Hyytinen Cabin in Northern Minnesota replaces an old non-insulated structure. From the existing cabin to the new iteration the orientation was shifted from parallel to the lake to perpendicular. The longer plan facing south and looking toward the restored old cinder block sauna allows the east end to be fully glazed without visual obstruction. It provides a south facing deck and a welcoming entry under the cantilevered second floor.

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Architects: Salmela Architect

Location: Lake Vermilion, Minnesota, United States

Architect In Charge: David D Salmela, FAIA

Project Team: David D Salmela, Malini Srivastava

Project Year: 2015
Photographs: Paul Crosby

General Contractor: Rod and Sons Carpentry

Structural Engineer: Meyer Borgman Johnson

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From the architect. Hyytinen Cabin in Northern Minnesota replaces an old non-insulated structure. From the existing cabin to the new iteration the orientation was shifted from parallel to the lake to perpendicular. The longer plan facing south and looking toward the restored old cinder block sauna allows the east end to be fully glazed without visual obstruction. It provides a south facing deck and a welcoming entry under the cantilevered second floor.

© Paul Crosby

© Paul Crosby

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