"Nestled in the Punakaiki bush, the aesthetic concept was a reinterpretation of a historic gold miners’ hut, but with all the modern facilities to warmly welcome modern-day travelers and encourage them to have a uniquely West Coast and New Zealand experience. [...] A full timber interior (alongside the full steel exterior) was chosen to represent the historic miner's hut aesthetic. But unlike an old hut, this building’s mass timber and highly insulated construction ensure it maintains a stable and comfortable internal temperature with no need for human input to remain comfortable. A small fire was installed for ambiance, as no cabin in the bush is complete without one, and spaces are intentionally underlit to promote a relaxing environment at night and draw the focus to the central fire and pendant light that mimics the playful shadows of the bush seen during the day." #architecture: Fabric @fabric.architecture.design #photography: Stephen Goodenough @stephengoodenoughphotographer #ArchDaily #cabin #punakaiki #newzealand