"The Lucia Smart Cabin is a 24-square-meter glass-and-steel modular unit designed in 2019 by Finnish firm Pirinen Salo Oy for the glass construction company Savon Lasituote Oy. Conceived as a high-quality ""hideout"" or experiential space, the cabin was created to offer occupants uninterrupted, panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the sky. The initial prototype was installed in Inari, Finland, near Juutuanvuono Lake, with an almost 360-degree vista of the riverside site. A core principle of the design is seamless integration with nature. This is achieved through its mirrored glass exterior, which reflects the environment and makes the cabin appear to blend in with the trees. The sleek black steel frame and floor ribbon also minimize the visual impact on the landscape. The interior is designed to draw attention outwards, with uniform colors and materials that do not distract from the external view. The triangular shape of the steel beam structure and the angle of the glass surfaces are precisely calculated to optimize sightlines, especially for someone lying in bed. High performance in challenging climates is a key feature of the Lucia Smart Cabin. The structure uses high-tech thermal glass, tested to withstand frigid temperatures, and includes an integrated heated floor system. Integrated lighting within the steel frame illuminates the interior without cluttering the glass and uses the surfaces to create a dynamic, multi-dimensional effect. For privacy or cooling, options such as curtains or customized prints can be added to the glass. The units are prefabricated and delivered to the site ready for installation on foundations with infrastructure connections. The compact but efficient interior accommodates a king-size bed, a small kitchenette, a dining area, and a bathroom. An exterior patio and a path to the water's edge extend the experience to the outdoors. Credits Architects: Pirinen Salo Oy (Teemu Pirinen, Lauri Salo) Manufacturer: Savon Lasituote Oy (Kai Nikula, Jani Leinonen, Kari-Matti Ruhanen) Construction Engineer: Hannu Nivalainen of Ylä-Savon Rakennesuunnittelu Ky Constructor: Meserak Oy (Pekka Repo, Hannu Komulainen, Toni Komulainen) Landscape Architects: VSU Maisema-arkkitehdit Oy (Outi Palosaari, Saara Oilinki, Katri Nuutinen) Photography: Marc Goodwin HVAC: Sami Säisä of Hanakat Iisalmen Putkiasennus Oy Electrical Engineering and Implementation: Mikko Murtola of Iisalmen Sähkö- ja automaatiosuunnittelu Oy Carpentry and Fixtures: Juha Huttunen with Miikka Bär from Vahtituvan puusepänverstas and B Design Oy Fireplace and Chimney: Sydänmuuraus Oy Interior Design (Red Cabin): Lomallo Consultants: RP-Teollisuuspalvelu Modular Building Solutions and Materials: Sika Finland (various Sika products)"