# Handcrafted Canadian Log Home Builders > Artisan Log Homes ## Pages - [Timber Frame Cabin Kits](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-cabin-kits/timber-frame-cabin-kits/): Handcrafted timber frame cabin kits, priced and ready to assemble. Cut in BC and shipped across Canada and the US. Download the pricing guide. - [Our Trusted Partners & Local Contacts](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/international-log-partners/): Our Trusted Partners & International Contacts At Artisan Log and Timber Homes, we understand the importance of having a local point of contact for your log - [Free Log Home Budget Worksheet](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/free-log-home-budget-worksheet/): Download our free log home budget worksheet and map the real cost of your build, from log shell through to finishing. A simple way to pressure-test your budget. - [Employment Opportunities](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/employment-opportunities/): Do you enjoy working with your hands? Creating one of a kind Log homes? Do you work well in a team and strive for perfection, while still having fun? - [Special Projects Gallery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/special-projects-gallery/): Handcrafted log stairs, lofts, bars and one-off feature pieces we have built for clients over the years. The custom touches that give a log home its character. - [Panels](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/services/panels/): Panels Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.... - [Log & Timber Highlights](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/services/log-timber-highlights/): Log & Timber Highlights Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Sit amet - [Gazebo & Outdoor](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/services/gazebo-outdoor/): Gazebo & Outdoor Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore... - [Artisan Blog](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/artisan-blog/): Blog One of our goals is to help educate and provide resources to help you navigate building a custom log... - [Log Cabin Kits Gallery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-cabin-kits/log-cabin-kits-gallery/): Browse our popular log cabin kit galleries to help inspire your cabin project. View plans and renderings for additional details. - [Full Scribe Gallery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/full-scribe/full-scribe-gallery/): View some of our custom full scribe log home projects to help you get inspired for building your home. View construction and completed home photos. - [Post & Beam Gallery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/post-beam/post-beam-gallery/): Post and Beam log homes are one of Artisan Log Homes most popular log home style to design and build. View our featured project gallery here. - [Log Cabin Kit Floor Plans](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-cabin-kits/log-cabin-kit-plans/): Browse and download floor plans for our log and timber cabin kits, with renderings, square footage and pricing. Compare the layouts before you decide to build. - [Log Cabin Kits Featured Projects](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-cabin-kits/log-cabin-kits-featured-projects/): View our featured log cabin kit projects including our popular raised, twin eagle, and sasquatch cabins. Full project details, photos, and descriptions... - [Full Scribe Floor Plans](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/full-scribe/full-scribe-floor-plans/): Browse our popular full scribe log home plans and designs. Download floor plans and browse design renderings. - [Post & Beam Featured Projects](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/post-beam/post-beam-featured-projects/): Browse some of our most popular post and beam featured projects. View completed photos, project details, and floor plans. - [Post & Beam Floor Plans](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/post-beam/post-beam-floor-plans/): View our most popular post and beam floor plan styles. Download floor plans and design renderings to help you plan your custom log home. - [Timber Frame Featured Projects](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame/timber-frame-featured-project/): Highlighting our most popular timber frame projects over the last few years. Browse galleries, design specs and floor plans. - [Timber Frame Floor Plans](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame/timber-frame-floor-plans/): Check out our latest timber frame home floor plans and designs. This is a great place to start designing your dream timber frame home! - [Full Scribe Featured Projects](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/full-scribe/full-scribe-featured-projects/): View our most popular custom full scribe log home projects. Project details, design and completed photos. - [How are Log Homes Imported and Exported?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/how-are-log-homes-imported-and-exported/): Wondering how log homes are imported and exported? This article will explains the costs and details associated with... - [Turnkey Log and Timber Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/turnkey-log-and-timber-homes/): Considering building a log home? Learn about log home packages and what they include. - [What are the differences between a Full Scribe Log Home, Post & Beam, Timber Frame and Hybrid log home?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/what-are-the-differences-between-a-full-scribe-log-home-post-beam-timber-frame-and-hybrid-log-home/): What is the difference between full scribe, timber frame, post and beam log homes? This article will help you decide which is the best for you... - [What are the best logs for building my log home?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/what-are-the-best-logs-for-building-my-log-home/): Want to know what type of wood is best for your log home? Compare the advantages and disadvantages here. - [How much do log homes cost](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/how-much-do-log-homes-cost/): How much does a log home cost? Compare full scribe, post & beam, timber frame and hybrid shells from $90 per square foot, plus a free budget worksheet. - [Testimonials](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/about/testimonials/): Testimonials Don't take our word for it, see what people are saying about us and our work. Exceeded Expectations Dear... - [Timber Frame Gallery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame/timber-frame-gallery/): View our timber frame log homes gallery for inspiration and design ideas for your home. View our floor plans for full specs and details. - [Timber Frame](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame/): Custom timber frame homes handcrafted in BC since 1973. Douglas Fir and cedar frames that blend modern design with natural wood. See plans, galleries and projects. - [Log Cabin Kits](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-cabin-kits/): Handcrafted log cabin kits with prices, floor plans and styles. A simpler, more affordable route to your cabin than a full custom build. Browse kits and plans. - [Services](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/services/): Artisan handles log and timber projects from design and 3D modelling to the finished shell: full scribe, post & beam, timber frame and panels. - [Learning Hub](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/learning-hub/): Straight answers on log home costs, building styles, wood species and the build process, written from 50+ years on the tools. Start here before you build. - [About](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/about/): Artisan may be the oldest established log home builder in Western Canada, handcrafting log and timber homes since 1973. Meet the family behind the work. - [Contact](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/contact/): Building or rebuilding a log home, cabin or cottage? Reach the Artisan team in Mission, BC by phone or email and we will help you map out the next steps. - [Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/): Family-run log and timber home builders in Mission, BC since 1973. Full scribe, post & beam, timber frame and cabin kits. See our plans, galleries and pricing. - [Timber Frame Alternative](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame/timber-frame-alt/): Plans Galleries Featured Projects Timber Frame Homes What is a timber frame home? A timber frame house is very similar to a post and beam log house. The main st - [Full Scribe](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/full-scribe/): Traditional full scribe log homes, handcrafted in BC since 1973. Large-diameter cedar logs, hand-scribed and stacked. Browse plans, galleries and projects. - [Post & Beam](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/post-beam/): Post & beam uses full logs as structural posts, keeping the natural log look inside and out with less timber than full scribe. Custom built since 1973. - [Galleries](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/galleries/): Photo galleries of Artisan log and timber homes, from traditional full scribe to contemporary timber frame. A great place to gather ideas before designing. - [Plans](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/plans/): Browse Artisan's log home and cabin floor plans across full scribe, post & beam and timber frame. Mix, match and customise to shape your own design. See the plans. - [Featured Projects](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/artisan-featured-projects/): Finished Artisan projects, from BC acreage homes to builds in the US, Italy and Japan. Real post & beam, full scribe and timber frame homes, shot on site. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/privacy-policy/): Latest update: May 2026 1. Who We Are Artisans’ Log Homes is a custom log home builder based in Tappen,... ## Posts - [The Sustainable Appeal of Log Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/the-sustainable-appeal-of-log-homes/): One of the most compelling sustainable aspects of log homes is their ability to sequester carbon dioxide. “Trees naturally absorb... - [Advantages of Buying Your Log Home in Canada](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/advantages-of-buying-your-log-home-in-canada/): In this article we break down the advantages including exchange rate, project estimates of your log and timber home, and... - [What is the BC Home Builder?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-is-the-bc-home-builder/): Are you planning on building a custom house in B.C.? Well not so fast! Last year the Government of B.C. announced a new licensing system for builders in residen - [Receiving a Quote for Your Custom Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/receiving-a-quote-for-your-custom-log-home/): Hey, thanks for checking out our website. We are excited that you’re looking at building a log home. As you may have noticed we are a little different than othe - [CHBA Georgie Award: Kermode Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/chba-georgie-award-kermode-cabin/): Lacey Construction received a CHBA Georgie Award for “best single-family detached home up to 2,300 square feet under $500,000” for Kermode Cabin... - [Timber Frame vs Traditional Built Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame-vs-traditional-built-homes/): Timber Frame vs Traditional Built Homes: Comparing price, specs, design and functionality and overall construction... - [How to know when you’ve chosen the wrong builder](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-to-know-when-youve-chosen-the-wrong-builder/): So many builders sound great on paper, but will they build your home on time and budget? Here are the 5 Warning Signs that you’ve chosen the wrong builder. - [Frequently Asked Questions About Timber Frame Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-timber-frame-homes/): This article outlines some of the most common questions we get asked about timber frame homes including the cost to build, what is a timber frame and... - [Twin Eagle Cabin: Log Shell Special](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/twin-eagle-cabin-log-shell-special/): 23% Off Twin Eagle Post and Beam Log Shell Due to the current COVID-19 conditions, we have had a few log home projects put on hold. In an effort to keep our tea - [How do I choose the right log home? ](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/building-best-log-home/): Thinking about a custom log home? This guide covers cost, building styles, choosing a builder and layout, so you know what to weigh before you commit. - [Log Home Turn Key Contractors and Builders](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-turn-key-contractors-and-builders/): Looking for a turn key contractor to help build your custom home? This article includes a link to some of the contractors that we highly recommend to... - [How To Repair Decaying Logs in your Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-to-repair-decaying-logs-in-your-log-home/): Are you looking at purchasing an older log home or does your current one have some rot and decay issues? No need to worry! The first thing to do is... - [Best Post and Beam Builders in the United States (Reviews/Ratings)](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/best-post-and-beam-builders-in-the-united-states-reviewsratings/): The best post & beam builders for US buyers in 2026, what sets them apart, and why a Canadian build can stretch your budget further. Compare builders and styles. - [Best Log Home Builders in the United States (Reviews/Ratings)](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/best-log-home-builders-in-the-united-states/): The best log home builders serving US buyers in 2026, what to look for, and how buying from Canada can save you 25-35% on the exchange rate. Compare your options. - [What is Mass Timber?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-is-mass-timber/): Mass Timber is a category of framing styles typically characterized by the large solid wood panels for wall, floor, and roof construction. They are and can... - [Do you need to hire a professional designer to design your home?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/do-you-need-to-hire-a-professional-designer-to-design-my-home/): Designing your own home can be one of the most thrilling yet stressful experiences you may come across in your life. From floor and wall colours... - [Log Home settling: What it is and what you need to know](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-settling-what-it-is-and-what-you-need-to-know/): It is no surprise why people want a Full Scribe Log Home - they are equally as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside. Log homes consist of... - [What is a building permit and why do you need one?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-is-a-building-permit-and-why-do-you-need-one/): Are you planning on building a home? If so, you will likely need a building permit. This article will walk you through what a building permit is and... - [Log Home Kit vs Custom Build: What's the difference?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-kit-vs-custom-build-whats-the-difference/): As you look into building a log home, you’ll see some constructed from log home kits while others are custom builds. However, you might not be able to tell whic - [What to splurge on when building your custom home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-to-splurge-on-when-building-your-custom-home/): You have chosen to build a custom home because of the endless options to personalize it, but which features will your make your budget go the farthest? If you s - [10 Ways to Accent Your Log Cabin from the Inside Out](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/10-ways-to-accent-your-log-cabin-from-the-inside-out/): Your log cabin has so much charm and the right decor can bring out its best features. Consider these 10 decor ideas that can help to make a log cabin feel... - [Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Log Home Inspector](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/questions-to-ask-before-hiring-a-log-home-inspector/): If you are considering buying a log home or a home that has a large amount of timber work done to it, it is important to ensure you are hiring the right... - [Top 4 Log Home Building Trends 2018](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/top-4-log-home-building-trends-2018/): So when it comes to building and designing a custom home in 2018 what's hot and what's not? In our most recent article, we will share the top 4 design... - [Log Home Kits: Advantages and Disadvantages](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-kits-advantages-and-disadvantages/): Are you considering building a log home kit? In this article, we will outline some of the advantages and disadvantages of log home kits. - [Building on a Budget: Six Money-Saving Tips for Building a Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/building-on-a-budget-seven-money-saving-tips-for-building-a-log-home/): Seven practical ways to build your log home for less without cutting corners, from design choices to build type. Keep your project on budget. Artisan's tips. - [Your Checklist for Building a Log Home: From Start to Finish](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/your-checklist-for-building-a-log-home-from-start-to-finish/): Are you considering building a log home? Check out our log home building check list to help you through the steps, start to finish. - [How Construction Mortgages Work](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-construction-mortgages-work/): What is a construction mortgage? This article shares some of the differences between a construction mortgage and a traditional mortgage. - [2017 Home Design Trends: Log and Timber Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/2017-home-design-trends/): Looking for some design inspiration for log or timber home? This articles shares the top design trends of 2017 for log and timber homes... - [2016 Review: Log and Timber Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/2016-review-log-and-timber-homes/): Take a look back through 2016 at some of the stunning log, cabins, timber frames and post and beam homes we built for clients and… - [4 Common Questions about Timber Frame and Log Home Joinery](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/common-questions-about-timber-frame-and-log-home-joinery/): There’s more than one way to join two timbers. This article answers the 4 most common questions we get asked about timber frame and log home joinery. - [7 Considerations for Building your Timber Frame Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/7-considerations-for-building-your-timber-frame-home/): Looking to build a timber frame home? This article explores 7 considerations to ensure your home is built to match your style, budget, and design needs. - [How to Select the Best Wood to Build your Timber Frame Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/best-wood-for-building-a-timber-frame-home/): Looking to build a timber frame home? This article explores your wood species, types of timbers and processing and finishing questions. - [Best Timber Frame Builders in BC](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/best-timber-frame-builders-in-bc/): The best timber frame builders in British Columbia for 2026, compared on craft, experience and reviews. Find the right team for your timber frame home. - [Building a Home on a Slope: Pros and Cons](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/building-a-log-home-on-a-slope-pros-and-cons/): This article covers the advantages and disadvantages of building a home on a slope. With proper planning, design and engineering you can build a home … - [Building a Log Home: Contract Types](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/building-a-log-home/): Turn-key, shell-only or somewhere between? We explain the common contract types for building a custom log home in Canada and the US, and what each means. - [Top 7 Log Home Floor Plan Mistakes and How to Avoid them](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/top-7-log-home-floor-plan-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/): Do you want make sure that your floor plan is perfect for your family and lifestyle? Before you finalize your plans check out these top 7 floor plan mistakes and how you can avoid them. - [Green Building: Understanding the Carbon Footprint of a Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/green-building-understanding-the-carbon-footprint-of-a-log-home/): Are log homes green? This article will help explain why building log and timber homes are more sustainable and have a smaller carbon footprint compared... - [Timber Frame Log Homes: Advantages and Disadvantages](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/timber-frame-log-homes-advantages-and-disadvantages/): Interested in building a timber frame log home? This article highlights the advantages and disadvantages of building a timber frame. - [Log Home Inspection: What to look for when buying a log and timber home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/buying-a-log-and-timber-home/): It's important to do a full log home inspection, inside and out so you can assess and address any potential problem areas. This article outlines some of the common areas you should inspect. - [6 Log Home Maintenance Tips for Spring](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-maintenance-tips-spring/): Needing to do some log home maintenance this spring? This article lists the 6 key areas that you will want to inspect to ensure the longevity of your home. - [Best Log Home Builders in British Columbia (Reviews/Ratings)](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/best-log-home-builder-in-british-columbia-reviews-ratings/): The best log home builders in British Columbia for 2026, compared on craft, experience and reviews, so you pick the right team for your custom build. - [Which is better: Western Red Cedar or Yellow Cedar](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/western-red-cedar-vs-alaskan-yellow-cedar/): Western Red Cedar vs Alaskan Yellow Cedar for your log home: durability, cost, colour and workability compared, so you choose the right species. Expert guide. - [Feature Project: The Blackberry Kitchen Cafe at Norma Kenny House](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/feature-project-the-blackberry-kitchen-cafe-at-norma-kenny-house/): This past year Artisan was part of the restoration and extension project for the historic Blackberry Kitchen Cafe in Mission B.C. - [Log Home Lingo: A quick guide to log home definitions](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-home-definitions/): New to log home jargon? A plain-English glossary of log and timber terms, from ridge poles to full scribe, so you can follow every conversation. - [Advantages of Timber Frame Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/advantages-of-timber-frame-homes/): Trying to decide what type of log home to build. Discover the advantages of Timber Frame Homes, a popular new option for builders. - [Deciding if a log home is right for you!](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/deciding-if-a-log-home-is-right-for-you/): A log home may not be the right fit for everyone. This article looks at some of the factors you might want to consider before building to ensure... - [US Clients Can Save up-to 25-35% with Canadian Log Home Builder](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/us-customers-building-log-homes/): If you are living in the US and considering building a custom home working with a Canadian builder can potentially offer huge savings. - [Protecting your log and timber home from dry rot](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/protecting-your-log-and-timber-home-from-dry-rot/): One of the most common problems that occurs with log homes is dry rot. This article explains what dry rot is and how to... - [5 Eco-Friendly Benefits of Log Home Living](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/5-eco-friendly-benefits-of-log-home-living/): If you’re considering building a home and want it to be beneficial to your health as well as the environment consider 5 Eco-Friendly Benefits of Log Home Living - [What to Ask Yourself before You Start Building](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/before_building_custom_log_home/): Are you considering building a custom log home? Before you begin building you will want to ask yourself these questions before you... - [Designing Your Perfect Custom Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/designing-custom-log-home/): Designing a custom log home, step by step: from first concept and 3D model to a buildable plan, and where your choices matter most along the way. - [Creating Outdoor Living Spaces](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/creating-outdoor-living-spaces/): Your log home should not stop at the walls. Ideas for decks, covered porches and outdoor rooms that suit a log or timber home and the site it sits on. - [2016 Log Home and Timber Frame Colors and Trends](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/2016_log_home_trends/): As we say goodbye to 2015 and usher in 2016, we start to hear about some of the new trends, colors and styles for the upcoming year. - [Feature Project: 2016 Log and Timber Frame Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/feature-project-2016-log-and-timber-frame-homes/): This article takes a look back in 2015 to some of the beautiful log and timber frame homes we built. - [11 Tiny House Building Tips and Hacks](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/11-tiny-house-building-tips-and-hacks/): Over the last few years Tiny Homes have become a big buzz. This article shares 11 tips to help you build for any small space. - [What is the difference between prefab and a custom log homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/prefab-home-vs-log-home/): Want to know the difference between a pre-fab home and a custom log home? This article gives an honest break down of... - [Why are log homes built in a log yard?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/why-are-log-homes-built-in-a-log-yard/): We were recently asked why we build all of our homes at the log yard first, the answer is really simple... - [5 Benefits of Building a Log Home or Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/benefits-of-building-a-log-home/): There are many benefits about building a log home or log cabin. We asked some of our clients what they enjoy most. Here are the top 5... - [Worm Gear Screw Jacks](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/worm-gear-screw-jacks/): Installing screw jacks to be low profile and least visible as possible. - [Can You Afford to Build a Log Home?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/cost-of-building-a-log-home/): Have you always wanted to build a custom log home bought thought you couldn't afford it? You might be surprised that... - [Log Structures and Cracked Logs](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/log-structures-and-cracked-logs/): This article will help answer the question "should I be concerned about cracked logs in my log home"? - [Getting Your Log Home Ready For Winter](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/getting-your-log-home-ready-for-winter/): This article will share a few tips to help you prepare your log home for the coming winter months. - [4 Styles of Post and Beam Log Homes](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/4-styles-of-post-and-beam-log-homes/): There are 4 styles of post and beam log homes. This article highlights the differences between each and the... - [Chateau Montebello: One of the Oldest Timber Structures in North America](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/chateau-montebello/): The Chateau Montebello is celebrating over 85 years in the community and is one of the oldest Timber structures and... - [The Advantages of BC Log Home Builders](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/advantages-bc-log-home-builders/): BC is home to some of the best log home builders in the world. Some advantages of a BC Log Home Builders are... - [Feature Project: Building a Log Home in Italy](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/italy-log-home/): Over the years we have helped numerous homeowners build their dream log cabin or home. One project that stands out was one we call the “Italian Job”... - [5 Questions When Buying Raw Land to Build On](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/5-questions-when-buying-raw-land-to-build-on/): Are you looking to purchase raw land to build on? This article looks at the 5 key questions you need to ask when considering when buying raw land. - [What is a ridgepole?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-is-a-ridgepole/): The ridgepole is a distinct log beam found in custom log cabins, timber and log homes. This beam... - [Top 5 DIY Home Builder Mistakes and How to Avoid Them](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/5-diy-home-builder-mistakes-and-considerations/): Thinking about building your own dream home or cabin? Before you build check out these top 5 mistakes by home builders and how you can avoid them. - [Receiving a Quote for Your Custom Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/receive-a-quote-for-your-custom-log-home/): Here's what you can expect when receiving a quote for your custom log home from Artisan! - [How does a log home retain the heat?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-does-a-log-home-retain-the-heat-when-there-is-no-insulation-between-the-logs/): How does a log home retain the heat? How are log homes energy efficient? This article shares how logs are used for insulation as well as other heating options. - [6 Key Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Home Builder](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/hiring-home-builder/): Hiring a builder is a big investment so you want to make sure you cover all your bases and ask the right questions. - [How to Choose the Right Roof for Your Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-to-choose-the-right-roof-for-your-log-home/): How to Choose the Right Roof for Your Log Home. This article explores the four main types of roofs to choose from when building a log home or cabin. - [What is included in a log home package?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/what-is-included-in-a-log-home-package/): This article will breakdown what is included in a custom log home package. What your builder will look after and what the owner needs to provide. - [4 Steps To Refinishing Your Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/refinishingyourloghome/): Time to refinish? A four-step guide to cleaning, prepping, staining and sealing your logs, plus the mistakes (like bleach) that quietly damage a log home. - [Advantages of Buying Your Log Home Package from a Canadian Log Builder](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/advantages-buying-your-log-home-canada/): Are you considering buying a log home or cabin? In this article, we will share the advantages of buying log homes in Canada. The two... - [How Are Log Homes Insulated?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-are-log-homes-insulated/): Want to ensure that your log home is properly insulated? This article will share the key components to help ensure every log home is properly insulated... - [How Energy Efficient are Log Homes?](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/how-energy-efficient-are-log-homes/): Considering building a log home and wanting to make it as energy efficient as possible? This article will explain how you can ensure your home is... - [Bringing the Outdoors In](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/bringing-the-outdoors-in/): Bringing the outdoors in! - [The Hybrid Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/the-hybrid-log-home/): “Square timbers and round logs collide” For as long as ## Portfolio - [Timothy Lake Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/timothy-lake-cabin/): A custom log cabin in Timothy Lake, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Saratoga Springs Post and Beam Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/saratoga-springs-log-home/): A custom post & beam log home in Saratoga Springs, NY, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Cranfield Timber Frame Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/luxury-timber-frame-home-in-langley-bc-country-chic-style/): A custom timber frame home in Langley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Sunshine Valley Log Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/sasquatch-cabin-hope/): A custom log cabin in Sunshine Valley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Parkhill Twin Eagle Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/parkhill-twin-eagle-cabin/): A custom log cabin in Sunshine Valley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Full Scribe Log Home in Tulameen](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/full-scribe-log-home-in-tulameen/): A custom full scribe log home in Tulameen, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Tulameen Timber Frame](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/tulameen-timber-frame/): A custom timber frame home in Tulameen, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Connect Log Cabin Kits](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/connect-log-cabin-kits/): A custom log cabin in Sidney Island, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [West Coast Fishing Charter Post and Beam](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/west-coast-fishing-charter/): A custom post & beam log home in Sidney Island, BC by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our handcrafted log and timber home projects. - [Richmond Log Post and Beam with Piece en Piece walls](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/richmond-post-and-beam/): A custom post & beam log home in Richmond, BC by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our handcrafted log and timber home projects. - [Lavender Lane Post and Beam](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/lavender-lane-post-and-beam/): A custom post & beam log home in Richmond, BC by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our handcrafted log and timber home projects. - [Twin Eagles Log Cabin Kits](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/twin-eagles-log-cabin-kits/): A custom log cabin in Harrison Mills, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Golden Acres Post & Beam Lodge](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/golden-acres-post-and-beam-lodge/): A custom post & beam log home in Golden, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Rivard Family Post & Beam Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/rivard-family-post-and-beam-home-ethel-lake-alberta/): A custom post & beam log home in Ethel Lake, Alberta by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our handcrafted log and timber home projects. - [Italian Elevated Cabins](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/italian-elevated-cabins/): A custom post & beam log home in Italy, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Fraser Valley Timber Frame](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/fraser-valley-timber-frame/): A custom timber frame home in Fraser Valley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Italian Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/italian-log-home/): A custom post & beam log home in Italy, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Napier Lake Post & Beam](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/napier-lake-post-beam/): A custom post & beam log home in Kamloops, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Township of Langley Post & Beam](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/township-of-langley-post-beam/): A custom post & beam log home in Langley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Sasquatch Cabin Kit](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/sasquatch-cabin-kit/): A custom log cabin in Harrison Mills, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Custom Full Scribe With Valley Views](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/custom-full-scribe-with-valley-views/): A custom full scribe log home in Mission, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Spruce. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Hidden Meadows Ranch Post & Beam Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/hidden-meadows-ranch-post-beam-log-home/): A custom post & beam log home in Arizona, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Post & Beam Home, Vancouver Island](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/post-beam-home-vancouver-island/): A custom post & beam log home in Vancouver Island, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from cedar. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Borsio Modern Timber Frame](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/borsio-modern-timber-frame/): A custom timber frame home in Sakinaw Lake, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [McNeil Timber Frame Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/mcneil-timber-frame-home/): A custom timber frame home in Fraser Valley, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our log and timber projects. - [Saltspring Full Scribe Log Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/saltspring-full-scribe-log-home/): A custom full scribe log home in Salt Spring Island, BC by Artisan Log Homes from Spruce. See more of our handcrafted log and timber home projects. - [Zajac Post & Beam Log Cabin](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/zajac-post-and-beam-log-cabin/): A custom post & beam log home in Mission, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Artisan Show Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/artisan-show-home/): A custom full scribe log home in Mission, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Northern BC Interior Spruce. See more of our log and timber projects. - [Sumas Mt. Family Timber Frame Home](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/sumas-mt-family-timber-frame-home/): A custom timber frame home in Abbotsford, BC, handcrafted by Artisan Log Homes from Douglas Fir. Explore this build and more of our log and timber projects. - [Highlands Log Stairs & Gazebo](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/highlands-log-stairs-gazebo/): Handcrafted log stairs and a gazebo in Abbotsford, BC, built by Artisan Log Homes in Douglas Fir. See more of our custom log and timber feature work. - [Custom Log Cabin Stairs](https://www.artisanloghomes.com/featured-projects/custom-log-cabin-stairs/): Handcrafted custom log stairs in Langley, BC, built by Artisan Log Homes from Western Red Cedar. See more of our log and timber feature work and projects. # # Detailed Content ## Pages ## Posts We have all heard stories of builds going wrong. So many builders sound great on paper and during the first few conversations, but will they help build your home on time and on budget? Here are the 5 Warning Signs that you’ve chosen the wrong builder. Over the years we have designed, built and exported a number of custom log and timber homes to the United States and abroad. If you live in the US and have always wanted to build a custom log and timber home right now is the perfect time to build. With the current exchange rate you could save up to 25 or 35 percent on your custom home. This article will highlight some of the cost advantages ## Portfolio