At first sight, this unusual tower-shaped structure already puts a smile on your face. You might even think it is a storybook rocket ready to fly into space. Set firmly on a remote campsite in Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia, amid pristine forest and mountain scenery, it gives visitors what they came for: freedom, quiet and wide-open views. The modern camping cabin, Mudgee Tower, is a project by Casey Brown Architecture, completed in 2007. The small structure includes rainwater collection, accommodates up to two people and fascinates visitors with breathtaking views of the area.
Camping Cabin by Casey Brown Architecture
The camping cabin realizes the client’s dream. Located on a ridge overlooking a natural landscape of granite boulders and ancient dead trees, it offers a retreat far from crowded tourist centers and road noise. Because of the remote site, the project was prefabricated in Sydney by craftsman Jeffery Broadfield, then transported and erected on location.
Mudgee Tower – An Innovative Permanent Camping Structure
Inside the 3×3 m building are a sleeping area, bathroom, small kitchen and comfortable open-plan living area. The copper-clad, two-level structure allows close contact with nature: panels on three sides can fold down and serve as covers. This creates three idyllic sheltered porches oriented to the north, west and east. When privacy or protection is needed, the movable panels can be closed.
Camping Area in New South Wales
Inside, recycled red ironbark wall cladding gives the cabin much of its character. The solid multilayer walls help absorb wind and sun, while the cabin offers a special atmosphere in an elegant setting.
Photo: Rob Brown and Penny Clay
Architectural Design by Casey Brown Architecture
The Camping Cabin Is Passively Cooled in Summer
Reddish-brown warm tones inside the building
Camping place in New South Wales, Australia
Tower-Shaped Camping Cabin
Peter Dark
Anna Lohan
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