# Isolated Modern Wood Getaways This Wooden Chalet is Designed to Help You Connect with Nature By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-chalet References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2014/03/26/chalet-mountains-mirroring-environment-anik-pelokuin/) & [anikpeloquin](http://www.anikpeloquin.ca) Nestled in the middle of the woods and [miles away from civilization](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-cabin), this charming and contemporary wooden chalet is designed in a way to keep its inhabitants always connected to the surrounding nature. Designed by Anik Pelokuin for a couple who are nature and outdoor enthusiasts, this [wooden chalet in Messines, Quebec](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-vale-perkins) is stunning and is the perfect place to get away from urban life. This mostly summer retreat is where the owners come to relax amidst the wild with just the greenery, the lake and the sound of silence. Built using organic materials and heritage wood, every room in this super homey and light-filled chalet is designed to [face the lake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muskoka-lakeside-cottage) and give you peace of mind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Isolated Modern Wood Getaways:** Opportunity for designers and architects to create innovative and sustainable isolated wood retreats that offer a connection to nature. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate organic materials and heritage wood to create modern wood getaways that provide a peaceful and natural experience. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Opportunity for the tourism and hospitality industry to create unique and secluded vacation experiences in isolated wood getaways, allowing guests to connect with nature. - **Sustainable Construction:** Opportunity for the construction industry to focus on using eco-friendly materials and techniques when building isolated wood getaways, promoting sustainability and environmental consciousness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber-Clad Canadian Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cime.md) - [Blackened Timber Tranquil Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hideaway-house.md) - [Elevated Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cadree-perche.md) - [Sustainable Off-Grid Remote Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daria-sheina.md) - [Natural Comfort Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-cocagne.md) - [Nature-Nestled Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/console-house.md) - [Waterside Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bora-boral.md) - [Tranquil Contemporary Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyatta.md) - [Contemporary Wooden Blue Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-cabin.md)