HACKENSACK, N.J. — Tony DiOrio wanted a rustic home, but his heart sank when his real-estate agent drove him up to a West Milford, N.J., log house in 1999. “It was not really what I was thinking of,” ...

Many people already have a strong picture in their mind of what rustic decor looks like, but this long-loved style is actually more flexible and layered than it seems. Some may see it as a possible ...

Abraham Lincoln would be amazed to see today’s log cabin homes. Open floor plans, large windows, elaborate truss work and less maintenance are often featured. Log homes continue to evoke the beauty ...

Creating the rustic look is expensive, but low maintenance costs and the element of timelessness make it a great bargain for the urban dweller, says Namrata Kohli. Photograph: 42mm ...

Tony DiOrio wanted a rustic home, but his heart sank when his real estate agent drove him up to a West Milford, N.J., log house in 1999. “It was not really what I was thinking of,” DiOrio recalled.

Just outside Traverse City is a gorgeous log home that sits on the banks of the Boardman River. Between the main house, guest house, the two garages and sauna there is plenty of space to work, play ...