Log Cabin Classics [Hardcover]

Robbin Obomsawin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 2003

Designed to bring the true spirit of cabin style back to its roots, Robbin Obomsawin's latest book Log Cabin Classics is inspired by nostalgic, old-world cabins and filled with tips for meeting today's current needs. Since place-not space-is what true harmony with nature and cabin living is about, Log Cabin Classics includes practical construction advice, straightforward and creative design, advice on using local materials and choosing a site, architectural details, and handcrafted artistry. These principles are applied to a collection of one-of-a-kind plans you can use as springboards for creating your own "log cabin classic." Log Cabin Classics features 20 classic cabin designs under 1,500 square feet. Robbin Obomsawin is the construction manager and general contractor for Beaver Creek Log Homes. She has served as vice president of the American/Canadian Log Builders Association for Handcrafters. She is the author of Small Log Homes, Best Log Home Plans and The Not So Log Cabin. She lives in Westdale, New York. (20040101)

Editorial Reviews

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..a useful guidebook for building homes in which simplicity is revered over opulence. The author combines traditional handcrafted artistry and natural inspiration with modern, space-saving designs for traditional-style cabins that are updated with a touch of whimsy for today's lifestyle. (Log Homes Illustrated )

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Acknowledgments Introduction Cabin Fever A Life Less Ordinary Tree-Sorts School Daze Out on a Limb Things Said Only in a Whisper Romancing the Log Builder Going against the Grain General do-da Building with Nature Log Cabin Plans and Drawings Resources

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Gibbs Smith, Publisher; 1 edition (September 22, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1586853155
• ISBN-13: 978-1586853150
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 8.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #938,057 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Log Cabin Dreams, October 30, 2004

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Rebecca Johnson "The Rebecca Review" (Washington State) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Log Cabin Classics (Hardcover)

We often romanticize about the small cabin in the woods, by the lake, or atop a mountain- the home that is in tune with nature. ~Robbin Obomsawin

The first time I saw a log cabin it was love at first sight. One of my best gal friends from college is always dreaming of having her brother build her a log cabin. I'm dreaming of visiting her and sipping hot chocolate by a fireplace and catching up on her travels to Russia. The wish to live in a log cabin may be inspired by a romantic weekend or a trip to a friend's house in the woods.

In "Log Cabin Classics" old-world cabins are inspired by nostalgic moments, a desire to be in harmony with nature and local materials.

You will find information on Cabin Fever, Building Small Cabins, Second Homes, Planning Strategies, Risks and Problems, Budgeting and Construction Contracts, Reclaiming Wood and Building with Nature.

The author, Robbin Obomsawin is the construction manager and general contractor for Beaver Creek Log Homes. She has an in-depth knowledge of conventional construction and lives in Westdale, New York.

Robbin displays not only a intricate knowledge of log cabin construction, she is a deft writer who displays a true love of natural surroundings and nature escapes.

If you are looking for decorating ideas, there are quite a few and full-color pictures display various settings. There are house plans complete with ideas for wraparound kitchens and bedroom lofts. I love the cozy bedrooms and rocking chairs placed near fireplaces.

Bonus: You can also order blueprints from Beaver Creek Log Homes. There is also a list of resources to help you plan your building project.

~The Rebecca Review

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Log Cabin Classics, October 9, 2008

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B. L. Brown (Conneaut, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Log Cabin Classics (Hardcover)

Nice little hard back book about the construction of smaller log cabins. It has many pictures and plans with links for those considering building a more conservative log home. It's good for the first time builder or someone dreaming about possibly owning a log cabin.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great idea starter!, September 1, 2009

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Zandrea K. Jackson "poshwillow" (nashville, tn) - See all my reviews
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I bought it for my father to get him excited about building his own. He keeps it on his desk in the den. It's a pretty book and people enjoy looking at it. Great idea starter!