settling next to a lake within the enchanting scenery of brabourne, in south east england, RX architects introduce their recent wooden cabin project. the design positions the structure on the edge of the large pond, with a cantilevered deck over the water.

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK
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RX architects designed the cabin as an exposed timber-framed structure, with two glazed elevations that slide open, providing generous views of the lake and the countryside beyond. in this way, the building provides a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors, accommodating the owner, who regularly enjoys swimming and kayaking. the cabin is not accessible by vehicles, and can only be approached on foot, through a woodland trail.

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

 

 

​the exterior is covered in a combination of rough sawn wide and thin narrow-plained english oak cladding. this is combined with a concrete datum line on the base of the cabin, which steps up to create a concrete bench and log store. the roof and its trims are enveloped in a patinated bronze finish, creating a contrast with the natural wood, which will be tarnished in time, due to the weather. internally, the cabin interior comprises a garden room, a kitchen, a wetroom, and mezzanine with beds. 

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding and concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding + concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK  

oak wood cladding + concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

oak wood cladding + concrete details build lake cabin by RX architects in the UK

 

 

project info:

 

name: lake cabin
architecture office: RX architects
location: brabourne, kent, united kingdom