Stella 82: A Larger A-Frame Cabin Kit with Two Sleeping Areas

Stella 82 is a prefabricated A-frame cabin kit designed for buyers who want more interior flexibility than the Stella 70 while retaining efficient multi-unit container shipping.

The model combines an enclosed main-floor bedroom, an open loft sleeping area, a practical living and kitchen zone, a full bathroom area, a large glazed front façade, and a substantial standard deck.

This configuration makes Stella 82 suitable for rental cabins, resort accommodation, glamping developments, guest cabins, and private retreats where a completely open studio-style layout would be too limited.

More Main-Floor Space Than Stella 70

The principal difference between Stella 70 and Stella 82 is not simply a larger version of the same interior. Stella 82 uses its additional building length to provide a more substantial main floor and an enclosed bedroom.

Compared with Stella 70, the cabin provides approximately 60 sq ft of additional net main-floor area. This allows the sleeping arrangement to be divided between a private lower-floor room and the upper loft rather than placing all primary sleeping space in the loft.

The result is a more flexible cabin for families, small groups, longer stays, and rental projects that benefit from separation between sleeping and living areas.

Enclosed Main-Floor Bedroom and Open Loft

The standard Stella 82 layout includes an enclosed main-floor room measuring approximately 3.60 × 3.07 m / 11'10" × 10'1". This provides approximately 11.1 m² / 119 sq ft of floor area.

The room can be planned as the primary bedroom, while the open loft provides an additional sleeping area above the bathroom and bedroom section.

The room can be planned as the primary bedroom, while the open loft provides creates two distinct sleeping zones:

• An enclosed bedroom on the main floor
• An open sleeping loft on the upper level

Whether each area can formally be described as a legal bedroom depends on local requirements for emergency egress, ceiling height, ventilation, heating, and other building-code provisions. For this reason, Stella 82 is best described as having an enclosed bedroom with additional loft sleeping space or two-bedroom planning potential.

Interior Area and Standard Layout

Stella 82 provides approximately 48.6 m² / 523 sq ft of total net interior floor area across the main floor and loft.

• Main Floor: Approximately 38.2 m² / 411 sq ft of net interior floor area.
• Enclosed Main-Floor Bedroom: Approximately 11.1 m² / 119 sq ft.
• Bathroom Area: Approximately 4.9 m² / 53 sq ft.
• Open Loft: Approximately 10.4 m² / 112 sq ft.
• Total Net Interior Area: Approximately 48.6 m² / 523 sq ft.

The remaining main-floor area accommodates the kitchen, living space, circulation, stair access, and the open section beneath the full-height A-frame gallery.

The open gallery footprint is not counted as additional floor area. It creates the tall interior volume above the living space and maintains the architectural character of the A-frame design.

Exterior Dimensions, Interior Heights, and Standard Deck

Stella 82 uses the same general width as Stella 70 but extends the structure in length to accommodate the enclosed main-floor bedroom and larger lower level.

• Exterior Structural Frame: Approximately 5.56 × 7.46 m / 18'3" × 24'6".
• Structural Footprint: Approximately 41.5 m² / 446 sq ft.
• Main-Floor Interior Dimensions: Approximately 5.26 × 7.26 m / 17'3" × 23'10".
• Loft Dimensions: Approximately 4.85 × 2.15 m / 15'11" × 7'1".
• Open Gallery Height: Approximately 5.62 m / 18'5".
• Ceiling Height Below the Loft: Approximately 2.20 m / 7'3".
• Maximum Height Within the Loft: Approximately 3.55 m / 11'8".

The standard front deck measures approximately 5.46 × 2.98 m / 17'11" × 9'9", providing approximately 16.3 m² / 175 sq ft of outdoor space.

The deck is stated separately and is not included in the 523 sq ft net interior area.

Final foundation dimensions, exterior elevation, roof build-up, anchoring, and site-specific details should be confirmed through the current project drawings and local engineering review.

Large Glazed Façade and Open A-Frame Living Space

The front façade combines large fixed glazing areas with operable window and door joinery. This brings daylight into the living area, emphasizes the height of the A-frame structure, and maintains a visual connection with the surrounding landscape.

The full-height gallery remains positioned over the primary living area, while the bedroom, bathroom, and loft are organized toward the rear section of the cabin. This allows Stella 82 to add enclosed rooms without losing the open interior character expected from an A-frame cabin.

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

Up to Three Kits per 40-Foot High-Cube Container

Despite its additional length and enclosed bedroom, Stella 82 maintains strong multi-unit shipping efficiency.

Up to three baseline Stella 82 kits may be possible in one 40'HC container. For common full-kit configurations, SolidCabin normally plans two units per container. Final capacity depends on the selected options and confirmed loading plan.

The final loading quantity depends on the selected glazing, insulation package, prefabricated timber floor system, hardwood flooring, kitchen package, additional materials, total shipment weight, and approved loading plan.

International freight is generally calculated by container rather than by the number of cabins placed inside it. Loading several Stella 82 kits together can therefore reduce the freight cost allocated to each cabin and improve the landed-cost structure of a multi-unit development.

This makes the model particularly relevant for projects that need greater guest comfort without moving into a substantially larger one-kit-per- container cabin category.

A More Complete Standard Cabin Kit

Stella 82 is supplied as a comprehensive prefabricated timber cabin kit rather than a basic structural frame or A-frame shell.

A substantial portion of the structural preparation, component cutting, material organization, exterior detailing, and assembly planning is completed at the factory before shipment.

Depending on the confirmed quotation and project configuration, the standard Stella 82 kit may include:

• Factory-cut and labeled structural timber components
• Model-specific posts, beams, rafters, and structural connections
• Exterior wall and interior partition components
• Main-floor enclosed bedroom and bathroom partition components
• Loft structure, loft flooring components, stairs, and railings
• Exterior wall panels and cladding components
• Roof underlayment planks and moisture-control membrane
• Model-specific metal roofing sheets and roof details
• Insulated aluminum operable-window joinery
• Insulated aluminum exterior-door joinery
• Fixed front-façade window framing and timber trim components
• Solid wood interior doors and door/window casings
• Standard deck structure, flooring, posts, and railings
• Model-specific architectural, production, and assembly drawings

Glazing, insulation, floor systems, and other selected materials are supplied according to the package confirmed in the project quotation. The quotation and order documentation remain the controlling references for the exact kit scope.

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

Available Options and Climate Adaptability

Stella 82 can be configured for different climates, foundation approaches, finish levels, and intended uses.

Common optional packages may include:

• Dual-pane tempered or Low-E glazing packages
• Prefabricated timber crawl-floor system
• Solid hardwood main-floor flooring
• Kitchen cabinet package
• General assembly hardware package
• Insulation materials selected for the project climate
• Increased wall or roof insulation cavities
• Project-specific exterior cladding and finish options

Wall, roof, floor, and glazing specifications can be adjusted toward different insulation targets and climate requirements. These changes may also affect structural dimensions, interior space, shipment volume, container capacity, production cost, and assembly details.

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

Factory Preparation and Repeatable Assembly

Stella 82 components are cut, prepared, grouped, and labeled before shipment. This reduces the amount of measuring, material identification, site cutting, sorting, and detail interpretation required from the local team.

Model-specific component groups and assembly drawings establish a planned construction sequence from the main timber structure through the walls, bedroom, bathroom, loft, roof, joinery, and deck.

This preparation becomes especially valuable when several matching cabins are constructed at the same location. Once the local crew becomes familiar with the first unit, the same structural connections, material groups, and assembly sequence can be applied to the following cabins.

The videos presented on this page show actual cabin-kit production, container loading, delivery, structural assembly, and completed-project details. They allow buyers and contractors to review the construction system through physical projects rather than renderings alone.

Less Local Sourcing and Fewer Unresolved Details

The value of Stella 82 is not limited to the timber frame or exterior cabin shape. The prepared kit transfers more of the material coordination, structural cutting, roof detailing, joinery planning, exterior-envelope preparation, and assembly logic to the factory.

This reduces the number of cabin-specific materials that the buyer must identify and source separately after delivery. It also gives the local team a clearer starting point than a basic frame-only kit.

Local contractors are still responsible for completing the site-specific parts of the project, but they receive a more developed structural and exterior package with model-specific components and documentation.

Items and Services Arranged Locally

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

Locally coordinated work generally includes:

• Site preparation, excavation, drainage, and site access
• Foundation engineering and foundation construction
• Local architectural or 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, and wastewater connections
• Appliances, sanitary fixtures, lighting, and final decoration

The local project team should confirm structural loads, foundation conditions, energy requirements, fire-safety provisions, setbacks, access, occupancy rules, and permit requirements before manufacturing and construction begin.

Best Suited to Higher-Comfort Multi-Unit Projects

Stella 82 is particularly suitable for projects that need the visual identity and shipping efficiency of a compact A-frame while providing more privacy than a fully open loft-based layout.

Typical applications include rental cabin developments, glamping properties, cabin hotels, outdoor resorts, guest accommodation, retreat centers, family cabins, and compact private homes.

Its main advantages are the enclosed main-floor bedroom, separate loft sleeping space, 523 sq ft of net interior area, 175 sq ft standard deck, factory-prepared kit system, and the potential to transport up to three standard kits within one 40-foot high-cube container.

Projects that prioritize a more open main floor and slightly smaller overall interior may also compare Stella 82 with the Stella 70 A-frame cabin kit .

The final quotation should confirm the required quantity, layout, glazing specification, insulation target, floor system, optional packages, delivery destination, and intended construction schedule.