Explore the cozy cottage-like cabin in Kent, skillfully designed by Studiomama
Studiomama, the London-based design duo, have crafted a compact, 33-square-meter chalet on the Kent coast that seamlessly blends simplicity and functionality. The cabin, designed for Sam and Sam Clark, the founders of the renowned Moro restaurant in London, is a testament to the duo's minimal, warm, and highly functional aesthetic[1].
The cabin's interior is wrapped entirely in thermally treated pine for durability and warmth, creating a pared-back yet welcoming space[1]. The design maximizes every inch with built-in elements such as bunk seating, under-bed storage, and a softly curved kitchen crafted from the same timber as the walls. This seamless approach was intended to make the kitchen "disappear," softening the space visually and preserving the coastal views without obstruction[1].
The designers, Nina Tolstrup and Jack Mama, value maximizing light in their designs. Light enters the dwelling through skylights, a south-facing glazed entrance door, and a north-facing picture window, filling the space with natural light[1]. The living area contains a compact wood-burning stove that doubles as an oven, providing a cosy atmosphere on chillier days[1].
A low wall allows the main bed to be positioned towards the sea view without compromising privacy. The bedroom looks out onto the fields inland, with a mezzanine bed boasting a window that offers a view across the fields[1]. The kitchen features a copper countertop and a bathroom with an aquamarine color scheme, adding a touch of contrast to the warm pine interior[1].
The design of the dwelling aims to create a feeling of generosity in both spirit and design intent, with a sense of warmth, simplicity, joyfulness, and playfulness that is characteristic of Studiomama's designs[1]. This is the latest project by Studiomama, who have also designed Morito, a restaurant, and Moro East, an event space, for the Clark family.
Interestingly, one of the chalets, owned by Studiomama's founders, Nina Tolstrup and Jack Mama, has been renovated over 20 years ago. The English coastline has been a source of inspiration for artists due to its spellbinding light, and it seems that Studiomama has captured this essence in their designs[1]. The compact dwelling is part of a row of similar chalets, each around 33 sq m in size, and comes with basic amenities such as water, electricity, a bathroom, and a kitchenette[1].
[1] Source: Dezeen, Studiomama's Sam and Sam Clark cabin on the Kent coast, https://www.dezeen.com/2021/01/18/studiomama-sams-and-clark-cabin-kent-coast-design-interview/
- The interior design of the cabin, crafted by Studiomama, seamlessly blends warmth and functionality, with a minimalist aesthetic that enhances the coastal lifestyle.
- The home-and-garden design of the Sam and Sam Clark cabin showcases Studiomama's unique approach of creating a welcoming, accessible, and harmonious living space, inspired by the peaceful settings of the Kent coast.
