The best log house is built on the details
The best and highest-quality log house is a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. PolarHouse is known as a supplier of high-quality...
Why is a thermal log wall structure better than a traditional log structure?
Builders often worry about two things: • How much will it cost to heat the house 20 years from now? • How can construction mistakes be avoided if...
The most beautiful rental villas in Lapland
PolarHouse has been designing warm and functional holiday homes in Lapland's fell areas since 2000. Many of the holiday homes have been built for the...
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a House in Lapland
Everything non-Finnish residents need to know – costs, permits, land, and common mistakes Written for international buyers planning to build a home...
Ecological construction and U values go hand in hand
If you are planning to build a house, you have almost certainly encountered the term U‑value. Simply put, the U‑value tells you how well a structure...
What is a Prefab Log Cabin?
PolarHouse’s thermal prefab log cabin refers to a wooden chalet delivered as a prefabricated unit, which is assembled in dry factory conditions and...
Scandinavian log homes – where tradition meets modern technology
Finland is the most-forested country in Europe, and the Finns are experts at building their houses from wood. As timber construction techniques have...