The various types of wood block are undoubtedly core materials for many a builder, but mixing and matching two or more different types of wood, as well as working log and stripped log into the build in addition to planks, can actually create some really striking designs.
There’s a whole spectrum of wood colors already in the game, and the number of options is only going to grow, so don’t be afraid to get stuck in and see what sort of wood-based wonders you can come up with.