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Cabins · Achada, Portugal · 2025

An off-grid cabin near Ericeira.

Off-grid cabin in the afternoon sun
Category
Cabins
Location
Achada, Portugal
Year
2025
Status
Completed
Materials
Timber frame, pine plywood, Japanese cedar, corrugated metal roof
Client
Private client
Photos
Studio Rühlmann

Cabins carry an almost archaic romance for many people, and I'm not immune to their charm either. I built this cabin in the summer of 2025, with help from the client. We kept the structure pragmatic and budget-conscious, and spent extra time on a few standout details, such as the custom windows and doors.

One thing I especially love is the outdoor bathroom with its open-air shower. It faces east-southeast and catches the morning sun. What better way to start the day?

Detail of the off-grid cabin
Custom doors of the off-grid cabin
Outdoor bathroom of the off-grid cabin
Outdoor shower of the off-grid cabin
Custom window of the off-grid cabin
Details of the off-grid cabin
Off-grid cabin in the afternoon sun
Off-grid cabin in the afternoon sun