SOLID 12×16
Full Price: $14,745
25% Production Deposit: $3,686
Anderson North LLC – Compact Cabin Shelter
The SOLID 12×16 w/ 4’ Porch is a compact cabin designed for efficient construction, lightweight transport, and flexible interior use. The structure uses a lightweight plywood sheathing system with reinforced framing to balance durability and manageable shipping weight. Ideal for off-grid builds, backyard cabins, studios, or small shelter structures.
MODERN MAINE CABIN KIT
SOLID 12×16
The SOLID 12×16 is a practical panelized DIY cabin kit featuring a clean modern design, integrated front porch, black full-glass entry door, black-framed windows, and durable Hemlock framing. Designed for guest cabins, recreational retreats, homestead projects, backyard structures, and seasonal living.
Main footprint
Flexible main space
Integrated entry
Cabin plus porch
Technical Specifications
| Primary Lumber | Hemlock structural framing |
|---|---|
| Roof Style | Modern cabin roof profile |
| Framing | 2×8 rafters and 2×6 floor joists |
| Sheathing | ½″ plywood wall, roof, and floor sheathing |
| Exterior Package | Black metal roofing, house wrap, ice and water shield, black trim, black-framed windows, and black full-glass entry door |
Designed For
A straightforward structural shell for buyers planning guest cabins, off-grid retreats, backyard spaces, rural land builds, hunting camps, or simple seasonal living.
Kit Includes
- Hemlock structural framing lumber and plywood
- Complete floor framing and ½″ subfloor
- Wall and roof sheathing
- Integrated porch decking
- Black metal roofing and trim
- Ice and water shield underlayment
- Full-glass black entry door system
- Black-framed windows
- Fasteners and structural hardware
- Detailed assembly plans
Buyer Responsible For
- Foundation and site preparation
- Gravel base, piers, slab, or approved support system
- Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC
- Insulation and interior finishes
- Permits, zoning review, and local approvals
- Labor, unloading, tools, and final installation
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SOLID 12×16 Cabin Kit - Interior
The SOLID 12×16 cabin features a simple rectangular floor plan designed for maximum usable interior space. With straight walls and a traditional structure, this model provides a highly flexible interior that can be arranged in many different ways depending on the builder’s needs. The open layout allows builders to easily create sleeping areas, seating spaces, work areas, or small storage sections without structural limitations. Because the walls are vertical rather than angled, the SOLID design makes it easier to place furniture, install shelving, or divide the space with interior partitions if desired. This straightforward layout makes the SOLID model ideal for a variety of uses such as an off-grid cabin, guest shelter, workshop space, seasonal retreat, or small backyard structure. The design focuses on providing a strong structural shell with a clean interior footprint, allowing builders the freedom to finish the space however they choose.
