'Small Norwegian cabin designed to house the centre of the universe'
Conceived by architect Erik Mårtensson on the Træna islands, off the coast of northern Norway, the last peaks to break the ocean surface before the continent plunges down under the Atlantic, the "Trænahytta" cabin is a compact habitat designed for efficient prefabrication, transport and assembly in a landscape where on-site construction is complicated and expensive.
The 25 square metre plan has compact areas for rational comfort, privacy and domesticity on either side of a generous, glass covered main room openable to the outside. Above each end is also a loft for additional sleeping and storage space. Functions requiring water, plumbing and gas are contained in one of the side segments and the cabin can be fitted for either on- or off-grid life. Sliding covers over glass surfaces allow for hibernation during winter or when not in use.
There is a small entry hallway and sleeping alcove on one side, on the opposite a secluded bathroom and small open kitchen. In-between the whole of existence is allowed to flow through.