THE DEERWOOD EXPERIENCE
THE PROCESS OF WORKING WITH US
Learn more about our home building process
CHOOSING YOUR BUILDING TYPE
PLANNING PHASE
TIMBER AND LOG CONSTRUCTION
Square timber post and beams create the handcrafted structure. Logs are then placed between the posts and all joints are sealed with chinking. The logs can be either round or flat on the exposed sides.
Traditional LOG CONSTRUCTION
Deerwood log homes are created using only standing dead trees that are hand peeled and hand scribed by our craftsman and fit to perfection. The log shell is first constructed in our log yard, then disassembled, moved on-site and re-erected by our own crews.
Conventional CONSTRUCTION
Conventionally-framed structures with log or timber features added to both the exterior and interior of the home. This allows you to have a traditionally-framed home with the added elegance of log or timber accents.
LOG SHELL
A log shell home includes just the log work. We prepare the window and door openings, trim the log ends, and prepare for framing.
IMAGINE YOUR DREAM HOME
DESIGN PHASE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CONSULTATION
The first step in constructing a log home is devising a plan. Each homeowner has individual needs and desires, and Deerwood Log Homes is committed to customizing each home to its owner. Deerwood’s designers can work directly with the customer who has his or her own ideas about what a custom home should look like or we would be more than happy to consult with your own architect.
Our in-house projects have included everything from 600 square foot designs to 10,000 square foot “mountain mansions”. All of our custom designed homes take into account the specifics of location, topography, interior and exterior styles, traffic flow, and furniture arrangements. We often create homes for our clients with little more than an idea and a roughly sketched floor plan.
CONSTRUCTION DRAWING AND BLUEPRINT DRAFTING
We begin with a simple sketch at a scale of 1/16″ = 1′ to come up with the basic layout of levels, rooms and approximate size. We incorporate innovative architectural ideas to suit each client’s unique vision of their dream home.
Construction Drawings includes 3-dimensional modeling of final floor plans and elevations, cross sections, structural plans, furniture placement, and electrical plans. We will have plans engineered where required by local building codes for additional cost.
START CONSTRUCTING YOUR HOME
BUILDING PHASE
CLOSE-IN WORK
Close-in work includes log work, staining, chinking, wall and roof framing, installing exterior door and window bucks, installing windows and exterior doors, exterior finishes, decks, railings, covered porches, siding and roofing, masonry, fireplace installation, and timber/log accents.
TURN-KEY INTERIOR FINISHES
Turn-Key homes include all phases of construction from start to finish. We offer turnkey construction for homes being built near the Laramie area. Interior finishes include kitchen appliances, cabinets and counter tops, floor coverings, doors, trim, tile, wall and ceiling materials, plumbing fixtures, and electrical fixtures.
SEE IT IN ACTION
CUSTOM BUILT HOMES AND CABINS GALLERY
EXPERIENCED
Deerwood Log Homes is one of the longest running 2nd generation family owned and operated construction businesses in the area. With over 30 years in business, we are the only full service company that offers both professional architectural design as well as high quality artisan building services.
PASSIONATE
From designing your dream home’s blueprints to moving into your turn-key ready home, Deerwood will treat you like family every step of the way with their top-notch customer service.
EFFICIENT
We have a full service design team and use locally sourced sustainable wood and logs that embodies the authentic Western lifestyle. Our unique dedication to quality and craftsmanship makes each of their homes a living work of art full of character and personality as unique as you can dream it.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
“We all cared enough about each other to accomplish the dream of our lifetime. Kelly Cole, our builder, translated this dream with his insight, spirit, and his devoted team. With only one visit, it was all done long distance, and there is not one thing I would change.”
LYNN
client
START DESIGNING YOUR DREAM HOME
We invite you to visit with us, examine the quality construction of our homes and observe our crew of experienced craftsmen at work. Finished homes surrounding Laramie, Wyoming and the Centennial Valley are available for viewing. This would be an excellent opportunity to see the finished homes, talk to the owners and see how satisfied they are with the quality and design of their homes.