TWINSBURG, Ohio -- When you think of a home constructed from logs, the word "stunning" probably doesn't come to mind, but then you've never seen Bob Voelker's 5,300-square-foot log home in Twinsburg.

Les Bernabi displays his award at the Interior Design Society awards gala in May. (Photo courtesy of Ciao Design Group) The remodeled log home kitchen features new flooring, lighting and cabinetry.

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Homify is another excellent home design app. This one focuses more on ideas than actions. It boasts a library of over 1.5 million photos of various house and kitchen environments. You browse them in ...