Design duo Chad and Courtney Ludeman renovated a New Jersey residence in New Jersey, transforming it into a warm, comfortable cabin for long winter nights.
The wood frame residence dates from the 1960s and has been renovated by the Ludeman to serve as a private pavilion and rural alternative to their Lokal Hotel in Philadelphia. Located in the woods about 50 minutes drive from the city and 20 minutes from the nearby coastal towns, this cabin is a good way to escape the city for a weekend in winter as in summer. Comprising a double height atrium, the building can accommodate eight people and can be booked on Airbnb. To emphasize the original construction of the house, the existing beams are painted in matt black to contrast with the honey-colored plywood. The pine plywood panels hide the new insulation that has been installed. A concrete countertop extends 13m from the front door to the back of the house, with black cabinets below.

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