Ever want to build yourself a nice cabin in the woods? Outdoorsman Shawn James can help you out. Using basic tools and the power of his own body, James managed to build a rustic, off-the-grid log ...

In the previous entry, we discussed debarking spuds and drawknives. We’re going to continue discussing other ways to prepare your logs for the next step in log cabin building. This time we’re going to ...

In the last couple of entries, we’ve covered a range of hand tools used to peel and prep logs to use in log cabin building. This time, we’ll look at some mechanical or power methods to do this job.

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Here's an automatic camaraderie builder: Shoulder your ridiculously heavy packs (did you really bring a bottle of wine?), step into your skis and breathe hard in the sharp air for a few miles till you ...

If you're dreaming about building a cabin, permits can feel like the part that takes all the fun out of it. I get it. Most people want to think about the view, the layout, the wood stove, and where to ...

This rustic cottage in Norway looks like a patchwork of different buildings, all mashed together to create a cohesive home. The building, designed by Oslo-based studio Rever & Drage Architects, ...