During the first Coronavirus lockdown in 2020, the Kabin was constructed at End of the World Garden, Cornwall, from an experimental design by Paul Chaney based on a traditional ‘bender’ structure but using modern, largely reclaimed materials. The armature of timber and MDPE mains water pipe is covered with heavy duty tarpaulin and lined with insulation. A woodburning stove is fitted for heating, a solar panel provides power and there is a small outdoor kitchen.
Once COVID restrictions are lifted, the Kabin will be available as a residency space for Urbanomic authors and associates as a place to stay, think, and work, and as accommodation during Urbanomic events at EOTWG.
EOTWG is a working forest garden with a variety of seasonal crops and fruit trees growing on the site as well as a borehole to provide drinking water. A coppicing scheme is in operation to ensure a sustainable firewood supply.
Structural Design and build supervision by Paul Chaney; Construction and interior design by Robin Mackay. Thanks to Harvey, Meg, Harrison, Chace, Vaporweave, and Amy for assistance during the build.
Larch cladding from Jo Sawmills; Timber from Cornish Wood Treatment; Forbo Sarlon Uni flooring installed by Absolute Flooring (SW), Indian Queens; Woodburner from Windy Smithy; Solar equipment from Bimble Solar; Windows and doors salvaged; Everything else from the mighty Macsalvors.
