Featured Log Home Floor Plan Northwoods

The Northwoods ll offers comfortable living with well-designed separation of space. The first floor includes an open living/dining/kitchen area that makes entertaining simple. The master bedroom is located on the main floor as well, including an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. A generously sized utility room can also serve as a mudroom with backyard access. The second story has two more bedroom, another bathroom and a bonus loft area for a reading nook, entertainment center, computer area or library. Go to the floor plan tab to see the layouts for all of our homes.

Spring forward with your Log Home!

With Spring fast approaching now is a good time to think about your log home plans Things are beginning to move again and we are seeing more people moving forward with their dreams.

Whether you plan to build a small getaway cabin or a permanant home, there is still the same amount of preparation needed..selecting your floor plan, getting permits, contractors etc.

Get in touch with the CNW dealer nearest to you to visit their model home, discuss your options in detail and get the process started.

New Year - New Home

Now that the New Year is upon us, it is time to start thinking about that log home you have always dreamt about. You have been doing your research, and now is the time to put that research to work. We at CNW Log Homes are able to help you with your planning from 'Conception to Completion.'

The show season is starting again, and CNW will be in Atlanta, Georgia, and Birch Run, Michigan, on January 22-24th. followed by Sportsman shows in Washington and Oregon, Festival of the West in Arizona, Log Home Show in Boise, Idaho, and many more. Click here for a complete list of shows and the dealers who will be in attendance. Call the dealer in your area to set up an appointment with them at the show.

We currently offer dealership opportunities nationwide, so click here for dealership opportunities information or call us direct on our toll free number: 1-877-393-LOGS (5647).

We look forward to a great year and helping you to achieve your log home dreams. As always, don't hesitate to contact us if we can be of help in any way.

Happy New Year 2010!

CNW Log Homes

Toll Free 877-393-LOGS (5647)

Log & Timber Home Shows

CNW Log & Timber Homes has recently participated in four Log Home and Timber Frame shows across the West. They included shows in Dallas Texas, Denver Colorado, Portland Oregon and Spokane Washington. We enjoyed meeting with very interested and motivated people looking to design and build their dream log home!
We are gearing up and looking forward to the 2010 show season. Our first show begins in Atlanta, Georgia on January 22-24 at the Georgia International Convention Center. The CNW corporate staff and veteran dealers Helen and Peter Schultze of Blue Ridge View Homes Inc. (E-mail info@blueridgeviewhomes.com , 706-745-9171) will be in attendance.

During the same weekend, January 22-24 in Birch Run Michigan, Jim Coyle and Brad Karikomi of The Leelanau Log Home Company LLC (www.leelanauloghomes.com, 231-275-5647) will be participating in the Great Lakes Log Home Show.

For more information about locations, show times, tickets and more for the Atlanta and Birch Run shows, please visit us at:

www.cnwloghomes.com

If you are planning to attend either show, we encourage you to contact our participating dealers and schedule an appointment during the show to discuss your log home dreams.
Log on to our web site http://www.cnwloghomes.com/ to find more upcoming log home & timber frame shows in your area.
See you at the show!

For dealership oppotunities log on to http://www.cnwloghomes.com or call 530-906-3170

What is Included in Our Log Home Packages?

This is our Standard log home package to take your home to a 'Weather tight' finish, explained in the 'cut away' house above:

Standard Log Home Package

1. Log walls, log corners, hardware & gasket materials


2. Interior framed wall material


3. Deck framing with log post, log headers, cedar railing & decking


4. Second floor framing


5. Gable end walls can be framed with log siding (5a) or solid log (5b)


6. Dormers framed with log siding (6a) or solid log (6b)


7. Roof framing with log ridges & 1x6 pine soffits


8. Porch roof framing with 1x6 pine ceilings


9. Pella Clad wood window and exterior doors


10. Site Specific Engineered plans included


11. Pine for vaulted ceilings and / or second floor ceilings

Options

A. Log railings for lofts, stairs decks & porches

B. Log Stair systems

C. Log girder & joists for second floor structural or decorative

D. Matching Tongue & Groove or Log siding for interior framed walls

E. Log Roof Rafters structural or decorative

F. Milled Logs ranging from 6x8” to 8x10”

G. Swedish Cope Logs ranging from 8-14”

H. Double Round, Timber Frame & Handcrafted also available

I. Log and Timber Species available are Pine, Fir, Cedar of Spruce

We have been asked why we do not supply the subfloor with our packages. The answer is that we can, but prefer not to so that your builder can have that completed before the logs arrive, thus allowing the log stacking to be started straight away rather than having logs laying around whilst the subfloor is being constructed.

For dealership opportinities with CNW Log Homes of America, Inc., please click here.

Go Green

Go Green!

At CNW Log Homes of America we are committed to helping you to achieve your Green building goals. Whether your goal is to save energy, create a healthy home environment, be eco-friendly or all of the above, our experienced dealer network can guide you through the Green design and building options to meet your individual Green build requirements. By selecting a log or timber frame home you're already on the path to Green building. Today's engineered log or timber home already uses timbers from a renewable resource with many manufacturers using trees from sustainably managed forests. Green design and building has many more facets than just the logs. Here are some of the elements we use when working with our clients to develop a Green building agenda:

• Green building goals. We'll work with you to help define your Green building goals and offer recommendations from home design to material selections and more while keeping your budget in mind.
• Design with Green building in mind. It all starts with the design of your custom home. Incorporating your Green goals into your custom floor plan we'll offer recommendations for site placement, window size and location, HVAC options, ceiling heights, lighting and much more.
• Site planning. We'll offer recommendations to help you create a design that not only takes advantage of your site, but keeps the surrounding environments in mind through a detailed site plan.
• We'll work with you and your builder to review eco-friendly building material choices, building waste disposal methods, lighting systems, in-door quality, water efficiency and much more.
• Develop an energy efficiency plan. We'll suggest options to help you create an energy efficient custom home. From positioning your home to take advantage of passive solar to working with your mechanical contractor to select an energy efficient HVAC system to selecting ENERGY STAR appliances. We'll help you design an energy efficient plan that fits your Green building goals and budget.

To learn more about Green design and building contact a CNW Log Homes of America dealer and let's 'Go Green.'

Click here for more Green building ideas!

For dealership opportunities click on to our link http://www.cnwloghome.com/

Customizing a Floor Plan

"Duncanwoods," the name of our log home, started as a basic chalet plan, and from there we customized it with a 22 ft shed dormer in the loft at the back to accommodate an extra bedroom and the master bathroom. We also added a 10ft gable dormer in the master bedroom.

We then modified the floor plan on the main floor to give us a laundry room and a pantry. In addition we added a sun room on to the east side of the house giving us a view of wonderful sunrises on a summer morning and a warm and inviting place to relax in the winter

Any of CNW's standard log home and log cabin floor plans can be customized in this same way. For example, if you were to build on a walkout basement and add dormers as we did, then you can double your square footage without having to increase the size of your footprint. You can take a virtual tour of Duncanwoods by going to the Duncanwoods International Log and Timber Homes Inc. web site.

Any of our CNW log home dealers are happy to work with you to customize any of our log home and log cabin floor plans to meet your requirements.
http://www.cnwloghomes.com/

Log Home Dealer Spotlight

Dealer Spotlight: The Leelanau Log Home Company LLC

Brad Karikomi and Jim Coyle

Our dealers in Michigan are Brad Karikomi and Jim Coyle. They established The Leelanau Log Home Company in 2004 and have since become valued dealers and friends. As individuals they offer different skills and experience. That diversity is one of their strengths which allow them to offer complete log home services…from design to construction. Brad held several positions in a media corporation with 24 years successful experience in sales, marketing and customer care. Jim, an army veteran, has been a builder for the past 26 years and has established a reputation for quality craftsmanship. “Our different experiences and skill set allow us to serve our customers better by offering a wider range of services. Our customers find comfort in the one-stop shopping aspect since we’re able to serve our customer through the entire build process.” said Jim.

In addition to their log home business, they also operate a rustic décor web based retail operation called Rustic Cabin Accessories. They craft rustic furniture and accessories in their Traverse City, Michigan workshop, plus have carefully selected local artisans to offer a variety of rustic products for the log home, cottage or business.

We asked Brad, how do you juggle both businesses? “Sometimes it’s a challenge, it made us more efficient in our scheduling and so far it’s working out well. Juggling both is easier when you're passionate about what you do,” he stated. “Whether creating and crafting rustic decor or working with a client to design and build their dream log home, we take pride in our craftsmanship and continually strive to earn our customers trust.”

Over the years they have helped customers realize their dream of building a custom log home by carefully listening to their ideas and developing a custom design that fits their lifestyle and budget. If you’re considering building a custom home in Michigan or the Midwest, we highly recommend you give Brad and Jim a call.

The Leelanau Log Home Company LLC
Brad Karikomi and Jim Coyle
Phone: 231-275-5647
http://www.leelanauloghomes.com/
http://www.rusticcabinaccessories.com/

Dealership Opportunities. If you dream about living in a log home and want to start a home-based business, consider becoming a dealer for CNW Log Homes of America Inc.

Featured Log Home Floor Plan

Sequoia I Floor Plan Spotlight

Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 1, Stories: 1 Total Square Footage: 1200.

We created this floor plan to offer simple elegance in a classic ranch-style log home. The open kitchen, dining and living rooms create a wonderful place for family gatherings. I often hear comments like "How come we always end up in the kitchen?” or “It’s great to be able to cook and still be a part of the party” The optional deck is also a great place to entertain with BBQ parties or to relax and read a good book!

Whether you want Swedish Cope, Hand Crafted or the popular D log profile, each has it’s own charm and will be a wonderful place to create memories to cherish forever. Click to download this floorplan.

CNW Log Homes of America Partners with Big Foot Manufacturing

CNW Log Homes has partnered with Big Foot Manufacturing (http://www.bigfootloghomes.com/) located in British Columbia, Canada to offer milled log, handcrafted and timber frame home packages. For more than 20 years Big Foot Manufacturing has sold quality homes in Canada, United States, Europe and Asia. “We are excited about the alliance with Big Foot Manufacturing and honored to be the exclusive dealer representative for the United States of America,” said Chuck Clark, President of CNW. We are impressed with Big Foot’s commitment to excellence and their product quality, which is demonstrated by their ISO 9001 and 14001 certified mill operations.

“A tidy work place is a safe work place” a phrase you will often hear, the mill at Big Foot is just that and as such creates a clean and tidy environment in which to mill their logs. After visiting the Big Foot mill we found people who work there from the management to the mill workers clearly enjoy what they do, nothing was too much trouble and no question went unanswered.