Cabin Porn: How tiny minimalist cabins are conquering Ukrainian market

Fear not, Cabin Porn is an innocent phenomenon. This term humorously denotes the love for cabins – small, cozy houses nestled in forests or wild nature. We've previously covered cabins and featured custom projects in the USA, Finland, and Germany. Now, we turn our attention to the Ukrainian context, where cabins are just beginning to gain traction. Over the past two years, numerous vacation spots have emerged, not only in the Carpathians but also elsewhere: the OBRIY project in Poltava Oblast has been renting out cabins since 2022, and ULIS recently launched a site with such houses near Kyiv.

LIGA.Life spoke with ULIS and OBRIY to find out why these companies decided to venture into this segment. We also talked to the manufacturer of tiny houses, Svitanok company, and discussed the intricacies of production and why cabins are becoming popular in Ukraine.

What cabins are and where they come from

A cabin is a small dwelling. Modern technologies allow it to be equipped with basic functions: a bedroom, kitchen, and shower. Its size varies but usually ranges from 15-20 sq. m. Another feature of a cabin is its design: sleek and ascetic to harmonize with nature, often using various types of wood, with charred wood being a popular choice.