Author name: rantasalmicom

When the idea of having our own log home began to take shape, the decisive push came from an unexpected source: a recommendation from a colleague. Rantasalmi impressed us with their expertise and flexibility—and from that grew a home where the exterior blends seamlessly with the forest and the interior is bathed in light.
The starting point for designing the home was clear: functionality, light, and making full use of the plot and its orientations. The location was far from easy—slopes and exposed rock—but it was seen as an opportunity, not an obstacle. Rantasalmi embraced the challenge.

When the Kotiranta family decided to build their dream home in the beautiful lakeside scenery of Loikansaari in Savonlinna, Finland, they knew immediately that a log house was the only right choice. The family had previously built a log cottage on the same property, and now it was time to create a modern, nature-inspired home alongside it—one that would blend the stunning surroundings with everyday functionality. For the family, it was essential that the common areas of the house be spacious and filled with natural light. Large windows and glass surfaces that seamlessly connect the interior with nature were a key priority for them.