Tucked away in a forest clearing just 200 metres from the seashore of Kattegat, this summer house shows that simple forms can have serious impact.
Designed by Valbæk Brørup Architects, the Danish getaway stands out not because it shouts for attention, but because of its bold, confident shape.
From the outside, it reads as a clean extruded tube, capped with a curved roof made from rolled steel plates. The corrugated metal catches the light differently throughout the day, giving the home a subtly shifting character against the trees.
Surrounded by woodland and set close to the water, the location feels both sheltered and open. The forest softens the strong geometry of the structure, while the proximity to the sea adds a quiet sense of freedom.
Step inside and the atmosphere changes completely.
Eight exposed steel arches march through the interior, forming both the structural backbone and the visual rhythm of the house. These eye-catching beams support the vaulted ceiling while creating a striking contrast against the minimalist pine surfaces. The repetition of the arches draws the eye from one end of the home to the other, reinforcing the tubular form.
The interior is wrapped entirely in pine. Walls, ceilings and built-in elements share the same warm tone, creating a cohesive and calming environment. There is nothing white here. Instead, the house leans into earthy, saturated colours. The kitchen is finished in a deep dark blue, corridor cabinets are painted bordeaux, and the bathroom tiles glow in ocher. Together, these tones enhance the feeling of being inside a contemporary take on a traditional cabin.
Large windows run along the sides of the house, while arched glazing at each end frames the surrounding trees. Natural light pours in from multiple directions, stretching views from one end of the tube to the other. The effect is airy and unexpectedly spacious.
A generous open loft takes advantage of the high vaulted ceiling, bridging the two ends of the home. From here, the full height and curve of the roof can be appreciated. Daylight filters through the space, and functions flow easily below, creating what the architects describe as an extraordinary spatial atmosphere.
The private accommodation includes three bedrooms and a bathroom that extends the experience outdoors with bathing facilities under the open sky.
In a landscape defined by forest and sea, this tube-shaped summer home, with its curved corrugated roof and pine-lined interior, offers a fresh perspective on what a modern coastal cabin can be.