Design & Style

Looking to inject some style into your getaway? You'll find inspiration here.

Santas Sleigh
Browse web-exclusive images of this over-the-top woodworking project that helps one man spread Christmas cheer
By Emily Hare
Published: October 5, 2012
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Get a glimpse of the artists and browse web-exclusive images of their work
By Emily Hare
Published: June 4, 2012

9 designers offer a fresh take on a beloved classic

By Kristin Sutter
Published: June 1, 2012
Published: May 16, 2012
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Cedar Wood: A mountain home with great potential for energy savings
Published: March 23, 2012
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Floor plan of an inspired Great Lodge look, including a web-exclusive concept plan for the loft
Published: March 23, 2012
At the cabin, there's no such thing as too many cooks in the kitchen
By Kristin Sutter
Published: February 17, 2012
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Published: February 17, 2012
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By Kristin Sutter
Published: February 17, 2012
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Published: February 1, 2012
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How to enlarge your space ... without tearing down walls!
By Kristin Sutter
Published: February 1, 2012
10 tips for shaping up this common trouble area
By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: February 1, 2012
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Published: January 20, 2012
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Published: January 20, 2012
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Expert DIY Tips from a Master Carpenter
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Published: October 19, 2011
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Published: October 7, 2011
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By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: October 7, 2011
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See how one cabin owner designed an outhouse to be light, ventilated, and odorless

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: October 7, 2011
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When temperatures drop, turn to these devices to stay toasty warm

By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: August 3, 2011
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Published: August 3, 2011
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From Native American History to Pacific Coast Wildlife

By Robyn Roehm Cannon
Published: August 3, 2011
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By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: August 2, 2011
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4 ways to build bit-by-bit and pay-as-you-go

By Dale Mulfinger
Published: July 29, 2011
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Like a treehouse, tower cabins offer a beautiful view of our surroundings

By Mark R. Johnson
Published: July 19, 2011
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Published: April 28, 2011
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Cabin owners lead the way

By Andy Bennett
Published: April 28, 2011
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By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: April 28, 2011
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The goal of this makeover: warm, inviting & unique


By Christy Heitger-Ewing
Published: March 24, 2011
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These talented artisans draw inspiration from the scenic splendor around them

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: February 17, 2011
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By Mark R. Johnson
Published: February 17, 2011
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By Mark R. Johnson
Published: February 17, 2011
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Tips from an expert in rustic décor

By Lucie B. Amundsen
Published: January 20, 2011
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By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: December 17, 2010
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The Midwest Revisited

By Richard Thomas
Published: December 17, 2010
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By Mark R. Johnson
Published: December 17, 2010
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The trend: Living large on a small footprint

By Lucie B. Amundsen
Published: December 17, 2010
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By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: November 8, 2010
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How to get these 4 Great Looks for your fireplace

Published: November 8, 2010
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The editors of Cabin Life magazine have received many requests for more information on several of the deck & patio chairs shown in the magazine. Here’s a sampling:

By Mark R. Johnson
Published: September 20, 2010
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The Southeast

By Lucie B. Amundsen
Published: August 20, 2010
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8 hot new trends in railings & post caps
By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: July 25, 2010
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Rugged & striking in its splendor
By Michele Corriel
Published: June 18, 2010
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Simply Beautiful
By Richard Thomas
Published: April 19, 2010
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Simple, Rustic Beauty
By Mark R. Johnson
Published: April 16, 2010
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Rustic beauty & ingenuity
Published: April 16, 2010
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A kitchen fit for a king but designed for a cook
By Christy Heitger-Ewing
Published: March 26, 2010
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When your storage needs reach superhero proportions
By Kurt Anderson
Published: February 1, 2010
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No matter your budget, you can build your own personal oasis

By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: January 31, 2010
Gene Luoma invented his Gazeboat; half pontoon boat, half gazebo.

How to welcome all ages & agilities

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: January 21, 2010
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Don’t forget the fireplace when planning your dream cabin or log home

By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: November 1, 2009
By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: September 1, 2009
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5 Innovative Exteriors for Cabins

By Christy Heitger
Published: July 1, 2009
The Martinez family deck in Silverthorne, Colorado

In favor of less maintenance & more time for fun

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: June 1, 2009
A tin ceiling may just be the crowning touch for your cabin.
By Lucie B. Amundsen
Published: May 1, 2009
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What it's called often depends on where it is

By Jennifer Stack
Published: March 1, 2009
An attractive table can help turn a backyard patio into a stunning outdoor room.
Published: February 1, 2009
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The pleasures of getting naked outside
By Jana Voelke Studelska
Published: July 1, 2008

Solutions for your sun-scorched deck

By Lisa Readie Mayer
Published: June 1, 2008

Take cues from your view

By Christy Heitger
Published: May 1, 2008

Choices in chinking

By Lucie B. Amundsen
Published: May 1, 2008
Red, green and gold hutch found in a Scandinavian shop

One couple finds joy in antiquing their cabin

By Christy Heitger
Published: April 1, 2008
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By Nathan Good
Published: March 1, 2008
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A Perfect Match
By Nils Petermann
Published: March 1, 2008
An inlaid wood compass gives a spin to a ceiling.

From sea to shining sea, life's an adventure when you try

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: November 1, 2007
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Is There Ever Enough?

By Steve Umland
Published: November 1, 2007
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By Ann O'Leary
Published: September 1, 2007
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One couple's dream is built log by log, stone by stone
By Gina Chiodi Grensing
Published: September 1, 2007
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What You'll Want to Know When Buying a Log Home Package
By Cortney Klein
Published: September 1, 2007
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By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: September 1, 2007
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What do you call your place?

By Kara Polyner
Published: July 1, 2007
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During the hot summer, this family takes up residence in the backyard
By Gloria Gale
Published: June 1, 2007
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Craftsman has a huge passion for small cabins

By Mark R. Johnson
Published: June 1, 2007
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Why some folks will build a getaway in their suburban home
By Gloria Gale
Published: March 1, 2007
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By Liz Firebaugh
Published: March 1, 2007
Best ways to choose outdoor furniture
By Jana Voelke Studelska
Published: February 1, 2007
By Nancy OBrien Wagner
Published: February 1, 2007
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the shrinking, the cracking, logs turning gray ... It's only natural
By Eric Fulton
Published: October 1, 2006
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By Christy Heitger
Published: August 1, 2006
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By Christy Heitger
Published: August 1, 2006
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By Eric Fulton
Published: May 1, 2006
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It’s a crucial step to realizing your log home dream
By Eric Fulton
Published: May 1, 2006
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A building style just meant for cabin living

By Robbin Obomsawin
Published: May 1, 2006
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Discover the beauty and character of reclaimed timber
By Christy Heitger-Ewing
Published: April 1, 2006
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The Bunk Room
Published: March 1, 2006
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winter sports gear makes great décor
By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: February 1, 2006
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Make this hardest working room the easiest place to gather

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: February 1, 2006
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How to open your home to nature and keep the elements out

By Kathy Harkema
Published: February 1, 2006
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By Diana Faherty
Published: December 1, 2005
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7 tips for getting the most out of your hot tub

By Marti Jentz
Published: December 1, 2005
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With an insert, you can keep the fire burning for more efficient heat

By Jennifer Hawks
Published: December 1, 2005
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How to make a fireplace uniquely yours

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: October 1, 2005
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Some simple ideas for holiday decorating

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: October 1, 2005
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By Shirley Brandt
Published: August 1, 2005
Question and Answer Article
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By Marti Jentz
Published: August 1, 2005
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Big benefits come in small spaces

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: August 1, 2005
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There can be big returns on rooms without walls

By Nancy Cain
Published: June 1, 2005
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tracking the sun
By Lou Dzierzak
Published: June 1, 2005
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By Kristi Portugue
Published: May 1, 2005
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Whether you like collectibles or reproductions, here’s how to pull it all together

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: May 1, 2005
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By Diana Faherty
Published: April 1, 2005
Question and Answer Article
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Spring’s the perfect time to plot a new path.

If your existing walkways consist of dirt, mud puddles or worn routes through the grass, read on.

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: April 1, 2005
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Make them beautifully distinctive, inside and out

By Judy Serwe
Published: February 1, 2005
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From furniture to architecture to décor, whimsical bruins make themselves at home

By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: February 1, 2005
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An epic tale of one woman's search for the perfect touch
By Jana Voelke Studelska
Published: December 1, 2004
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A step above the ordinary
By Fran Sigurdsson
Published: December 1, 2004
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Open-air hearths to warm your nights

By Robbin Obomsawin
Published: October 1, 2004
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