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A Modern Cabin in the Woods With a Compact Footprint

Ravi Handa Architect recently completely Chalet Pic-Bois, a modern cabin near Brome Lake in southern Quebec. Built within a clearing in the woods, the home manages a compact footprint in order to preserve nearby trees. The two-story design is clad in vertical white cedar planks with a gable roof that accentuates the narrow structure. The natural palette of the exterior continues inside creating a retreat that blends into its surrounding environment.

modern wood cabin in the woods at twilight

double-height modern living space of cabin with loft bedroom

The main living space feels grand with a double-height ceiling that makes way for an open mezzanine bedroom. Windows in assorted sizes punctuate the white walls while framing views of the red maple and aspen trees outside.

double-height living room in cabin with light woods and sparse furnishings

corner of modern living room in cabin with windows looking out to forest

The minimalist interior boasts neutral hues of light wood, grey textiles and black accents. Simple furnishings make the spaces feel even larger.

corner of modern living room in cabin with windows looking out to forest

corner of modern living room in cabin with windows looking out to forest

corner of modern living room in cabin with windows looking out to forest

compact modern kitchen in black and wood tones

The cabin spans 1,500 square feet and includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a sauna, kitchen, dining room and living room.

view of staircase platform

view from loft bedroom in modern cabin overlooking living space

The cathedral ceiling clad in poplar slats is visible throughout each room of the second floor making them feel larger.

wood clad modern sauna

modern minimalist bathroom in shades of white and gray

modern minimalist bathroom in shades of white and gray

exterior view of modern wood cabin with deck

exterior view of entire modern wooden cabin in forest

Photos by Maxime Brouillet.

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.