Architect's Mind-Blowing Cabin Floats 60 Feet Above the Ground

Architect's Mind-Blowing Cabin Floats 60 Feet Above the Ground - OFF GRID CABIN TOUR

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7 ай бұрын

This is a super remote and very dramatic off-grid cabin that hovers 60 feet above the ground thanks to a clever design that uses cross-laminated timber (CLT) and a steel mast in a unique way! The cabin is 100 feet long with the last 25 feet being cantilevered, and the south-facing side is entirely composed of windows to optimize solar gain in the winter.
The m.o.r.e. CLT cabin was designed by Paul Kariouk of Kariouk Architects, and it's also his home away from home that he shares with his partner Antonio. They spend as much time as they can here, even when it means snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in on the unplowed 5km-long driveway carrying everything on their backs!
It is completely off the grid, and it has a well for fresh water, solar panels for electricity, wood for heat, and propane for cooking.
You can find out more and follow Kariouk Architects here:
kariouk.com/
/ karioukarchitects
/ karioukarchitects
/ @karioukarchitects
This cabin took many years to go from a concept to being complete, partly because they were pushing the boundaries of what cross-laminated timber could do, but also because it took a while for the municipality to approve and permit the design. But with patience and determination, Paul made it happen!
We hope you enjoyed checking out this cabin tour as much as we did!
Thanks for watching!
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@ExploringAlternatives 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! You can follow and find out more about this cabin, and about Kariouk Architects, here: instagram.com/karioukarchitects/ kariouk.com/ m.o.r.e. Cabin has also been nominated for the Archello House of the Year (rural) Award! You can vote for the cabin here: archello.com/awards/archello-awards-2023/projects#house-of-the-year-rural

@suzimpeters 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for link. I’m following.

@jaeeluv 5 ай бұрын

👍🏿

@Houseds 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@somphothbsiratsamy3748 3 ай бұрын

I’m surprised it’s not in the shape of a leaf

@somphothbsiratsamy3748 3 ай бұрын

It’s not worth it, you still gotta come back to the fuked world of society

@littlenest 6 ай бұрын

A beautiful off grid house in the middle of nowhere perched like a birds nest with a view of all those tree tops, this is the dream! ♥

@7Jennifer 6 ай бұрын

I greatly appreciate that the municipality was willing to work with you on this (whether they thought it would be built, or not) and allow this spectacular design to be placed as it is. The openness of the ramp is such a smart move. I wonder if it helps to keep animal visitors off of it, so they don't come knocking on the front door. This is a dream home and wow, what a vista! Please give the fluffy bear some pets from me.

@Varangian_af_Scaniae 6 ай бұрын

"that the municipality was willing to work with you on this" Really special to have bureaucrats that can bend the rules a tiny bit. Not that common.

@Earsex4life 6 ай бұрын

@@Varangian_af_Scaniaemore so understand the rules and why they exist and allow for approvals where the core reason why you have the rules are not impacted when making a decision. In this case he mentions water and land impact not being impacted in the way a regular home would. So yes it’s nice to have people use their brains and understand the rules.

@maximusmiles8435 6 ай бұрын

It's nice when our government master smile upon us. It's almost like sunshine.@@Varangian_af_Scaniae

@BHARGAV_GAJJAR 6 ай бұрын

It's remotely located so municipality probably didn't even care

@larrylipshitz9430 6 ай бұрын

Yeah how much did you donate to their campaigns?

@Peter_S_ 6 ай бұрын

Wow! EXCEPTIONAL! This is one of the most beautiful homes I've ever seen. Hats off to the architect and owner. Beautiful work, Sir! 🏆👍

@jean-yvesmartin6934 6 ай бұрын

Yeah i like the way he says "cabin"..its a Home indeed..and so freaking cool.

@DanceintheRaine666 Ай бұрын

Ones remote cabin is often constructed to be used as ones RETIREMENT HOME when the time comes. As such you design for the present and the future, as one hopes ones kids will want their own kids ~ should they spawn one day ~ to enjoy the unique experience of a remote cabin. ❤

@tyronevaldez-kruger5313 Ай бұрын

@@jean-yvesmartin6934 it's a mix of a Spa Home. Incredible view plus nature

@robertwilson8789 6 ай бұрын

Pole built homes are a fantastic way to build on varied terrain sites with out excessive destructive impacts. It also has several benefits such as safety from flooding, great access to underfloor utility installations and of course zombie proofing . Thanks for the vid.

@jageun7488 3 ай бұрын

my first thought was, you can just detach the ramp by the entrance and you're safe from zombies!

@DanceintheRaine666 Ай бұрын

OF COURSE, ze ZOMBIES!

@BP-xe7dw 6 ай бұрын

I have seen their cabin on numerous blogs but never seen a tour of it. So glad that the owner/architect was able to give numerous technical explanations of the design. I love the limited footprint foundations in general, this was a very thoughtful execution of the project. This could have been even longer, I wouldn't have minded at all. Great work.

@DanceintheRaine666 Ай бұрын

I agree, though i had not before seen this structure.

@FaveWasteOfTime 6 ай бұрын

What a gorgeous cabin. I can totally imagine looking out on that vista on a snowy day with a fire crackling away beside me and a warm drink in my hand.

@betzibarrett 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the architectural combination of beauty, utility, and comfort.

@kelleyhawk6595 6 ай бұрын

This is the most wonderful off grid treehouse I’ve ever seen!!! Bravo!!!

@jnel715 6 ай бұрын

All I can say this has got to be one of the most stunning off the grid homes and environments I have seen for a while.

@gregduhon5510 6 ай бұрын

Really AMAZING !!!! Congratulations on your beautiful off-grid retreat.

@julietphillips1991 6 ай бұрын

Pretty special for sure! It's like a tree house but not. Love how well-organized it is! Jethro needs his own sofa, being such a big boy and all!

@SplinterSchaan 6 ай бұрын

Thank you to this gentleman for letting us into his cabin and giving us such a great tour. One of the best I have ever seen. Beautiful place.

@descartes451 Ай бұрын

The shape is what really helps set this apart. In addition to the geometry helping to provide strength to the span, it takes it away from looking like an elevated shipping container, which I'm sure the municipality would not approve of. Great job!

@Documentx-ie4ly 28 күн бұрын

horrible shape

@thomasfouts2700 6 ай бұрын

I am a fan of house/cabins built off the ground. I built one myself, although not in the same league as this incredible beauty! Such wonderful forethought and planning! Having the physical model to show the Planning and Zoning people really helped I'll bet. I was a Zoning Official along with a Building and Planning Official. This would have been a favorite project for me. Everything about this structure is interesting and unique. Love it!

@grafja 6 ай бұрын

One of y'alls best videos yet. Lovely to see how much effort was put into having the least amount of impact on the land while still creating something amazing.

@isailwind3471 2 ай бұрын

If it was built with the least amount of impact on the land you’d barely be able to see it. This is a monstrosity.

@clarkclarke 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous... Thank you for sharing 🙏🏾

@levibates 6 ай бұрын

Unbelievable architecture! Love the roof lines! And nice bold, blue flat panel cabinetry. Thanks, E.A. for shooting a phenomenal architectural property(amazing choice)!

@JoanneSgrignoli 6 ай бұрын

Spectacular! I'd bet that Frank Lloyd Wright would have enjoyed seeing this beautiful, ingenious home. Thank you for sharing ❤️

@timgulotta7595 5 ай бұрын

Frank actually built the Infinity Room at the House on the Rock in Spring Grove Wisconsin. The layout is similar.

@JoanneSgrignoli 5 ай бұрын

@@timgulotta7595 I'll have to see what they have online about that house. I've been fortunate to have toured Fallingwater in Western PA and Taliesen outside of Scottsdale, AZ.

@lyher2722 Ай бұрын

Beautiful, sustainable design.! Low impact on the environment and the animals. Not disrupting their natural paths. *Note: Young urban developers - This also makes it pretty much deer proof.! No deer is going to leap through your windows. Putting in a single concrete footing instead of an entire slab is also environmentally conscious and cost effective. Also the right engineered footings will withstand minor earth quakes, strong winds. Less trees falling on you if you're that high.

@bengoodchild883 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful. I'm happy you brought your design to life together

@Scrobner 6 ай бұрын

Your dog is such a beautiful MONSTER boy! Love it!❤

@marieevebujold 6 ай бұрын

I'm speechless. What an amazing house. Love the lakes in Quebec.

@dondoan1222 6 ай бұрын

I love this!!!! This could be my dream home!!

@dylanrieck6671 2 ай бұрын

I always enjoy seeing what architects design for themselves

@kevincasey2947 6 ай бұрын

The owner/architect provided a very elegant description of the design elements. I was surprised he didn't mention anything about the engineering of the wind shear protection of the pedestal.

@paulkariouk7708 6 ай бұрын

I love feedback like that! Usually when I go off about engineering as opposed to more obvious aesthetics, folks start to yawn. My engineer comrade on this, the extremely gifted Dan Bonardi, won big awards for his work on this.

@bernardkealey6449 6 ай бұрын

@paulkariouk7708 I’m loving a lot of your other featured projects as well. It’s an absolute privilege tho to have such a detailed and intimate walk through of m.o.r.e with the owner who is also the architect. Hi to Antonio and Jethro too from down under!

@bchearne Ай бұрын

Exactly what I thought about as soon as I saw the building. I’d want to be sure of the strength, because high winds are very scary sometimes. I’d love an engineering heavy video on this structure, even if it’s a short one

@sarahtyster7342 6 ай бұрын

this is amazing, so beautiful and thoughtful, but at the same time so homey and welcoming and delightful. What is more how full of love it feels. Well done to you both and also I love the pup, he's so happy, and that he has his own backpack. just heavenly all round.

@dorothythorpe6183 6 ай бұрын

Oh my! This is wonderful! Not only is it a beautiful experience but it is so practical and well thought-out. Bravo on the details, too! (Jethro's trough, the puzzle layer, not damaging the hill)

@shawnvegavelez121 6 ай бұрын

Even with my fear of heights I'd love to live here. Very well laid out.

@JWCreatesArt 4 ай бұрын

The simplicity and minimalism of this build is so elegant and clearly exceptional. Kudos gents!!

@AndreaAubertin 6 ай бұрын

This cabin is spectacular!! What a great design...love all the windows!!

@judysoderlund7680 6 ай бұрын

I so admire your architectural ingenuity! You put so much thought into this and I’m so glad it became a reality! ❤

@whitneylake2107 6 ай бұрын

Great episode. Gives me food for thought on a future build. I have lived off grid for twenty six years and my advice is "add two or three times as many solar panels if you can". Having a well and a gray water/black water septic system is also vital. Fascinating design as well. I also advocate SIPs panels for any climate. Thank you

@OMGWTFLOLSMH 6 ай бұрын

I wish they would have explained their waste water situation. I assume it's a septic system of some sort.

@cathylynnpietranton 6 ай бұрын

Wow now this is totally awesome. My husband RJ and I both love the design. RJ doesn't do heights very well. Thank you Matt and Danielle for sharing their story and their design ❤

@levendil14 6 ай бұрын

As a fellow Canadian I love this; I love seeing concepts that work in our climate. I also think you really maximized the space very well that I could see it being very livable.

@marcusoutdoors4999 6 ай бұрын

Utterly inspiring. What a fabulous project. I’ve always thought about building into the hillside, not levitating above it. Genius!

@agatarosati8570 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations, it's wonderful!

@barbarajoyhuhtala3495 6 ай бұрын

The Architecture Faculty's students are going to love this! The engineering is seemingly simple, yet quite complex geometry. Lovely design and functionality in such a unique form. Glad you guys got it done!

@MrMikeTauber 6 ай бұрын

Fascinating engineering and low impact on the site - very educational and inspiring. Happy dawg too 😄

@ryansoo4000 6 ай бұрын

I like this house a lot. Perhaps you might consider adding a screened pavilion raised up on a single post to combat the black flies in summer. It could either be up near the front door (so not too far off the ground) or farther out and accessed from a door cut into the wooden side of the living room. That would be quite dramatic - walking out across a little "sky bridge" to a second floating pavilion.

@Tina37212 6 ай бұрын

Good idea. I also wonder if they have problems with squirrels jumping from the trees onto their rooftop!!! I have this issue and HATE it! lol

@thomasdundon4093 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for being so conscientious about the environmental impact. You made Nature and your audience (and you!) very happy.

@isailwind3471 2 ай бұрын

I hope thats sarcasm.

@shmuelpollak3272 Ай бұрын

Must be sarcastic. Building a house in the middle of nature and burning wood to warm it. Hilarious!

@isailwind3471 Ай бұрын

@@shmuelpollak3272 and it blends right in, 🤣😂

@ExploringAlternatives 6 ай бұрын

m.o.r.e. Cabin has been nominated for the Archello House of the Year (rural) Award! You can vote for the cabin here: archello.com/awards/archello-awards-2023/projects#house-of-the-year-rural

@Blueshade 3 ай бұрын

What a beautiful place to get away to! I love seeing what architects live in themselves as they are so talented at designing structures for others. Love the wood color and the blue kitchen gives it an elevated modern look. See what I did there. Kudos to you gentleman, you have made a little peace of heaven on earth.

@juliojreyes6234 6 ай бұрын

This cabin is amazing. I would love to stay there

@whatbooks7908 6 ай бұрын

That's why I love architecture. This is the perfect abode!

@BemaBiz Ай бұрын

Now that’s an “air” B&B!

@STLTHMC 6 ай бұрын

This is the most beautiful home I've ever seen. The most perfectly designed well thought out architecturally thoughtful small footprint❤

@pankupeach 6 ай бұрын

Oh wow another amazing house in Quebec! I'm going to go broke trying visit all these awesome builds!

@AaronRandolphChen 6 ай бұрын

What a singularly unique and environmentally-friendly solution this is! I love it! Bravo!

@andrearenee7845 6 ай бұрын

That is an awesome hide away... Just amazing.. Thank you for sharing your journey...

@monicam7980 6 ай бұрын

What an amazing house - never seen anything quite like it

@Toldale15 4 ай бұрын

I love the passion this guy has for the home. Pleasure to listen to.

@suzimpeters 6 ай бұрын

Outstanding. I can feel myself with my loved ones in a place like this. To appreciate how moved I am by the loving creativity of the cabin, know I live in Hawaii.

@normanmerrill1241 6 ай бұрын

Brilliant idea…brilliant location ..brilliant design…so unique…so functional…well done..

@mrittenb 5 ай бұрын

LOVE the technical explanation of the details in the cabin, great job!

@tteric67 6 ай бұрын

Fabulous cabin! Love the glass walls and the views: tremendous, such a clever home! Congrats galore!❤

@emary711 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations, really a spectacular result. I spent many years in the field, but lately have felt kind of burned out. This cabin rekindled some of the feelings of passion I had in my youth for architecture, truly an inspiring project.

@beegee22 6 ай бұрын

Very well conceived and executed. Amazing that the little fireplace heats that whole space - especially being at one end of it.

@stevehinnenkamp5625 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your marvelous creation! Awesome, indeed, but cozy it is not. Yet, you are the father of a remarkable son. May you have happy times inside for many years. Thank you for an unforgettable glimpse❤❤

@joycemiller-bean1814 5 ай бұрын

Your cabin is enchanting and the two of you ( or rather the three of you) seem so contented there. You exemplify family and home. 👍🏾

@painfree.yourself 5 ай бұрын

This cabin is absolutely fabulous. What a masterpiece. I wish the owners all the best ❤. Thank you for dreaming big and making it happen. Congratulations!

@vanvorst1999 6 ай бұрын

Amazing and beautiful off-grid cottage!

@Kenny6253 6 ай бұрын

What an astounding and unique creation! This place looks like such a lovely getaway and I love the architecture. Well done!

@Tchild2 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic home. I love it. Everytime I see a home like this I think, "How does the homeowner find such a competent home builder".

@gallopingg1 6 ай бұрын

SUPER COOL CABIN

@prissilou 6 ай бұрын

An amazing piece of archictecture and a beautiful home. It's a marvel and I'm jealous.

@allaheadflank 6 ай бұрын

What a beautiful and well-designed cabin!

@roderickrayrutledge2740 Ай бұрын

Oh my! What a blending addition to the environment! I love how it fits in.😍😍😍

@ramyhuber8392 Ай бұрын

Enjoyed the explanations of how to add strength to structure through "folding" the thin wood sheath, made so much elegant sense and reduced weight of structure substantially, amazing and beautiful!!!

@MrACOUSTICPETE 6 ай бұрын

Inspirational design ,both inside and out , brilliant !

@antonisanagnostopoulos4809 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy as I’m sure you are. 👏

@RaymondR 3 ай бұрын

What a charming couple with well-articulated ideas and extraordinary home! Love this video.

@suzetteesteban5659 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful! Thanks for the tour.

@robotic2000k 20 күн бұрын

What an amazing feat of architecture! Thank you for sharing.

@lisasavas5805 6 ай бұрын

❤❤❤NOW THATS WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT! Amazing, you did the WOW factor guys. Great Job❤

@johnpark6138 6 ай бұрын

Its just lovely. Congratulations on this lovely build.

@lorrizzo 6 ай бұрын

You guys are sooo lucky to live like this!!!! What a beautiful space that isn't obtrusive to nature. That view 😍😍❤❤❤You did an amazing job!! God bless stay healthy and safe!! 😊

@SS-bq1yv 6 ай бұрын

stunning home. very cute pup.

@sueyoung2115 6 ай бұрын

Wonderfully thought out creation! Beautiful as well as functional!

@buddymccormack8668 6 ай бұрын

that is a cool cabin with amazing views, but the more important part is , look at that PUPPY ! WOW ! Jethro, what a cool dog. LOL

@janmarie6949 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning. Congratulations to u and your fam.

@crazywisdom2 6 ай бұрын

Wow !! What an Amazing Place. Well done. Thank you for sharing !!~

@nemesio888 6 ай бұрын

dream home that came true! great work. Thanks for the tour. you guys did great!

@BrooklynBotanicals 6 ай бұрын

Quite brilliant Such a marvelous simplicity with Elegant sophistication

@BrooklynBotanicals 6 ай бұрын

Quite brilliant on so many levels with absolute simplicity cons another other than a marvel of perfection

@choppedworms23 5 ай бұрын

This place looks amazing. Well done to you both, thanks for sharing the video with us all 👍

@adelaferreira4575 3 ай бұрын

What an incredible design ,beautiful place among the tree tops ,simple,elegant and cozy at the same time ! Thanks great video .

@esslar1 6 ай бұрын

What a great place. The ideas and designs that went into it are just excellent. I really enjoyed this.

@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam 6 ай бұрын

The design and architecture are exceptional. Living in a space like this must be an incredible experience. Thanks for sharing it with us!" 🏡🌟

@blazingsun8862 6 ай бұрын

This is almost unbelievable. A master piece.

@obfuscatethecode5696 6 ай бұрын

My favorite house. Hands down. Stunning.

@thims1961 6 ай бұрын

Gorgeous Architectural Home! Gorgeous dog too!

@Houseds 4 ай бұрын

The cabin is so unique, the design is so different and creative, the panoramic view at high altitude is amazing🙏

@rainy4036 6 ай бұрын

Excellent! Beautiful work. Thanks for sharing.

@jennygodfrey7711 Ай бұрын

Wow...amazing cabin beautiful 👍👍

@CreatingCabinLife 6 ай бұрын

Truly beautiful and so tasteful! Thank you for showing us!

@johnlozauskas778 6 ай бұрын

Adorable family. Love Jethro!!

@MrFroglips69 6 ай бұрын

Groovy episode. Brilliant, wonderful, beautiful all the way around.

@alexanderk.3056 6 ай бұрын

Well, that's so beautiful and so bold!

@ESLTeacherTom 2 ай бұрын

Nice place, thank you!