Douglas Fir Log Home in Pennsylvania

At approximately 19,000 square feet, this custom residence is an outstanding example of large-scale handcrafted log home design. Designed by architect Paul-Jean Plaza, built by Greg Dischinat of Greg S Custom Remodeling, and constructed with a handcrafted Douglas Fir log shell supplied by Lake Country Log Homes, the home combines handcrafted log construction with natural stone and expansive glass to create a truly remarkable home.

Exterior craftsmanship showing the home's log walls, covered decks and natural stone base — Handcrafted log construction, natural stone and expansive covered outdoor spaces unite the residence inside and out.

A Great Room Defined by Structure

The Great Room's monumental stone fireplace beneath the exposed Douglas Fir roof structure — The floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace anchors the 1,300-square-foot Great Room.

At the heart of the home is the 1,300 square-foot Great Room, where a massive floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace anchors the space beneath an exposed Douglas Fir roof structure. Second-floor balconies overlook the room, while substantial posts, beams, ridge beams, purlins and handcrafted rafters remain fully visible, making the log structure itself one of the room’s defining visual features.

Expansive Great Room glazing framed by handcrafted Douglas Fir posts and beams — Expansive glazing brings daylight deep into the timber-framed interior.

A 2,100-Square-Foot Indoor Pool Wing

The expansive indoor pool beneath handcrafted Douglas Fir trusses and a wall of windows — The indoor pool wing pairs a broad wall of glass with an exposed Douglas Fir roof structure.

Occupying its own wing of the residence, a 2,100 square-foot indoor pool is among the home’s most impressive spaces. This room flares outwards and contains two handcrafted log scissor trusses, the larger spanning approximately 46 feet.

Stone, Timber and Movement

A sculptural timber staircase rising through the stone-and-log interior — The staircase rises through natural stone, round-log columns and handcrafted railings.

Natural stone stairs and a wildlife display at the base of the main staircase — Natural stone and wildlife displays establish the character of the lower level.

A winding staircase connects the principal levels and provides one of the homes’ most recognizable interior features. At its base, a bear display introduces the wildlife trophies found throughout the residence, reflecting the interests of the original owner, an enthusiastic hunter.

Designed Beyond the Main Rooms

A bright game room framed by exposed Douglas Fir logs and large windows — Even the secondary spaces retain the home’s structural scale and abundant natural light.

Beyond the principal gathering spaces, the floor plan includes a spacious game room, private bedroom suites, offices and additional living areas, each contributing to a residence designed for both everyday living and entertaining.

A Singular Handcrafted Home

Built for an enthusiastic hunter, the residence reflects that interest, with wildlife trophies displayed throughout. The home also demonstrates what can be achieved when an architect’s vision, an experienced builder, and a handcrafted log home company work together toward a common goal. The result is a remarkable home that stands as an outstanding example of handcrafted log home construction.