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Why contemporary log houses are ticking all the boxes

5 reasons you should consider building a log house.

HOME Magazine
Last updated: 16 July 2024 | 4 min read
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Contemporary log houses offer significant advantages for Kiwi home builders, blending a unique aesthetic with modern performance. They provide superior insulation, with thermal mass that can far exceed New Zealand's new building code requirements, keeping homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

Key benefits include:

- Natural fire and earthquake resilience due to solid timber's structural integrity.

- Impressive durability and a long lifespan with proper design and maintenance.

Modern designs offer a contemporary look with all the benefits.

Inside the log house at 11 Banks Street, Waikato

1. Excellent insulative qualities

2. Fire resilience

3. Earthquake resilience

4. Durability and ease of maintenance

5. Contemporary log house design

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