House in the Pyrenees by Architects Cadaval & Solà-Morales
Posted by Cynthia | Filed under Musings
What a veiw! This mountain hideaway in Canejan, Valle de Aran Spain, is a project by Cadaval & Solà-Morales. Respecting the original and creating a whole new modern identity, this home is visibly grounded in its built history. Seemingly carved into the mountainside, its form responds to the Pyrenees mountains it is nestled within. Spectacular light and view, dynamic and graceful form, as well as interior flow and function. A modern beauty.
Images sourced at http://www.yatzer.com
Tags: architecture, cabin, Cadaval & Solà-Morales, interior design, Mountain retreat, Pyrenees Mountains, spain, Vacation House
The One Room Cabin
Posted by Cynthia | Filed under House Tours, Musings
This dreamy get away set on an island north of the San Juans, is designed by Olson Kundig Architects. The exterior metal skin of this single room cabin will be allowed to weather naturally, to create a vibrant patina. Inside, wood-finished surfaces create a cozy refuge. A large, weathered steel panel slides across a window wall, securing the space when the owner is away. This space has everything one needs to function, with a minimal footprint. Low maintenance materials allow the occupant to enjoy the environment, both inside and out, rather than maintain it. The ample glass provides an undisrupted view, and the deep overhang of the roof provides sun control to the interior, without compromise of view or daylight. This little nugget is a welcoming retreat.
Images and excepts found at Olson Kundig Architects
Tags: architecture, cabin, Cottage, Olson Kundig Architects, San Juan Islands
The perfect minimalist cabin
Posted by Cynthia | Filed under Musings
This beautiful minimalist cabin, exudes elegance despite its modest and unassuming materials. It is a ‘one room’ floor plan, with spaces defined by various functions such as working, sleeping, and eating. There is a loft which takes advantage of vertical space, and provides an element of privacy. I especially like the furniture collection. Vintage finds, but not your typical and expected faire. The bucket chairs above, by Walter Knoll are highly collectible, and work beautifully as a sculptural element in the understated environment.
The cabin was built with paneling on the interior as an environmentally friendly alternative to gypsum board. Natural lighting is maximized and controlled for direct gain through clear glazing, as well as a diffused effect with the use of polygal panels, which are durable and long lasting.
The modest footprint lives large due to attention to daylight, the flow and the function of space, minimal and light framed furniture, and the clean, uncluttered, design aesthetic. I’d like to move right in.
Images sourced at http://www.marieclairemaison.com
Tags: architecture, cabin, interior design, Modern Cabin, Modern Furniture
Dark Walls in Denmark
Posted by Erin | Filed under Design Tips, Inspiration, Musings
As much as I love clean, pure, white walls and furnishings, my heart tends to skip a beat when faced with dark, cozy homes. Exhibit A: This comfy getaway in Denmark, as spotted on My Scandinavian Retreat.
Paired with faded patterned textiles, worn leather furnishings and white trim, dark walls seem to rejoice in the lazy days. Can you imagine hibernating here during the dog days of summer or cold winter nights?
Of course, when working with dark walls, warmer elements tend to play nicer — try rustic wooden floor boards, lightweight artwork and minimal furnishings like the ones displayed above.
What do you think, friends? How dark would you go?
Images via Vart Nya Hem
Tags: cabin, dark walls, denmark, home tour, house tour, norwegian design, rustic, scandinavian design
Why Don’t You…?
Posted by Erin | Filed under Inspiration, Musings
… create a playhouse in the middle of your living / dining space?
Rooms are meant to be played in, as witnessed by the fun and quirky wooden facade seen in the middle of this Canadian vacation home. In fact, this wooden construction simply leads guests into a separate wing of the home, but I adore the illusion of an outdoor-inspired treehouse in the middle of an indoor space.
What do you think? Would you ever build a playhouse in your space — with or without kids? I’m filing this idea away for future reference indeed!
Image Credit: Dwell Magazine
Tags: cabin, canada, dream-home, Inspiration, playhouse
