Charming off-grid Cabns offer eco-friendly refuge in the Australian bush

As a massive country where the majority of the population lives in built-up areas along the coastline, Australia offers many quiet corners to escape the hustle and bustle. Local outfit Cabn looks to lure busy folks into these scenic surrounds by way of… Continue reading Charming off-grid Cabns offer eco-friendly refuge in the Australian bush

No-frills cabin designed for thrifty downsizers

Hungarian design collective Hello Wood has created a compact cabin inspired by the tiny house movement. Named Kabinka, the project is intended to serve as a simple and affordable weekend retreat, additional bedroom, or office, and starts at €10,000 (ro… Continue reading No-frills cabin designed for thrifty downsizers

Hardy hiking cabins shaped to withstand high winds

On December 25, 2011, a cyclone destroyed Norway’s Tungestølen Tourist Cabin, which had served hikers for over a century. Commissioned to create its replacement, Snøhetta did its best to ensure the same thing won’t happen again any time soon and design… Continue reading Hardy hiking cabins shaped to withstand high winds

3D printer and automotive robot used to build prototype cabin

With its wavy wooden exterior and concrete base, Ashen Cabin has a striking appearance, but the really interesting thing about this prototype dwelling is how it was made. Its concrete base was created with a 3D printer and the wood is beetle-damaged as… Continue reading 3D printer and automotive robot used to build prototype cabin

Lakeside Cabin is well-suited for hanging out, whatever the weather

The Lakeside Cabin in Quebec, Canada, looks like a great place to hang with friends, literally – thanks to a climbing rope in the front room. Besides this fun little addition, it’s well-equipped for entertaining guests and is designed to maintain a com… Continue reading Lakeside Cabin is well-suited for hanging out, whatever the weather

Geodesic cabins offer energy-efficient dwellings for adventure lovers

French architectural firm FUGU, which specializes in creating unique Alpine structures, has revealed a series of geodesic cabins that are energy-efficient and designed for adventure lovers. The eco-lodges are modular in design, fully customizable, and … Continue reading Geodesic cabins offer energy-efficient dwellings for adventure lovers

Rusted cabin serves as attractive workspace and shelter

Powers Construction designed and built the Site Shack to serve as a cosy alternative to the shipping containers and trailers often used as workspaces by project managers on building sites. The attractive cabin is also envisioned as a compact … Continue reading Rusted cabin serves as attractive workspace and shelter