| Do you want to work from home but there isn't any | | | | The log cabin used as an office, should contain |
| space? Are you working from home but family | | | | sufficient desk and file storage space and be at the |
| members and friends distract you? Do you need | | | | correct temperature so it can be used all-year-round. |
| more space for your office, but an extension is too | | | | A thermostatic heater, double-glazing, insulated walls, |
| expensive and time consuming? | | | | floor and ceiling, can help maintain a comfortable |
| A Log cabin, as a home office could provide a quick | | | | working temperature in the winter. In the summer, |
| and easy solution to your problems, and are gaining in | | | | with the doors and windows open you can create a |
| popularity. They come in a variety of shapes and | | | | refreshing atmosphere to work in. If you choose a |
| sizes, look attractive and can be built in less than a | | | | log cabin with a veranda, not only will it enhance the |
| week. Being located in a beautifully designed log cabin | | | | look of your office, but you'll also have the choice of |
| could enhance your company, be developed as part | | | | working outside while enjoying the fresh air. You'll be |
| of your company's branding and become a valuable | | | | the envy of everyone who has to work in a stuffy |
| business asset. | | | | office! |
| A one-room log cabin in a square or rectangular | | | | Log cabins can be built from scratch or by assembling |
| design is the most prevalent shape for an office, | | | | a DIY kit. DIY kits only need a basic selection of |
| although you could have an L shape, a hexagon | | | | tools, such as: a hammer, screwdriver, power drill, |
| shape or have one designed to your exact | | | | spirit level, an adjustable spanner, a knife, stepladder |
| specifications. The size of the log cabin is often | | | | and safety goggles. This could be an interesting |
| dictated by the available space in your garden. The | | | | project for any DIY fan. However, if the thought of |
| smallest size for a log cabin office is generally 8' x 10' | | | | assembling your own log cabin fills you with fear, |
| and the most popular sizes are 12' x 8' and 12' x 10'. | | | | don't worry. There are companies that specialise in |
| Ideally you should have a clear space of least 18" | | | | designing and constructing log cabins specifically for |
| wide on all sides to ensure easy access for installation | | | | offices. They understand the needs of a log cabin |
| and future maintenance. Log cabins are easy to | | | | when it is used as a home office and will work with |
| maintain once they are erected. To help prolong the | | | | you from the planning stage, right through to the |
| life of your log cabin, once a year the external timber | | | | finished construction. They will ensure there is enough |
| should be treated with a quality wood stain and the | | | | power and telecom points fitted for all your electrical |
| windows and door hinges should be oiled regularly. | | | | equipment, plenty of room for shelves and cupboards |
| If you regularly have customers visiting your office, a | | | | to hold your stock and accessories and adequate |
| loft-designed log cabin may be your choice. The | | | | lighting so you don't strain your eyes while you're |
| upstairs area could be your working area and the | | | | working. The log cabin is then fitted with a secure |
| downstairs used as a meet and greet area; furnished | | | | locking system to keep your business safe. |
| with comfortable sofas and chairs, coffee table and a | | | | So, don't just dream about having a home office; a |
| tea-and-coffee making area. Customers will not want | | | | log cabin could be the answer. |
| to leave! | | | | |