Southland Log Homes, provider of America’s Favorite Log Home™, is pleased to announce that the Featured Log Home Plan of the Month is the Florence, a design produced in collaboration with Donald A. Gardner Architects. Images and floor plans for the Florence can be found at the company’s web site, www.southlandloghomes.com. Donald A. Gardner Architects is a leading provider of house plans that incorporate unique custom features in a diversity of styles and a broad range of square footages. Their designs are routinely featured in fine magazines such as Southern Living™ and Better Homes and Gardens™.The featuring of the Florence […] Read More

Columbia, SC — Southland Log Homes, designer and manufacturer of America’s Favorite Log Home™, has been ranked in the 2011 Grant Thornton South Carolina 100?. The ranking reflects Southland’s position among the largest privately-held companies in South Carolina. This is the fifth year in a row that the company has appeared on the list. Southland Log Homes, Inc. is the industry leader in the log home industry. The company provides its customers with custom-designed log home designs and materials, and a total solution of services and support, including assistance with land acquisition and financing, as well as a Preferred Builder […] Read More

Columbia, SC — Southland Log Homes, designer and manufacturer of America’s Favorite Log Home™, recently hosted the annual meeting of the South Carolina Chapter of the US Green Building Council (USGBC SC) at the company’s Columbia, SC headquarters. At the meeting, the USGBC SC thanked outgoing Board members for their contributions and welcomed new members. The meeting also included “open house” tours of Southland’s log home models and administration building. The green and sustainable qualities of Southland’s log home materials and designs were a key focus of discussion during the open house portion of the program. Southland Log Homes, Inc. […] Read More

Say “goodbye” to the green home of the 20th Century – simplistic, ultra modern and cold – and meet the 21st Century green home, a stylish, healthy, high-performance home perfectly suited to any lifestyle. “Green building” – society’s buzzword that refers to environmentally-sensitive construction – was once the dream of a select few forward-thinking environmentalists. Now, it’s gradually becoming a reality and infiltrating every facet of life, rewarding green homeowners with a healthier home for both their family and the environment. Benefits The benefits of a green home are diverse, but the most widely recognized outcomes are environmental. Reducing the […] Read More

Columbia, S.C. – Southland Log Homes will be holding a Log Home Lender Day event on Friday June 18th and Saturday June 19th, featuring the latest lending updates, foremost industry experts, and informative seminars on how to successfully obtain log home financing in these challenging economic times. The seminars will be held on Saturday, June 19th at 11 AM and 2 PM at the Southland Log Homes model near you. Southland Log Homes designs and manufactures America’s Favorite Log Home™. “With over 25 years in the mortgage business, I’ve never seen a better time for new home construction. Due to […] Read More

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Southland Log Homes, provider of America’s Favorite Log Home™, is pleased to announce a new agreement with The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, the former home of early twentieth century designer Gustav Stickley. Stickley was a major proponent of the American Arts and Crafts movement, which emphasized the value and beauty of well-crafted design that used natural materials and was in harmony with the environment. Southland and The Stickley Museum will work together to develop a portfolio of Arts and Crafts-inspired log home designs, which will be marketed and manufactured by Southland. Southland and The Stickley Museum […] Read More

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Southland Log Homes, provider of America’s Favorite Log Home™, is pleased to announce a new strategic sourcing relationship with Monarch Windows and Doors. Monarch, a Woodgrain Millwork Company, based in Anniston, Alabama, will provide its Majestic line of wood and aluminum clad windows to Southland Log Homes’ customers. Monarch windows are precision crafted to meet the most stringent energy standards. All Monarch windows meet the latest Energy Star® certification requirements and qualify for federal energy tax credits. “Our log homes are on the leading edge of green, energy efficient, new home construction. Our customers demand that we offer […] Read More

Columbia, S.C. – Southland Log Homes will be hosting Logs Across America, a series of log home raisings across the country, on Saturday July 24th, showcasing our custom log homes in various stages of construction. This event will provide an up close and personal look at the beauty and strength of America’s Favorite Log Home™. Southland’s log home experts will be on site at each location to answer questions about log homes and log home construction. In most locations, a locally-licensed and insured Southland Preferred Builder will also be available for consultation. This is a great opportunity to see the […] Read More

(Columbia, SC) — Southland Log Homes, provider of America’s Favorite Log Home™, announces the release of its newest custom log home design. The Mountain Laurel plan embodies many of the design elements of the Arts and Crafts Movement popularized by Gustav Stickley in the early 20th century, while featuring the modern conveniences demanded by today’s homeowner. The simple but efficient layout of this 1,279 square foot home reflects a harmony of craftsmanship and nature. Abundant windows enhance the warmth and beauty of the natural log walls. This three bedroom, two bath, home features easy main level living. A rocking chair […] Read More

(Columbia, SC) — Southland Log Homes, provider of America’s Favorite Log Home™, has announced the publication of the Southland Log Home Design Album. The Southland Design Album is the essential starting point for any log home enthusiast, featuring 96 full color pages of log home plans, photographs, and other information on log home living. In addition to the beautiful photography and artwork, the new album contains 35 signature log home designs to inspire custom log home and log cabin dreams of every variety. Southland’s Total Solution approach of helping from start to finish on every log home dream is also […] Read More