Aries 116: A Larger Cabin Kit with Three-Bedroom Planning Potential

Aries 116 is a large prefabricated timber cabin kit developed for buyers who need more interior space, greater room separation, and a more residential layout than compact cabin models can provide.

The standard configuration combines a wide main floor, an enclosed main-floor bedroom, a substantial upper sleeping area, two bathrooms, an open gallery, large glazed openings, and a standard front deck.

With approximately 86.1 m² / 927 sq ft of total net interior floor area, Aries 116 is suitable for private vacation homes, premium rental cabins, guest houses, resort accommodation, and longer-stay hospitality projects.

A Larger Version of the Aries Cabin System

Aries 116 follows the same general architectural direction as Aries 96 but extends the structure to provide larger rooms and additional planning flexibility.

The increased length creates a substantially larger main-floor bedroom, bathroom, living area, and upper sleeping space. This allows Aries 116 to function more like a complete multi-room cabin while retaining the tall gallery and large-window character of the Aries series.

The straighter exterior walls and practical upper-floor geometry provide more usable interior volume than a conventional steep-sided A-frame of a similar footprint.

Approximately 927 Sq Ft of Net Interior Space

Aries 116 provides approximately 86.1 m² / 927 sq ft of total net interior floor area across the main floor and upper level.

• Main Floor: Approximately 57.7 m² / 621 sq ft of net interior floor area.
• Upper Level: Approximately 28.4 m² / 306 sq ft of net interior floor area.
• Total Net Interior Area: Approximately 86.1 m² / 927 sq ft.

The exterior deck is stated separately and is not included in the 927 sq ft net interior figure.

The published area represents usable floor surfaces. The open gallery volume above the living area is not counted as additional floor area.

Standard Two-Bedroom, Two-Bathroom Layout

The current standard Aries 116 layout provides one enclosed bedroom and bathroom on the main floor, together with a large upper sleeping room and a second bathroom.

• Main-Floor Bedroom: Approximately 15.2 m² / 164 sq ft.
• Main-Floor Bathroom: Approximately 7.5 m² / 81 sq ft.
• Upper Sleeping Room: Approximately 23 m² / 248 sq ft.
• Upper Bathroom: Approximately 3.7 m² / 40 sq ft.
• Upper Stair Landing: Approximately 1.7 m² / 18 sq ft.

Distributing bedrooms and bathrooms between the two levels creates a more conventional residential arrangement than cabin layouts that place all sleeping areas in a single open loft.

The main-floor bedroom also provides easier access for guests who prefer not to use the stairs.

Three-Bedroom Planning Potential

The approximately 248 sq ft upper sleeping room is large enough for alternative planning concepts.

Depending on the intended use, the upper level may remain as one large master-style sleeping area or be divided to create two smaller sleeping rooms. Together with the enclosed main-floor bedroom, this creates three-bedroom planning potential.

A three-bedroom configuration requires a revised partition layout and may also require changes to doors, windows, electrical routes, heating, ventilation, circulation, and emergency egress.

Whether the resulting rooms can formally be classified as legal bedrooms depends on local requirements for minimum dimensions, ceiling height, emergency escape openings, ventilation, heating, smoke alarms, and occupancy.

The final two-bedroom or three-bedroom arrangement should therefore be confirmed before production drawings and local permit documents are prepared.

A Large Main-Floor Living Area

The primary main-floor living zone measures approximately 5.89 × 5.94 m / 19'4" × 19'6", providing approximately 35 m² / 377 sq ft of open floor area.

This space accommodates the main living room, kitchen, dining area, circulation, and stair connection beneath the open gallery.

The broad dimensions provide greater flexibility for kitchen cabinetry, islands, dining tables, seating arrangements, storage, and project-specific interior features than smaller Aries models.

Kitchen configuration, furniture placement, fireplace or stove location, service routes, and mechanical equipment should be coordinated before the final production drawings are issued.

A Substantial Upper Level, Not a Small Sleeping Platform

The Aries 116 upper level provides approximately 306 sq ft of net usable floor area. It is substantially more developed than the small sleeping platforms found in compact loft cabins.

The upper sleeping room measures approximately 5.89 × 3.91 m / 19'4" × 12'10". The level also includes its own bathroom area and stair landing.

The upper floor remains connected to the living space through the gallery opening, preserving the tall interior character of the cabin while still providing a defined sleeping and bathroom zone.

Depending on the selected plan, the upper area can be configured as a large primary bedroom, two smaller sleeping rooms, or a bedroom combined with a private lounge or work area.

Exterior Dimensions and Interior Heights

Aries 116 has a long rectangular structural form with a tall upper gallery and practical vertical side walls.

• Exterior Structural Frame: Approximately 6.27 × 10.11 m / 20'7" × 33'2".
• Structural Footprint: Approximately 63.4 m² / 683 sq ft.
• Gallery Height: Approximately 6.68 m / 21'11".
• Main-Floor Ceiling Height: Approximately 2.74 m / 9'0".
• Maximum Upper-Level Height: Approximately 3.78 m / 12'5".

The structural dimensions refer to the principal timber frame. Exterior cladding, roof edges, eaves, foundation elements, and other project-specific details may extend beyond the stated frame dimensions.

Foundation construction and anchor positioning should always be based on the current project drawings rather than general website dimensions alone.

A 194 Sq Ft Standard Front Deck

The standard Aries 116 front deck measures approximately 6.07 × 2.97 m / 19'11" × 9'9", providing approximately 18 m² / 194 sq ft of outdoor floor area.

The deck creates an outdoor continuation of the living area and large glazed façade. It can accommodate exterior seating, dining, entrance circulation, and a transition between the cabin and surrounding landscape.

The deck is stated separately and is not included in the 927 sq ft net interior area.

Project-specific side decks, bedroom balconies, extended terraces, exterior stairs, and alternative railing configurations can be reviewed separately. These additions are not included in the published standard deck area unless they are specifically listed in the project quotation.

Large Glazing and Open Gallery Architecture

Large window and door openings connect the main living space with the front deck and surrounding site.

The open gallery allows daylight to reach both levels and emphasizes the approximately 21'11" interior height. This gives Aries 116 a spacious vertical character without relying on the steep internal wall angles of a traditional A-frame.

The façade can combine large fixed glazing with operable insulated aluminum windows and exterior doors according to the selected configuration.

The exact glazing specification is confirmed in the quotation and may include dual-pane tempered, tinted, or Low-E glass depending on the climate, orientation, energy requirements, and local code.

Metal or Timber Exterior Cladding

Aries 116 can be configured with different exterior material directions while retaining the same primary structural and architectural concept.

The current modern configuration can use standing-seam metal cladding on selected exterior wall surfaces, creating a clean appearance and a relatively low-maintenance exterior.

Projects that prefer a warmer or more traditional cabin character can use timber exterior cladding instead. A combination of timber and metal surfaces can also be reviewed according to the architectural direction.

The selected cladding affects exterior detailing, trims, weatherproofing, maintenance requirements, production scope, and pricing. The exact exterior package should therefore be confirmed in the quotation and model-specific drawings.

One Kit per 40-Foot High-Cube Container

One standard Aries 116 cabin kit is generally planned within one 40-foot high-cube container.

This allows the principal structural, wall, roof, joinery, stair, loft, and deck components to be shipped as one coordinated cabin package without normally moving into a multi-container logistics plan.

The final loading arrangement depends on the selected glazing, insulation, prefabricated floor system, hardwood flooring, kitchen package, assembly hardware, exterior cladding, additional deck components, total shipment weight, and approved loading plan.

Container planning must also consider safe unloading and the order in which the site team will need the structural members, wall materials, glazing, roofing, interior components, and deck elements.

A More Complete Standard Cabin Kit

Aries 116 is supplied as a comprehensive prefabricated timber cabin kit rather than a basic frame-only structure.

A substantial portion of the structural cutting, component preparation, wall production, roof detailing, joinery planning, loft production, and assembly coordination is completed before shipment.

Depending on the confirmed quotation and current project configuration, the standard Aries 116 kit may include:

• Factory-cut and labeled GLT structural components
• Model-specific posts, beams, roof frames, and structural members
• Custom steel plates, connectors, and structural connection details
• Exterior wall framing and model-specific wall components
• Main-floor bedroom and bathroom partition components
• Upper-floor structure and solid wood upper-floor components
• Upper bathroom and optional bedroom partition components
• Stair stringers, treads, landing, and railing components
• Roof underlayment or timber roof-decking components
• Roof moisture-control membrane and related roof materials
• Model-specific standing-seam metal roofing sheets and roof trims
• Insulated aluminum operable-window joinery
• Insulated aluminum exterior-door joinery
• Fixed-window framing and model-specific trim components
• Solid wood interior doors and door/window casings
• Standard front-deck structure, flooring, posts, and railings
• Model-specific architectural, production, and assembly documents
• Export packaging and container-loading preparation

Glazing, insulation materials, prefabricated floor systems, kitchen components, assembly hardware, and other selected packages are supplied according to the confirmed quotation.

The quotation and order documents remain the controlling references for the exact materials and options included with an individual Aries 116 order.

For a detailed division between the standard cabin kit, optional packages, and locally completed work, review the SolidCabin Standard Kit Inclusion & Local Scope List .

Available Options and Configuration Upgrades

Aries 116 can be configured with additional packages according to the selected layout, climate, foundation system, finish level, and destination.

Common optional packages may include:

• Dual-pane tempered glazing package
• Low-E glazing upgrade
• Prefabricated timber crawl-floor system
• Solid hardwood main-floor flooring
• Kitchen cabinet and countertop package
• General assembly hardware package
• Insulation materials selected for the project climate
• Increased wall or roof insulation cavities
• Two-bedroom or three-bedroom interior revisions
• Metal, timber, or combined exterior cladding packages
• Extended decks, side decks, balconies, stairs, or landings

Selected changes can affect structural details, room dimensions, glazing, service routes, shipment weight, container loading, production cost, and assembly sequence.

The preferred configuration should therefore be established before the final engineering, production drawings, and loading plan are completed.

Climate and Building-Envelope Adaptability

The Aries 116 wall, roof, floor, glazing, and mechanical specifications can be coordinated toward different climates and energy-performance targets.

Final performance depends on the complete building envelope, including insulation continuity, air sealing, vapor control, glazing performance, thermal bridging, roof design, floor construction, ventilation, and HVAC selection.

Projects in cold or mountain climates may require increased insulation depth, higher-performance glazing, improved air sealing, and locally designed heating and ventilation systems.

Projects in hot or high-solar-gain regions may require Low-E or tinted glazing, exterior shading, ventilation planning, suitable roof finishes, and correct HVAC sizing.

Climate-related changes should be established before production because they may affect timber sizes, cavity depths, window and door details, interior dimensions, and container loading.

Factory Preparation and On-Site Assembly

Aries 116 components are cut, prepared, grouped, and labeled before shipment. This reduces the amount of structural measuring, timber cutting, material identification, and component sorting required from the local construction team.

Model-specific production and assembly drawings establish a planned sequence for the main structure, exterior walls, bedrooms, bathrooms, upper level, stairs, roof, windows, doors, and deck.

Because Aries 116 is a large two-level cabin, assembly requires an appropriately sized and experienced local crew, accurate foundation work, lifting equipment, organized unloading, weather protection, and suitable site access.

Actual assembly time depends on crew size, construction experience, foundation accuracy, weather, equipment, selected options, and the required completion stage. It should not be represented as a fixed number of days for every project.

Items and Services Arranged Locally

SolidCabin supplies the prefabricated cabin kit rather than turnkey construction outside its domestic market. Site-specific work is normally coordinated by the buyer through local contractors, engineers, suppliers, and licensed trades.

Locally arranged work generally includes:

• Land survey, site preparation, excavation, drainage, and access
• Foundation engineering and foundation construction
• Local architectural and structural review
• Permit applications and required professional stamps
• On-site assembly labor and lifting equipment
• Insulation installation when not included in the ordered package
• Air sealing and project-specific envelope completion
• Electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and HVAC systems
• Utility, water, septic, and drainage connections
• Wet-area waterproofing, tile, and bathroom completion
• Bathroom fixtures, appliances, lighting, and final decoration
• Closets, wardrobes, and project-specific built-in furniture
• Landscaping, pathways, retaining work, and other site improvements

The local project team should confirm room classification, emergency egress, stairs, guards, structural loads, soil conditions, foundation design, energy performance, fire safety, setbacks, access, and permit requirements before manufacturing begins.

Standard Kit Pricing

The current standard Aries 116 kit price begins at $49,000 EXW Ankara, Türkiye, subject to the current quotation, selected revision, and project configuration.

The standard kit price is not the total cost of a completed cabin. Buyers should separately budget for transportation, customs charges, site work, foundations, local engineering, permits, labor, insulation, mechanical systems, utilities, fixtures, appliances, and final completion.

Optional glazing, prefabricated floor systems, hardwood flooring, kitchen cabinets, assembly hardware, insulation, custom cladding, and layout changes are priced according to the selected project scope.

Best Suited to Larger Private and Rental Cabin Projects

Aries 116 is best suited to projects that need greater interior space and room flexibility than Aries 96 while remaining within a practical single-container shipping plan.

Typical applications include private vacation homes, family retreats, premium rental cabins, guest houses, boutique resorts, nature accommodation, and longer-stay hospitality units.

Its main advantages are approximately 927 sq ft of net interior space, a 621 sq ft main floor, a substantial 306 sq ft upper level, two bathrooms, two standard sleeping rooms, three-bedroom planning potential, and a 194 sq ft standard front deck.

Projects requiring a smaller two-bedroom cabin with the possibility of shipping two units within one container may also compare Aries 116 with the Aries 96 cabin kit .

The final quotation should confirm the selected two-bedroom or three-bedroom layout, glazing specification, insulation target, floor system, exterior cladding, optional packages, foundation approach, delivery destination, and intended construction schedule.