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Why Homeowners Love Cabin-Style Home Plans

With their rugged appearance, history and symbolism, it's easy to see why cabin-style house plans are becoming increasingly popular. Inspired by the rustic homes of the old west and featuring cozy fireplaces and inviting floor plans, cabins used to be something you saw only as vacation homes or in the movies. Today, however, many homeowners have become so enamored with cabin home plans that they build them as full-time residences.

Cabins are popping up everywhere, and it's no wonder why. There are several reasons why cabin-style house plans are rising in popularity, including:

Strong framing and design work.Cabins are definitely built to last. They are typically made out of durable materials such as heavy timbers, wood siding, stone, gable end braces and cedar shakes. This not only creates a well-insulated house, but it makes the home's upkeep a lot easier. Yet behind those rugged materials lie highly functional floor plans that are elegant in their simplicity.

Gorgeous scenery. Cabin-style house plans are designed to be beautiful but modest so as to complement – and not compete with – the surrounding scenery. Not all cabin home plans are built in forests or other scenic landscapes, but those that are fit right in with the peaceful tranquility of nature. And even when a cabin is erected in the middle of suburbia, its unmistakable character certainly brings to mind the relaxation of living in cabin on the river, surrounded by breathtaking mountains. Cabin house plans in general are designed to promote the stunning views outdoors.

Perfect for any size family.Cabin floor plans are eminently adaptable; they can be built small for a cozy retreat or sized larger to accommodate many family members. Whether you'd like your cabin to feel big and open or small and intimate, a cabin is a delightful home for nature-dwelling families of any size.

Note: The home shown above is The Mountainview House Plan 2393.