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A T-Shaped Cabin Hugs a Forested Hillside in Chile
Its three arms stretch out to catch the best views of Ranco Lake and the Andes Mountains.
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With views of massive Ranco Lake to the north and the Andes Mountains to the south, it’s no wonder that Hebra Arquitectos designed the Apfel House to capture picturesque panoramas. Located on a forested five-acre lot in Chile’s Los Rios region, the cabin is situated at the top of a small ridge overlooking the landscape—but the design also seeks to keep a relatively low profile.
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Brian Libby
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Brian Libby is a Portland-based architecture writer who has contributed to Dwell since 2004. He has also written for The New York Times, Architect, CityLab, Salon, Metropolis, Architectural Record and The Oregonian, among others.
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