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Girts Draugs spent 2020 searching for a holiday home, but nothing he saw suited the contemporary minimalism he had in mind. So he launched MyCabin to make the sort of stay he had hoped to find. Since starting out with a factory in Latvia, the company recently expanded into North America with another in Chicago in response to a growing demand for its pared-down Scandinavian-inspired cabins. We asked Zanda Zālīte, the marketing manager at MyCabin, about the differences between what the company provides to clients in the U.S. and the E.U.

What’s the most exciting project you’ve realized to date?

The project we are currently the proudest of is an eco-friendly village by the Baltic Sea, Tujas pie Juras. This unique development features 37 plots of land, and we’re thrilled that already nine of them have combinations of MyCabin homes on them.

Our client for this project is LNK Properties, a real-estate developer dedicated to creating high-quality, sustainable living spaces. The collaboration was a natural fit since they were in search of sustainable, high-quality homes like MyCabin. Additionally, they appreciated that our quick build times matched their fast-track development schedule.

What does your base model cost and what does that pricing include?

Our popular Milla Long model retails for $140,000 in the U.S. and houses 520 square feet across two levels. This cost encompasses exterior elements such as cladding and roofing, interior finishes including wall paneling and flooring, a full kitchen suite, and a bathroom outfitted with contemporary amenities. Additional features like electric floor heating are available. Note that in the U.S., costs related to delivery, site preparation, and installation fall under the client’s responsibilities. In the E.U., we offer a more comprehensive package, excluding only utility connections.

What qualities make your prefab stand apart from the rest?

We are committed to creating sustainable, customizable living spaces that are as stylish as they are environmentally conscious.

We pride ourselves on delivering quality that is tangible in every detail, balancing modern, minimalist aesthetics with affordability. Our homes arrive fully assembled, eliminating on-site construction hassle. We also offer our clients a unique advantage: the ability to combine different house models to suit evolving space requirements. This flexibility ensures that as their family size or budget increases, their home can grow accordingly.

Where is the prefab currently available?

We ship to the 48 contiguous states of the U.S. and Canada. In Europe, our homes are available in select markets including the Baltics, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Scandinavia.

Is your design currently pre-permitted in any U.S. municipalities?

Our designs are not pre-permitted across U.S. municipalities. However, as an approved manufacturer in states where we’ve delivered units, the inspection and approval process is much smoother for our clients.

Are there plans to expand to different parts of the world?

Expansion is a key part of our strategy. We are actively seeking partnership opportunities through franchise models and other formats to extend our reach and make MyCabin homes globally accessible.

How long can a client expect the process to take after they put down a deposit?

After placing a deposit, we work efficiently to ensure a timely turnaround. The process from permit approval to the completion of your home can be expected to take between two to four months. This timeline is contingent upon the specifics of your order and the responsiveness of local permitting offices.

What aspects of an install do you manage?

In the U.S., we supply foundation plans and necessary documentation for permit acquisition and can recommend reputable general contractors. In the E.U., our service is more holistic. We manage the entirety of the installation with the exception of utilities connection.

What aspects of the design can a client customize?

In the U.S., clients have the opportunity to select from a variety of fixtures, finishes, and appliances. This includes choices in flooring, cabinetry, and bathroom configurations, as well as heating and cooling systems, allowing each MyCabin to be tailored to individual preferences and requirements.

In Europe, we offer customization options that include the selection of exterior colors and the possibility of a mirrored house layout. For larger orders, we provide a consultation process to further personalize your MyCabin and ensure that it meets your specific design criteria.

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