Well, we've finally decided that we want to stay here in Ohio. Up until now we've been renting half of a duplex owned by my in-laws. Its a place to live, but it isn't our own, ya know?

We want a log cabin and we want to build it ourselves. I've already enlisted the help of my brother in law to help and guide us because he builds houses for a living. My father in law is a plumber and he is also on board. My other brother in law is an electrician. Handy, huh? That leaves my wife and I. We don't know crap outside of building racks, but we will have the proper guidance and we have a general knowledge of tools, so I think we'll be fine. I'm as excited to build our home as I am to actually have our first home. It will be a monumental undertaking I'm sure, but that is why it will be so satisfying.

Our plan is to keep it simple and modest. 1,000sq ft or there abouts (not counting lofts). 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with 2 lofts connected by a catwalk, wrap around porch. Wood EVERYTHING. We've got a few floor plans in mind, but we haven't decided 100% on which will suit us best. Over the next couple days we'll be going over our plans with one of the local building/supply companies so can find out what exactly is going to work best. Here a few pics to give yall an idea of what we're thinking.

This is the basic style we like and what our design will be based around.


How sweet is this catwalk between lofts?


Love these cabinets! We want everything to be wood and match.


Anyone else built their own home? We'd love to hear about it!