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A Modern Cabin That Rises Above the Trees to Maximize the Views

04.27.23 | By
A Modern Cabin That Rises Above the Trees to Maximize the Views

Located in Golden, BC, Canada, this modern cabin marks the first new residential build project for Twobytwo Architecture Studio. The Columbia River Valley Lookout residence is a ski cabin designed to connect the family together, as well as to the surrounding, tree-filled landscape. While the structure’s footprint is rather compact, it rises above the trees in order to maximize the mountain views.

angled exterior view of modern black and white cabin with concrete base surrounded by snowy hills and trees

The three-story cabin begins with a solid concrete base and is topped with a simple shed-style roof. The blackened wood exterior is punctuated by a cantilevered steel balcony that wraps around one side of the house.

closeup angled up view of corner of modern black and white ski cabin

The homeowners, Sandra Bassett and Chris Urbinsky, enlisted the firm, led by David Tyl and Sandra’s sister, Jenny Bassett, to bring the project to life. The studio tapped Chris and his steel engineering background to structurally design the modern cabin. His talents also inspired the certain features throughout the design, like the exterior balcony, Douglas fir rafters, and industrial staircase that joins the three floors.

interior view of modern white kitchen with woman working at counter

The interior feels open and bright thanks to 14-foot-tall ceilings, large windows, and white walls. Polished concrete floors continue the industrial look while the wood ceilings add warmth.

corner interior view of modern dining room with large windows looking out to snowy trees

Just imagine getting to sit down at that dining table to eat meals with the dreamy scenery framed on two sides.

interior view of modern living space with fireplace and cabinets of wood with large windows looking out to snowy trees

angled corner view of modern bedroom with woman looking out the windows to surrounding trees

modern minimalist bathroom with simple tile

angled view of open wood and black staircase

down view of modern wood and black staircase

evening view of exterior of modern black cabin surrounded by snow

evening view of exterior of modern black cabin surrounded by snow

Construction by Zimmerman Construction.
Photography by Hayden Pattullo.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.