INTERNATIONAL PROJECT
Inspired by the cabins of the pioneers and fishermen ’ s boathouses of frontier villages , the cabins are the perfect blend of intelligent , minimalist design and outdoor culture .
THE CABINS
Inspired by the cabins of the pioneers and fishermen ’ s boathouses of frontier villages , the cabins are the perfect blend of intelligent , minimalist design and outdoor culture , embracing our nordicity and heritage .
Designed hand-in-hand by architects and urbanists , the cabins reflect the beauty of simplicity , created in harmony with the land , conscious of their impact on their surroundings .
IT WAS ALWAYS MORE THAN JUST A CABIN
The scope of our project has always gone beyond architectural chalets . It is based on the constant evolution of an ideology , values , natural spaces , and landscaped places . It arose out of an intention to create a natural legacy for future generations . While the words cabin and chalet do represent the architectural places that you can stay at , we wanted our name to represent both our concept and the overall experience . Project BESIDE Cabins therefore became BESIDE Habitat .
BESIDE Habitat will protect 500 million square feet of natural territory over the next 10 years , while ensuring people can connect with nature through culture . To achieve these two main objectives , we imagined an ecosystem becoming an economic engine ; a living environment offering quality private and rental accommodations , galvanised by cultural programming in a natural setting . In the same breath , we have created a product with tourist appeal and that will positively impact local communities . For more details on the project , images and information on how to purchase a cabin , visit www . besidecabins . com / en .
ABOUT BESIDE
BESIDE is a media brand that aims to bridge the gap between humans and nature by transferring knowledge and experiences . Since 2016 , BESIDE has published its biannual magazine in French and English , distributing to over 3 000 independent retailers across Canada , the United States , England , France and Scandinavia . It also actively runs a web platform for topical articles , original series , editorial features , journalism and podcasts . BESIDE firmly believes in the importance of exchange between people , also organising workshops , talks , creative outdoor camps and an annual festival . BESIDE magazine has been awarded a Grafika Award and nominated for a Canadian National Magazine Award . www . beside . media
When architecture and nature work together , they can change our perspective , the way we live , and how we behave .
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