Cabin Fever

When we think about cabins, we often picture a classic log cabin, with a crackling fire, exposed structural wooden beams, and a moody color palette. But if there’s one thing we can glean from the cabins in this book, it’s that most architects have moved on. Contemporary trends have gone well beyond the much-loved traditional aesthetic, updating it with restrained interiors and bright, open spaces. Designed to make the most of their environment, they offer expansive views of the surrounding scenery. Nestled in thriving woodlands, overlooking bodies of water, or even exposed to the elements on a mountain’s peak, architects are contending to create high-impact spaces on a small scale.