The thesis reviews the design of a timber log cabin using Eurocode standards. Eurocode 1, which is the basis for all structures, and Eurocode 5, which relates to timber structures, are reviewed in more detail. The effects of snow and wind on the structure are described and their loads are calculated. The selected solid softwood beam is then subjected to a strength test according to Eurocode 5. OptimalBeam is used to extract the internal transverse forces and moments that occur when the beam is loaded. The data is then used to calculate the ultimate limit states and serviceability states. When the criteria of the referred methods are checked, the support beam is found to be compliant with them.
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