Lagom Cabin by Neo Architects

WORDS Michaela Stehr PHOTOS 3Sixty Photography

A seaside cabin in the remote town of Romansbaai by Neo Architects draws inspiration from the surrounding indigenous flora and coastal landscape.

With the instructions from clients to minimise the carbon footprint on the surrounding landscape, the team at Neo managed to keep the size of the space down to 90m2. While this may seem small to some, the firm designed the home in a way that incorporates indoor/outdoor flow, breaking boundaries. The seamless transition allows for the views and scents of nature to meld with the home, enhanced by the presence of natural light. At the same time, the architects designed the cabin with the Swedish notion of Hygge in mind – a concept of cosiness and contentment, which translates to the rainier and contemplative days.

Made from concrete, natural stone and diamondback sheeting, the home blends well with the raw materials of the climate. Large windows allow the guest the choice of whether to be immersed in nature or to enjoy the landscape through a barrier, protecting them from the elements.

A large bedroom opens up onto the pool area, with a second deck offering vast vistas of the protected fynbos fields. The highlight of the bathroom is a shower and bath with the same breathtaking views. Designed around a centralised fireplace, the entertainment area is comfortable and accommodating in both winter and summer.

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