Log cabins were constructed with either a purlin roof structure or a rafter roof structure. A purlin roof consists of horizontal logs that are notched into the gable-wall logs. The latter are progressively shortened to form the characteristic triangular gable end. The steepness of the roof was determined by the reduction in size of each gable-wall log as well as the total number of gable-wall logs. Flatter roofed cabins might have had only 2 or 3 gable-wall logs while steeply pitched roofs might have had as many gable-wall logs as a full story. Issues Old World decorating receives its inspiration from traditional European interior design styles such as Mediterranean, French country, Tuscan, Spanish, Italian villa and French chateau. The style celebrates the comforts found in the time-worn furnishings of vintage European manors with features such as distressed finishes, deep, rich colors and organic, full-bodied textures. Earthy materials such as granite, limestone and terra-cotta add a primitive, rustic element that you can soften with luxurious fabrics such as velvet and brocade.