Architect Designs an Off Grid Cabin in the Woods (Cabin Tour)

Located on the north of Bruny Island, Killora Bay is an off grid cabin surrounded by untouched bushland and wild grass trees. The vibrant forest landscape embraces the home, allowing the residents to connect with nature and live privately in the delicate environment. The site, with its natural clearing, came with certain restrictions that included a predetermined building zone, which informed the scale of the off grid cabin’s structure.

The restrictions poised a challenge that ended up being integral to the design of the off grid cabin. The architecture needed to be flexible – the home’s small floorplan meant that each building element needed to work hard to achieve a comfortable and versatile space. This included having fold-out beds to work as part of the joinery, allowing rooms to be used for different functions when needed.

The internal spaces were designed with high ceilings and glass windows to bring light and movement into the interior design. Remaining connected with nature, the external greenery frames the interior rooms, with sunlight casting ever-changing shadows indoors. As an off grid cabin, the sliding doors allow the home to embrace the exterior as its own.

The material palette of the home is simple, giving the opportunity for the landscape to speak first. As an off grid cabin, it was important that the materials met bushfire regulations, but also worked in harmony with the surrounding forest landscape. The dark-stained timber cladding contrasts against the white concrete poured within the interior – the concrete has a raw finish and continues to bring the landscape’s earthy palette inward.

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Architecture by Lara Maeseele in Association with Tanner Architects.
Interior Design and Styling by Lara Maeseele.
Build by Driftwood Workshop and Tim Watson.
Structural Engineering by Aldanmark.
Filmed and Edited by Cheer Squad Film Co.
Production by The Local Project.

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[dreamskeepmesane]

the bathroom is amazing. Having a shower under the stars.. incredible

[jacksonhides]

The timber exterior really blends into the surrounds. Fantastic house.

[michaelnicola]

The Shack, you have to love that, it suggests that there is not a sense of preciousness here and yet, everything was treated as if it was/is. The modesty of the scale relative to the majesty of the land is so respectful and inspiring. There is no mistake that this is a very special home. Restrained, refined and still cozy. Remarkable.

[MrGwizyadig]

THIS is absolutely gorgeous. One of my favorite homes yet.

[davidsheppard]

I like the idea of Fold up Beds. It's a very good idea being able to use rooms for more than one purpose.

[myratogonon]

What I love about the house is it doesn't overpower its environment. It' just...there, humbly blending in and not serving as a distraction. It's just a house... a resting place in a quiet environment.

[grahamjeffery]

I'm curious about the off grid features of the cabin, which aren't really described in the film - how is electricity generated, where does the water come from, what happens to waste water, how is hot water heated?

[raysville]

An exceptionally complimentary use of wood and concrete (which was beautifully poured.)

[ryehlb]

This is ridiculously gorgeous. There are so many elements & themes from this house that I so love.

[theTylerMorale]

Mad props to the videographer. Beautiful shots. And the clip where the fire reflection in the glass was perfectly overlayed with the unlit fireplace outside 👏👏

[ThibVc]

I love tiny houses but this extra space and comfort would be the dream to live in. Gorgeous!

[kayelle]

Between Never too small and this channel I’m spoilt for choice of amazing architects when I have the opportunity to build.

[abhishekgurung]

The video has not yet started but comments flow, thats how nice the house looks from the still image.

[monicameza]

Looks simple yet very detailed and complex . Looks like it was very well planned out . Love it . I would feel like a child going into the trees and nature to play . sense of peace and comfort . The materials used, the colors, the location, the lighting love it .

[rneustel]

Mind bogglingly beautiful—both the “shack” and the building site. I especially love the finish on the white concrete. It gives such a softness and warmth to what could otherwise be a hard, cold surface.

[heimannyoutube]

Thanks again for taking us on your rides! I rode a BMW for 8 years and traded it in prior to our first of two kids. 5 more years and they’ll be out of high school and it will be time again to get back in the saddle. Your videos bring me back so closely to the memories and reasons why I got a bike. I’ll enjoy these next 5 years without a bike, and hopefully more of your trips, but I’ll be looking forward to riding once again.

[Artix]

10/10 Must be unbelievably relaxing in there. Stunning. And beautifully shot.

[lydiataylor]

This is gorgeous. The dark wood and white concrete kitchen is dreamy

[MrPinkfloydian]

It seems I'll be back watching this video plenty of times. What a great job she made! Every window of the house seems like a different picture of a peaceful paradise. So beautiful! Big windows, frameless or with the biggest glass possible... just like I'd wanted. Again, such a good taste!

[zolil]

fantastic house. not too big, healthy, natural home, practical, blends into the environment. especially valuable. one of the best in the world.