siding and local river stone piers and foundation. Inside, the home features reclaimed barn wood walls, floors and ceilings.

Exterior view of white home on Sullivan's Island by Sea Island Builders. Shutters typical of beach style home on white island.
Inspiration for a tropical white two-story wood exterior home remodel in Charleston

Chicago, IL Exterior Siding Remodel. This Chicago, IL Dutch Colonial Style Home was remodeled by Siding & Windows Group with James HardiePlank Select Cedarmill Lap Siding and HardieTrim Smooth Boards in ColorPlus Technology Color Arctic White plus Hardie Soffit. Also re-did Arched Front Entry, installed Vinyl Fypon Shutters in Black with crossheads, top and bottom frieze boards.

The Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway. The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views. Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel. To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection. “Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.” The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space. An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light. When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons: 1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.” 2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.” 3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.” 4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.” Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.” The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.

The Best Way to Build a Log Home. EverLog™ Systems family of concrete log home products offer the exact look and texture of natural wood cabin logs while eliminating the problems commonly associated with wood log home construction.

This project features Rocky Mountain Log Home's historical siding. Cut from Logs that have aged in the forest, historical log siding preserves the tree's bark and cambium layer to showcase a rough, antiqued finish.

Example of a mid-sized trendy gray two-story concrete fiberboard house exterior design in Other with a shed roof and a metal roof

Trestlewood processes hand-hewn sleepers into Hand-Hewn Skins, a unique 2" siding which is unmatched in character and beauty. Hand Hewn Siding is generally installed with chinking in between the slabs. It may be installed with "tails" which can be used to create dove tails at each of the corners of the house. Available Configurations: Log stack or log stack with tails. We also invite you to consider our Reclaimed Hand-Hewn Middles and NatureAged Hand-Hewn as hand-hewn siding option

The Vineyard Farmhouse in the Peninsula at Rough Hollow. This 2017 Greater Austin Parade Home was designed and built by Jenkins Custom Homes. Cedar Siding and the Pine for the soffits and ceilings was provided by TimberTown.

Located in the exclusive development of Bachelor Gulch, CO this ski-in, ski-out home’s design recalls the historic lodges of the West’s National Parks. The use of massive logs, hand hewn siding and locally sourced moss rock base dominate the exterior. The interior has a refined feel with a mix of black granite reclaimed barn board siding and antique wide plank floors. The home uses a Geothermal based radiant floor heating system.

An ornate front door and dramatic roof overhang complete the entryway to a grand pine log home. The logs were finished by Rudy Mendiola of The Log Doctor using PPG® PROLUXE™ Cetol® Log & Siding wood finish in Teak.

This multi-story luxury log cabin was finished by Rudy Mendiola of The Log Doctor using PPG PROLUXE™ Cetol® Log & Siding wood finish in Teak. With a spacious yard like this in Colorado, the rustic log cabin makes a bold statement.

The Best Way to Build a Log Home. EverLog™ Systems family of concrete log home products offer the exact look and texture of natural wood cabin logs while eliminating the problems commonly associated with wood log home construction.

Fire Resistant, Insulated, and Maintenance-Free Cabin. Steel Log Siding Provided by TruLog
Mid-sized mountain style brown three-story wood exterior home photo in Richmond

A garage is just a garage unless it's made with WoodHaven half log siding. This one is sporting our half log smooth pine log siding on its exterior.

Living room - rustic light wood floor living room idea in Other with beige walls

Example of a mid-sized mountain style open concept brown floor and medium tone wood floor living room library design in Minneapolis with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace