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Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionRetiring to a cozy <a href="https://inhabitat.com/tag/cabin" rel="noopener" target="_blank">cabin</a> in the woods is a dream of many, and one that <a href="http://www.joshwynneconstruction.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Josh Wynne</a> helped his father fulfill when he built and designed Mike’s Hammock, a compact dwelling located on his property in Nokomis, Florida. Designed for handicap accessibility, the modern one-room was crafted for aging in place and prioritizes sustainability in its use of recycled materials and low-energy footprint.1
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionStylish and sustainable, the 604-square-meter cabin was constructed with mostly local and recycled materials, including the Southern yellow pine salvaged from a nearby construction site.2
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionThe careful use of resources resulted in less than one dumpster of waste for the project.3
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionTo minimize site impact, Josh cantilevered the home above its foundation and planted three trees in place of the one he needed to remove.4
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionA custom-made central cooling and heating system helps reduce energy costs to an average of only $25 per month, even in summer, Wynne told New Atlas.5
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionThe facade is clad in vertically oriented corrugated metal siding to match the neighboring barn, while the interior is lined with Southern Yellow Pine that runs horizontally through the structure.6
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionThe timber’s seamless lines, coupled with the large glazed sliding doors that frame outdoor views, gives the illusion of spaciousness.7
Mike’s Hammock by Josh Wynne ConstructionThe small size of the home, as well as the layout and wheel-chair accessible features, cater to his father’s limited mobility without compromising aesthetics.8
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