In short: Log summerhouse with an attic No. 10 is a building of round logs with a tall gable roof, in whose gable there is a window into the attic. A lower canopy runs along the facade and covers the terrace, and the roof edges are decorated with bargeboards cut in a wavy pattern. The summerhouse was photographed in a blooming garden. The size, finish and equipment are agreed individually with each customer.
A summerhouse surrounded by flowers
The photo was taken in late summer or early autumn, when flowers are still blooming in the garden. In front of the summerhouse white hydrangeas bloom, together with orange and pink flowers, and farther on there are thujas and shrubs. People can be seen on the terrace: it is a lived-in, used summerhouse and not an exhibition sample.
Flowers and logs make a very cozy combination. The warm, reddish-brown shade of the logs brings out the colors of the blooming plants, and the building itself looks like the heart of the garden. It is a good example of how a wooden summerhouse can blend into an already mature garden: no big rearrangements are needed, it is enough to leave room for a path and flower beds.
The walls are laid of round, smooth logs coated with a warm reddish-brown shade. At the corners the ends of the logs project, and the junction of an interior wall can also be seen on the facade. From it you can guess that there is more than one room on the first floor.
The summerhouse stands on separate supports that lift the logs off the ground. A gap remains between the supports through which air circulates, so the floor and the lower rows of logs stay dry longer. This kind of base suits a garden well, where the soil is often damp from watering.
It is worth keeping the gap under the building clean: do not let leaves, rubbish or garden tools pile up there. Then air can move freely, and the floor will dry quickly after rain.
A tall roof and room for an attic
The roof catches the eye most. It is tall, fairly steep and takes up a large part of the building. Under such a roof a space forms that can be adapted as an attic room. In the gable, right under the roof ridge, a small window with a light frame is set; light enters the upper space through it.
An attic is a great way to enlarge a summerhouse without taking up more of the plot. The first floor can hold a common room and a kitchenette, and a sleeping area can be on top. For children the attic often becomes the favorite place in the summerhouse, because it recalls a hideaway under the roof.
Still, an attic has to be planned in advance. The stairs, the number of windows, insulation and ventilation depend on its purpose. The photo shows only the exterior, so nothing can be judged about the interior fitting-out: all this is agreed when you order.
The roof is covered with a dark brown tile covering. The dark color contrasts nicely with the warm shade of the logs and emphasizes the clear shape of the building. This covering is easy to maintain and suits all kinds of weather.
A steep roof sheds rainwater quickly and holds less snow, so it suits our climate well. Just make sure that the water and snow falling from the roof do not land right on flower beds or paths: this is worth thinking through when planning the surroundings.
A canopy over the terrace and wavy bargeboards
A second, lower canopy runs along the front facade, below the main roof. It covers the terrace and the lower part of the wall, so the building looks stepped: a tall roof at the top and a broad, low canopy below. A narrow strip of logs can be seen between the two roofs.
This two-level roof form has a practical benefit. The lower canopy protects the windows, the lower part of the wall and the terrace from rain, and in summer from the scorching sun. There is more shade around the building, and the terrace is covered along its whole length.
A special finishing detail is the bargeboards. The edges of both roofs are clad with boards whose lower edge is cut in a wavy pattern. It is a traditional decorative element of wooden architecture that gives the building warmth and a handmade feel. The wavy edge also helps water drip off the boards instead of running down their surface.
The terrace on the left side of the facade is held up by a natural-shaped trunk. It stands out with its branching forms and goes well with the log walls.
The terrace under the canopy is not very deep, but a bench or several armchairs fit on it. In the photo you can see that time is happily spent on the terrace. It is a place to take cover from rain, rest after work in the garden or watch the children play. If you need more room for a table, the depth of the terrace can be discussed when you order.
Windows and light on both floors
In the long wall, under the canopy, there is a two-leaf window with light yellow frames. It is surrounded by a wide, darker wooden trim that sets off the shape of the window against the logs. A window of this size gives the first-floor room enough light and at the same time keeps it cozy.
Because the window is under the lower canopy, it is protected from direct rain and the midday sun. That is very convenient in summer: the room does not overheat, and the window can be kept open even in the rain. On the other hand, the canopy slightly reduces the amount of light entering the room, so when planning it is worth thinking about whether an additional window in another wall will be needed.
In the upper space, light comes from the window in the gable. If the attic will be used for sleeping, such a window may be enough, because a bedroom does not need too much light. If you want to work or play there, it is worth discussing a larger window or a skylight in the slope.
The color of the window frames matters too. Light yellow frames, as in the photo, go nicely with the reddish-brown logs and give the facade brightness. Dark frames would create a more restrained, modern look, and white ones a more traditional one. It is worth choosing the color of the frames and trim together with the color of the walls and the roof.
What the photo shows
A short summary helps you quickly judge the solutions of this typical example.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Walls of round logs | Yes |
| Tall gable roof | Yes, dark tile covering |
| A window in the gable | Yes |
| A lower canopy over the terrace | Yes |
| Bargeboards cut in a wavy pattern | Yes |
| A column of a natural trunk | Yes |
| A two-leaf window | Yes, in the long wall |
| Base on supports | Yes |
A summerhouse with an attic: who it suits
A one-and-a-half-story summerhouse suits families who need more space but do not want to take up the whole plot. Daytime life takes place on the first floor, and the sleeping area is on top. Then the summerhouse becomes a real summer home, where you can spend not only a weekend but the whole vacation.
- for a family summer home in a garden;
- for a farmstead that often has guests;
- for a rest house with a separate sleeping area upstairs;
- for a small plot where height matters more than area.
The photo shows that the summerhouse was built on a garden plot among other buildings and plants. It is not too large, so it does not overshadow the garden, yet the tall roof gives it significance. A path leads to it, and flowers grow around, all of which creates a cozy, lived-in picture.
Next to the summerhouse it is worth providing an outdoor rest area too. Laukbaldis makes oak outdoor furniture and wooden gazebos, so the whole garden rest zone can be created in one style.
What to discuss when ordering and how to care for it
Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so the size, finish and equipment of the summerhouse are agreed with each customer. Before the conversation it is useful to think about:
- The attic. Whether it will be a living space or only for storing things, and how you will get up to it.
- The terrace. Whether a terrace under a lower canopy is enough or you need a larger one.
- The roofing. A dark tile covering, as in the photo, or another solution.
- The finishing details. Whether you want bargeboards cut in a wavy pattern.
- The season. Whether the summerhouse will be used only in summer.
- The place and documents. What the soil of the plot is like and what your municipality requires.
Other works will help you compare: the log summerhouse with a terrace No. 20 and the summerhouse with a gable roof No. 25-5. You will find all the examples in the section saunas and summerhouses.
Care is not complicated. Inspect the coating of the logs every year, especially on the south side. Check the bargeboards with the wavy edge for looseness and fading of the coating. Water the flower beds by the walls so that water does not hit the logs, and leave a gap between the plants and the wall for air.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked since 1996 and makes summerhouses, saunas, log cabins, gazebos and outdoor furniture. Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 10. We will discuss the size of the summerhouse, the attic, the terrace and the place in your garden. If you have a plan of the plot or photos, prepare them: then the conversation will be more concrete.
Frequently asked questions
Does summerhouse No. 10 have an attic?
A tall roof with a window in the gable makes it possible to fit out an attic room under the roof. How it will be fitted out and used is agreed when you order.
What is the lower canopy on the facade for?
The lower canopy covers the terrace and the bottom of the wall, and protects the windows from rain and the scorching sun. It also makes the building look stepped and cozy.
What are wavy bargeboards?
They are the boards covering the roof edges whose lower edge is cut in a wavy pattern. They decorate the building and help water drip off the boards.
Can a different roof covering be chosen?
Yes, the photo shows a typical example with a dark tile covering. The roofing and its color are agreed when you order.
How do I look after a summerhouse surrounded by flower beds?
Water so that the water does not hit the log walls, and leave a gap between the plants and the building. Inspect the lower rows of logs every year.
How do I order summerhouse No. 10?
Call us and quote No. 10. We will agree on the size of the summerhouse, the attic, the terrace and the place in your garden.
