# Remote Alpine Shelters This Mountain Cabin Shelters Climbers from Harsh Wintery Conditions By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-shelter References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/09/08/slovenian-mountain-cabin-ofis-harvard-students-shelters-climbers-extreme-weather-alps/) & [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/ofis-architects-alpine-shleter-skuta-akt-ii-harvard-graduate-students-09-08-2015/) Situated on a rocky terrain, this [alpine shelter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coarch-studio) on the edge of Skuta Mountain can provide refuge for up to eight climbers. The mountain cabin was designed by [Harvard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harvard-university-phone-case) students and Slovenian studio [OFIS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boathouse-zuka) as protection from the area's harsh and frigid temperatures. The extremely cold weather provided difficulties in the design process. However, the team eventually decided on a structure made from concrete. Installation was difficult and required off-site construction. Three separate pieces were airlifted to the area and assembled on site. The team also wanted a structure that could provide amazing views of the surrounding mountains and landscape. All three sections of the cabin provide spectacular views as well as storage areas, living and dining areas and sleeping spaces. Photo Credits: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/09/08/slovenian-mountain-cabin-ofis-harvard-students-shelters-climbers-extreme-weather-alps/), [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/ofis-architects-alpine-shleter-skuta-akt-ii-harvard-graduate-students-09-08-2015/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extreme Weather Architecture:** Designing structures to provide shelter in harsh weather conditions can be disruptive to the construction industry, especially in remote areas. - **Airlifted Construction:** Developing ways to assemble structures offsite and airlift them to remote locations can provide an innovative approach to construction projects. - **Multi-functional Spaces:** Creating spaces that can serve multiple purposes, such as storage, living, dining, and sleeping areas, can revolutionize how buildings are designed and utilized. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** The construction industry can benefit from innovative approaches to building structures in remote or extreme weather conditions. - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new concepts to maximize the functionality of buildings, including multi-functional spaces and unconventional construction methods. - **Tourism:** Tourism industries can provide unique experiences for travelers by implementing innovative building designs in remote or scenic locations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Alpine Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfsufficient-bivouac.md) - [Reflective Mountain-Based Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-santerpass.md) - [Off-Grid Mountain Shelter Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genius-show.md) - [Aluminum Cladded Mountain Refuge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinwheel-shelter.md) - [Intimate High-Altitude Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altihut.md) - [Residential Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avber-house.md) - [Mountainous Hikers Refuge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refuge-de-barroud.md) - [Architectural Tranquil Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolder-londges.md) - [Hilltop Valley-Overlooking Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermitage.md)