A Unique Window Shape Helps Frame The View From Inside This Cabin

January 29, 2024
A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

Architecture firm Rever & Drage has shared photos of a contemporary cabin they designed that includes a uniquely shaped window to perfectly frame the view of the sunset.

Located in Nordmarka, Norway, the cabin contains the most necessary features, but not much more, making it easy to keep clean and easy to maintain.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

It is also positioned next to an older cabin, which is used in tandem with the new one. It was important for the client to keep the old-fashioned 1930s charm in the main outdoor area. The new cabin therefore has windows in its facade that relate to the windows of the old cabin.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

Together the two cabins form an angled courtyard that opens towards the sun and the main views to the southwest.

The wood-framed glass door of a contemporary cabin.
The wood-framed glass door of a contemporary cabin.

The interior has a simple but functional concept with levels going up and around the central area. From the roughest floor by the entrance a step goes up to the living area.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

The large window in the living area has become the focal point of the interior, flooding the space with an abundance of natural light and perfectly framing the sunset.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

Two steps up from the living area is the recreational area combined with a sleeping area for the adults.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.

At the top of the ladder is an area dedicated to play, and a sleeping area for the children. The bathroom and storage are placed in the remaining area underneath the respective levels.

A contemporary cabin designed to include a uniquely shaped window that perfectly frames the sunset.
Photography by Tom Auger | Architects: Rever & Drage | Design team: Tom Auger, Martin Beverfjord, Eirik Lilledrange | Built by: Bjorn Vike and Jo Toftdahl