Cabin in the Woods
Cabin in the Woods is a home nestled within the landscape for a couple wanting to live small, but not tiny. A long narrow structure was created which opposed the slope of the land. As the programme becomes more private in use, the house separates from the ground. Careful planning of spaces allow for the home to expand with guests yet maintain a cozy feel when it is just the two of them. The result is a space for relaxation and appreciation of the natural setting after a long day of work.
The ‘grounding’ of the lounge room was important to maintain a strong physical connection to the outdoors, where the clients could step out directly into the bush. It also expands the areas that they could use when entertaining.
The sunken lounge allows for the creation of a higher ceiling whilst retaining a single skillion roof line. The living, kitchen and dining space was widened slightly to maintain proportions and a spacious feel.
Compost toilets, rainwater tanks and solar panels on a nearby shed assist in the sustainability of the house. Recycled timber was used throughout and strategically located windows allow for cross ventilation and visibility down the length of the building.
The ‘grounding’ of the lounge room was important to maintain a strong physical connection to the outdoors, where the clients could step out directly into the bush. It also expands the areas that they could use when entertaining.
The sunken lounge allows for the creation of a higher ceiling whilst retaining a single skillion roof line. The living, kitchen and dining space was widened slightly to maintain proportions and a spacious feel.
Compost toilets, rainwater tanks and solar panels on a nearby shed assist in the sustainability of the house. Recycled timber was used throughout and strategically located windows allow for cross ventilation and visibility down the length of the building.
