Awards and Media

Awards & Media Features

Together, PrecisionCraft and M-T-N Design are the premier designer and builder of log homes and timber homes. Through innovation and reinvention of these classic home styles, they have created thousands of delighted homeowners and earned numerous awards and media features.

Recent Awards

PrecisionCraft Website

Excellence in Website Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils

Tributary Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Tributary Residence

Located in the Teton Valley, with gorgeous views of the jagged peaks, this mountain modern timber frame cabin was designed as the perfect vacation getaway. The layout cleverly provides separation between the shared spaces and bedrooms, all on one level. The shape also creates room for a patio that extends the entertainment area outdoors, while maintaining privacy from neighbors.

Location: Idaho

Size:2,100 sq. ft.

Awards: 2023 Excellence in Timber Home Design
NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Durango

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc

Big Sky Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Big Sky Residence

Surrounded by the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains, this property overlooks the valley leading to the town of Big Sky, and this home was designed to take every advantage of that view. A modern design that mixes timber, steel, stone, and glass; the interior layout easily flows out to the covered deck where views go on for miles.

Location: Big Sky, Montana

Size:3,219 sq. ft.

Awards: 2023 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Brighton Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc

Lake Gaston Home Residence

Excellence in Log Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Lake Gaston Residence

Lake views and natural light are abundant within this breathtaking handcrafted log home in North Carolina. A light interior stain, multiple clerestory windows, and clever site orientation work in tandem to create modern living spaces, while maintaining the warmth of cabin life.

Location: North Carolina

Size:4,270 sq. ft.

Awards: 2021 Excellence in Log Home Design – NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Handcrafted Log Home

Design Inspiration: Crested Butte Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Roger Wade Studios

Stone County Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Stone County Residence

Designed for entertaining, this hybrid log and timber home features an open bar area that flows out to the expansive covered deck with amazing views of the valley beyond. Guests can choose from one of the bedroom suites in the basement, while the homeowners relax in their master suite, which includes a private sitting area with a fireplace wall.

Location: Missouri

Size: 8,804 sq. ft.

Awards: 2021 Excellence in Timber Home Design – NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Hybrid Log & Timber Home

Design Inspiration: Custom Design

Photos By: Roger Wade Studio

Eastern Nebraska Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Eastern Nebraska Residence

This Midwest timber frame home mixes modern architectural design with contemporary farm house charm. The modern design features a large wall of windows that connects the bright interior with the sprawling Nebraska farmland beyond. While the vertical wood siding and interior finishes, including a windmill-inspired fan and a rustic wood pantry door, are reminiscent of classic barns.

Location: Nebraska

Size:4,516 sq. ft.

Awards: 2020 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Cascade Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Roger Wade Studios

Cedar Creek Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Cedar Creek Residence

This captivating timber frame home is nestled on the edge of Cedar Creek Reservoir, located southeast of Dallas. Beautiful timber framing adds character and natural warmth to almost every room in the home. Examples include custom trusses in the entryway and through the great room, exposed floor joists in the breakfast nook, and the timbers that frame the cozy screened-in porch.

Location: Texas

Size:5,924 sq. ft.

Awards: 2019 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Custom Design

Photos By: Aaron Dougherty Photography

Cle Elum Residence

Timber Home of Distinction

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Cle Elum Residence

This Washington home features a beautiful blending of stone, wood, and metal which are offset by modern white walls, clean lines, and specially-selected accents. Nestled into the hillside, the owners enjoy breathtaking views of the natural landscape below from nearly every room in the home.

Location: Washington

Size:3,034 sq. ft.

Awards: 2019 Timber Home of Distinction
NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Hailey Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Roger Wade Studio

Silver Valley Residence

Timber Home of Distinction

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Silver Valley Residence

This contemporary wood home in Northern Idaho combines square milled log walls with beautifully detailed timber trusses that beckon with inviting warmth. Custom windows, framed in timber, flood the home’s interior with light and provide amazing views of the valley below. Multiple outdoor spaces include a firepit, wrap-around porch, and a detached outdoor living room.

Location: Idaho

Size:3,120 sq. ft.

Awards: 2018 Timber Home of Distinction NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Hybrid Log & Timber Home

Design Inspiration: Wood River Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc

Georgetown Lake Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils

Gold Award: One-of-a-Kind Custom Home

Best in American Living (BALA Award)
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Georgetown Lake Residence

This spectacular modern home cascades effortlessly with the landscape to provide unmatched views of the lake. Warm timber beams flow through the interior, opening the core of the home to a picturesque landscape beyond. In fact, nearly every room has access to a unique outdoor living space.

Location: Montana

Size:4,593 sq. ft.

Awards: 2018 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils 2017 BALA Gold Award: One-of-a-Kind Custom Home

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Cascade Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Roger Wade Studios

Steamboat Springs Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils

Platinum Award: One-of-a-Kind Custom Home

Best in Region, Mountain

Best in American Living (BALA Award)
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Steamboat Springs Residence

Set amongst the historic beauty of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, this timber frame cabin perfectly echoes the local heritage. The bold rustic style is born from imaginative details which include: a traditional wrap-around porch, large, hand-adzed timbers, chinked wood siding, and hundreds of unique finishes.

Location: Colorado

Size:2,397 sq. ft.

Awards: 2018 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils
2017 BALA Platinum Award: One-of-a-Kind Custom Home
2017 BALA: Best in Region-Mountain

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Custom Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc

Bowling Green Residence

Silver Award: Design Detail

Best in American Living (BALA Award)
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Bowling Green Residence

The frontier history of Kentucky helped inspire this modern-day log home lodge.  In fact, each log in the home was hand-peeled with the same type of tools the pioneers would have used. These authentic details accentuate the rustic atmosphere within each room of this custom post and beam log home.

Location: Kentucky

Size:4,822 sq. ft.

Awards: 2017 Log Home of Distinction NAHB Building Systems Councils 2017 Design Detail – Silver Award BALA – Best in American Living

Structural Style: Handcrafted Log Post & Beam Home

Design Inspiration: Woodhaven Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Mountain Photographics, inc.

Bowling Green Residence

Log Home of Distinction

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Bowling Green Residence

The frontier history of Kentucky helped inspire this modern-day log home lodge.  In fact, each log in the home was hand-peeled with the same type of tools the pioneers would have used. These authentic details accentuate the rustic atmosphere within each room of this custom post and beam log home.

Location: Kentucky

Size:4,822 sq. ft.

Awards: 2017 Log Home of Distinction NAHB Building Systems Councils 2017 Design Detail – Silver Award BALA – Best in American Living

Structural Style: Handcrafted Log Post & Beam Home

Design Inspiration: Woodhaven Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Mountain Photographics, inc.

Red Lodge Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Red Lodge Residence

This modern timber frame home is spread over a single level where almost every room has a spectacular view of the Montana landscape beyond. The mixture of warm wood tones, metal accents and sleek interior finishes combine in a design style we call Mountain Modern.

Location: Montana

Size:2,990 sq. ft.

Awards: 2016 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Cascade Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Roger Wade Studios

Afton Residence

Excellence in Timber Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Afton Residence

Dramatic architectural features cause this timber frame home to stand out amongst the Wyoming countryside. The octagonal stair turret is a main focus of the front elevation while the rear view features a deep overhang supported by a custom hammer beam truss. An outdoor fireplace is located under the extended patio that flows directly from the dining room inside.

Location: Wyoming

Size:3,054 sq. ft.

Awards: 2016 Excellence in Timber Home Design NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Timber Frame Home

Design Inspiration: Crested Butte Floor Plan Concept

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc.

Windermere Residence

Log Home of Distinction

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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Windermere Residence

This stately log home design features a combination of log walls, large-diameter log posts and stone to create a sense that the house was erected from the surrounding British Columbia landscape.

Location: British Columbia, Canada

Size:4,494 sq. ft.

Awards: 2015 Log Home of Distinction – NAHB Building Systems Councils

Structural Style: Hybrid Log & Timber Home

Design Inspiration: Stoneridge Log Home Concept

Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc

Norwood Residence

Excellence in Green Home Design

NAHB Building Systems Councils
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