{"id":328,"date":"2013-06-20T03:17:11","date_gmt":"2013-06-20T10:17:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monsterhouseplans.com\/blog\/?p=328"},"modified":"2019-05-16T09:07:57","modified_gmt":"2019-05-16T16:07:57","slug":"choosing-the-size-of-your-log-home-plans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.monsterhouseplans.com\/blog\/choosing-the-size-of-your-log-home-plans\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Size of Your Log Home Plans"},"content":{"rendered":"

When looking at house plans<\/a>, there are many options and styles available.<\/p>\n

Many people think of log homes as a sort of luxury item, and assume that all log home plans have to be big and elaborate. It is understandable how this mentality could have developed. Log homes are a bit of a rarity now as homeowner\u2019s associations tend to limit anything that is aesthetically different or unique, and log homes might look a little out of place in most urban neighborhoods. However, it is important to remember that log homes weren\u2019t always considered a luxury; in fact, they used to be considered the most basic and rustic type of home available! If you are interested in having a log home built, your log home plans don\u2019t have to be large, sweeping, or dramatic. Your log home can be warm, cozy, and humble and still be beautiful.<\/p>\n

As quaint and rustic as a log home can look, the truth is that they can be fairly expensive to build.\"log<\/a> Nowadays, there are many types of siding and building materials that are cheap to manufacture, such as vinyl siding, making them cheaper than log homes. Because log homes<\/a> are unique, there aren\u2019t as many builders who have experience handling log home plans. Don\u2019t let this discourage you from designing log home plans, though. Log homes are worth every dollar you spend on them. They are stable, sturdy, and absolutely breathtaking to look at. However, the cost might mean that you should be open to designing a slightly smaller log home. Sure, there are many people with huge, dramatic log homes, but that doesn\u2019t mean yours has to be excessive. You won\u2019t be happy with it if you go outside your budget and are stuck with an overwhelming expense.<\/p>\n

The interesting thing about log homes is that in many ways, they are more suited to a smaller size, so don\u2019t worry if your log home plans aren\u2019t massive. Log homes bring to mind warmth and comfort, and a certain rustic charm. Smaller log homes feel cozy and inviting, and pleasant and safe to be in. If you do choose to go with a larger log home, you should decide in advance how you want to decorate it. There will be a natural juxtaposition of styles between a large mansion and a rustic fabrication, so it might be a little tricky to come up with d\u00e9cor that feels natural, sincere, and fitting for the home. All it takes is a little thought and planning ahead of time, and no matter what size your log home is, it will be beautiful and truly feel like home.<\/p>\n

When working with log home plans, it\u2019s important to remember not to cave in to how you feel it should look. Log homes, in every shape, size, location, and style, are a unique statement, and you shouldn\u2019t let other people dictate how you go about designing and decorating your own. Make your log home<\/a> unique comfortable, within your budget, and a happy place for you, your friends, and your family to gather together. That\u2019s all you really need out of a home and you can make it happen \u2013 with our help of course!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When looking at house plans, there are many options and styles available. Many people think of log homes as a sort of luxury item, and assume that all log home plans have to be big and elaborate. It is understandable how this mentality could have developed. Log homes are a bit of a rarity now […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-328","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-log-home-plans"],"yoast_head":"\nChoosing the Size of Your Log Home Plans | Monster House Plans Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don\u2019t worry about making your log home plans a certain size or style. 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