STUDIO 12×20
Full Price: $28,500
25% Production Deposit: $7,125
The STUDIO 12×20 is Anderson North LLC’s flagship premium modern cabin shell designed for practical off-grid living, guest space, rentals, creative studios, or modern retreats built for real Maine conditions. Featuring a bold modern profile, integrated front terrace/deck, elevated loft space, black architectural accents, and clean contemporary styling, the STUDIO is designed to deliver a higher-end cabin experience while remaining practical, durable, and functional for long-term use. Designed in true Anderson North style, this premium model combines modern aesthetics, outdoor living, and compact functionality into a weather-tight structure created for customers seeking something beyond a traditional cabin kit. This is yours, and you built it.
PREMIUM MODERN CABIN KIT
STUDIO 12×20
The STUDIO 12×20 is a premium modern panelized DIY cabin kit featuring a mezzanine loft, integrated outdoor terrace, black architectural exterior package, and durable Hemlock structural framing. Designed for guest accommodations, creative studios, vacation properties, recreational retreats, off-grid land, and seasonal living.
Main cabin shell
Flexible main space
Outdoor living area
Mezzanine level
Technical Specifications
| Primary Lumber | Hemlock structural framing lumber |
|---|---|
| Cabin Style | Premium modern cabin shell with mezzanine loft and integrated terrace |
| Floor Framing | Hemlock floor framing system based on final STUDIO plan package |
| Wall Framing | Hemlock wall framing system with reinforced openings |
| Roof Framing | 2×8 roof rafters with structural connector package |
| Terrace Framing | Integrated front terrace framing system with post and beam support |
| Loft System | Mezzanine loft framing and loft floor decking |
| Sheathing | ½″ exterior-grade plywood floor, wall, and roof sheathing |
| Exterior Siding | ½″ ACX plywood exterior siding |
| Roofing System | Black metal roofing system with matching trim package |
| Windows | Black-framed windows per plan |
| Door Package | Black exterior door and sliding glass patio door package per plan |
| Trim Package | Black exterior corner, fascia, base, door, and window trim |
| Weather Protection | Weather-resistant barrier system, roof underlayment, sealed seams, and exterior moisture-control details |
Designed For
A premium modern structural shell for buyers planning guest cabins, creative studios, vacation rentals, retreat spaces, off-grid cabins, backyard dwellings, or elevated seasonal living.
Kit Includes
- Hemlock structural framing lumber
- Panelized wall framing system
- Roof framing system
- Mezzanine loft framing system
- Integrated 160 SF terrace framing
- Post and beam terrace support system
- 2×8 roof rafters
- Structural connector package
- ½″ plywood floor decking
- ½″ wall and roof sheathing
- ½″ ACX plywood exterior siding
- Weather-resistant barrier system
- Roof underlayment
- Black metal roofing and trim
- Black-framed windows
- Black exterior door package
- Sliding glass patio door per plan
- 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
- Interior flooring, cabinetry, and fixtures
- Permits, zoning review, and local approvals
- Engineering review if required locally
- Labor, unloading, tools, and final installation
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STUDIO Cabin Kit - Interior
The STUDIO model by Anderson North LLC features a modern open-concept interior designed to maximize both natural light and functional living space within a compact footprint. The main level provides a flexible layout that can accommodate sleeping, seating, dining, workspace, or kitchenette areas without restrictive interior divisions, while the elevated mezzanine loft creates a separate upper-level space ideal for a bed, storage, or private retreat area. Unlike traditional small cabin layouts, the STUDIO combines a bold asymmetrical design with a large integrated front terrace/deck and expansive glass features to create a more open, modern living experience with strong indoor-outdoor connection. The straight wall sections and taller ceiling profile improve usable headroom and furniture placement while maintaining a clean architectural feel throughout the structure. This efficient modern layout makes the STUDIO ideal for off-grid living, guest accommodations, Airbnb rentals, creative studios, transitional housing, or compact full-time living, while allowing builders the flexibility to customize the interior to fit their own needs and lifestyle.
