Wanaka Cabin

Tucked into the alpine foothills, this cabin offers a pared-back family retreat - simple in plan and compact in size, yet rich in texture, materiality, and atmosphere. A straightforward rectangular plan makes efficient use of space while ensuring that every room frames views of the surrounding mountains. At its heart, a communal living area is centered around a shared table, extending directly from the kitchen to create the main gathering place for family and friends. The material palette draws from the central Otago setting: grainy timber paneling, exposed structural timber, and large stone fireplaces anchor the indoor and outdoor living spaces. Together, these elements establish a natural, grounded character - a place equally suited to long summer evenings and winter nights by the fire.