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