Discover the Rio Novo Cabin in Xangri-lá, Brazil — a minimalist wooden retreat that blends seamlessly with nature. Designed with a sustainable wood frame system, this compact weekend getaway was built in less than one hundred days, combining elegance, comfort, and environmental responsibility. Surrounded by greenery, the cabin features natural wood textures, large windows framing the landscape, and a simple yet functional layout with an open living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. Perfectly integrated with its surroundings, it offers a serene escape that redefines the traditional cabin, highlighting harmony between architecture and nature.
Project credits:
Architects: Harpa arquitetura
Lead architects: Júlia Hamann, Pedro Pupe, Aline Zanchet
Location: Xangri-lá, Brazil
Area: 62 m²
Year: 2023
Photography: Gabriel Konrath
