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LAKE DISTRICT CABIN

Location: Lake District

Year: 2024

Scope: Full interior redesign (concept to visualisation)

Type: Private holiday cabin

Photography: Courtesy of Galatea Studio

Tucked against the still waters of the Lake District, this one-bedroom stone cabin was reimagined as a modern retreat for a couple in their early thirties and their dog — a home away from home that balances intimacy and architectural romance. The full redesign sought to merge the spirit of an English hideaway with the tactile warmth of a contemporary cabin, drawing inspiration from Gothic vernacular forms such as the canopy bed, minstrels’ gallery, and a centrally anchored hearth.

Within its compact footprint, every inch was considered. A palette of natural materials — burl wood, limewashed plaster, local stone, and oak — connects the interior to its surroundings, while deep tones and soft textures lend the home a grounded calm. Bespoke details, like the suspended bed drapery and open gallery netting above the living space, add sculptural rhythm and a sense of play.

Designed entirely at a distance, the project embodies the precision and trust central to Galatea’s process. The result is a lakeside refuge that feels timeless, tactile, and unmistakably personal — a quiet dialogue between tradition, craftsmanship, and modern life.

Compact kitchen design with shaker cabinetry, marble worktop, and copper accents — a warm, textural Lake District interior by Galatea Studio.
Open-plan living space in a Lake District stone cabin designed by Galatea Studio, featuring a neutral kitchen with dark marble countertop, boucle stools, and a cosy lounge with burl wood coffee table and sculptural textures.
Lake District holiday home living area with boucle armchair, burl wood table, and floor-to-ceiling windows opening to a balcony with firepit — a modern rustic interior by Galatea Studio.
Exterior view of Lake District cabin by Galatea Studio, showing the stone façade, black-framed French doors, and intimate terrace with firepit and outdoor seating.
Bedroom workspace in Lake District cabin, featuring black desk, soft upholstered chair, canopy bed with linen curtains, and backlit grid window — designed by Galatea Studio.
Minimalist bedroom with canopy bed and linen drapery, designed by Galatea Studio for a Lake District cabin, blending soft neutrals, natural wood, and tactile fabrics for a serene retreat.

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