Building off of a net-zero approach to living and becoming more grounded in a natural ecosystem, The Cabins at Walden Monterey allow for intermittent dwelling as well as prolonged enjoyment of the landscape, as the formal and long term plans for the environment begin to take form. Focused on an efficiently crafted footprint grounded in container based construction, and with little more than 1 bed and 1 restroom, the initial options presented below delve deep into varied responses to the idea of a modern cabin and what an elegantly but simple and crafted space in the special location that is Monterey, has the potential to offer. Investigating different spaces, different exposures, and different ways of cabin living, SOLITUDE, 2Y2M2D, and CHAPARRAL each bring a unique approach to a new and exciting opportunity that pays homage to Thoreau's treatise and an opportunity for deliberate living.

|Walden|

Monterey, California

A simple space for simple pleasures. An opportunity to focus on the idyllic surroundings and return to the aspects of life that bring peace, joy, and serenity. SOLITUDE strives to place the emphasis of all views, all moments, all interactions - of the time spent at Walden Monterey, in taking in those unique and rejuvenating pleasures.

At merely 320 square feet, this modern and simple cabin is constructed from time tested materials with a local shift. A steel frame shipping container is modified with butt joined glazing, folding glass doors, charred Monterey cypress clad planters and brows, and a mirror clad suntunnel that funnels to a substantial interior skylight.

This calm and peaceful room provides renewed experience of what nature affords. By taking notice of a landscape reflected in a polished steel headboard, or gazing upon the starry night sky through the crafted openings, SOLITUDE connects occupant to nature and simply embraces those willing to return to a life of simple enjoyment.