A family's decision that a cabin was perhaps too longa drive or simply another lawnto mow led to the creation of this space. With the room's entrance and view oriented entirely away from the home, this space is set apart -an urbancabin.Infact, the steep, heavy roof lines, majestic stonefireplace, and hewn timbers suggest a miniature national park lodge. With reading lights, a hidden mini refrigerator,and a portico overlooking a waterfall, this family takes a short walk to their "cabin" every summer evening.

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