At Burk Construction, our custom log homes capture the soul of America’s past while embracing the comforts and performance of today. Log cabins remind us of a simpler time—when family, friends, and the land formed the heart of daily life. Today, we honor that legacy by designing and building log structures with historic craftsmanship, energy efficiency, and timeless appeal.
We work closely with each client to design a log cabin or log home that reflects your personal style and functional needs—whether rustic or refined, compact or expansive. All of our new and vintage log structures are crafted to meet or exceed current energy efficiency standards, ensuring your home is as comfortable and sustainable as it is beautiful.
🔍 Learn more about energy-efficient log homes at The Log and Timber Homes Council.
Vintage Log Cabin Restoration & Relocation
We specialize in moving, restoring, and rebuilding vintage log cabins. Whether you own an existing cabin or want one sourced and relocated, we can reconstruct it with care, preserving the story in every beam. We can also incorporate antique hand-hewn logs into custom-built hybrid structures that blend the old with the new.
These historic materials, often over a century old, offer:
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Natural patina and historical authenticity
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Logs that have already aged, dried, and stabilized
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Reduced risk of shrinkage, movement, or settlement
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A visual texture modern logs cannot replicate
Each historic log home reflects the work of early American craftsmen who selected the tallest, strongest trees, hand-hewing each log with precision and pride.
New Hand-Hewn Log Homes & Hybrid Kits
For clients seeking a new log home with Appalachian character, we offer hand-hewn log cabins crafted using time-honored methods like:
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Dovetail corner joinery
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Traditional chinking between flattened log surfaces
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Custom options for full-scribe log construction, with round logs carved to interlock seamlessly without chinking
We also design hybrid log and timber frame packages, combining the strength and warmth of heavy timber with the cozy charm of logs. These designs are ideal for homeowners wanting more layout flexibility, improved insulation values, and a modern rustic look.
Explore more of our work in Timber Frame and Architectural Beam Construction, or view our full service offerings for custom homes, historic restoration, outdoor spaces, and more.