Log House

The promise of riches in a new land lured many settlers to the West, but it was a harsh climate where shelter was the most urgent necessity. A House on the Prairie describes the legacy of these early days: environmentally unsuitable dwellings that now either devour money and fuel to remain functional, or slowly disintegrate in the sun, wind and frost. People today are beginning to recognize the importance of housing suitable to specific environments, and some of these new examples of western Canadian architecture are presented, with comments by designers, builders, and the people who live in the somewhat experimental dwellings.

A look at innovative housing and community design in response to the Canadian environment and the need to conserve energy sources. Two planned mining towns--Fermont, Québec, and Leaf Rapids, Manitoba--are examined, as well as solar-heated homes in Ontario and Prince Edward Island.

Un aperçu des méthodes de construction d'une cabane de rondins par un homme qui s'y connaît bien et qui aime son métier.