Cabin Culture Janice Smith

Summary:In this episode, we welcome Cameron and Lauren, a couple from Charlotte who have transformed their love for cabins into a series of inspiring projects. The conversation begins with some light-hearted moments, including the hosts' technical challenges and introductions. Cameron and Lauren share their journey of purchasing and renovating their first cabin, the Hillside House, in Boone, NC, which led to further projects, including another cabin and a van build. They discuss the importanc...

Summary:In this episode of "Cabin Culture," Janice Smith interviews Caspar Schols, the innovative designer behind Cabin Anna. Caspar shares his journey from physicist to architect, driven by a lifelong passion for making and building. He discusses the inspiration behind Cabin Anna, which combines his love for nature and detailed craftsmanship. Caspar reveals how the design evolved from an art installation to a fully functional, dynamic living space. The conversation delves into the philosophi...

Summary:In this episode, we interview Ethan and Luc about their experiences with social media, particularly Instagram, and its role in marketing their cabins. Ethan shares his journey of building a large following on Instagram and the challenges of starting over with Teton View Cabins. Luc, initially less involved in social media, describes his newfound enthusiasm for Instagram and how it has influenced Ethan to re-engage with the platform. The conversation delves into the strategies and chal...

SummaryIn today's episode, we sit down with Skylar Wilson, one of the driving forces behind the family-run Wanderlust and Wild Soul Treehouses. Located on 40 acres of serene land, these treehouses offer a unique escape for couples seeking a peaceful nature retreat. Skylar shares her journey from helping her parents start the treehouse business to managing the properties alongside her family. We delve into the challenges of balancing full-time jobs with hosting, the creative process behind bui...

This episode is a love story. An interesting one, but a love story nonetheless. Amanda is a fascinating guest, who played D1 basketball, taught PE for over 10 years, founded a dating app, met her future business partner on IG, and then moved to a small town in Wyoming to renovate an old motel. What might have begun as a great investment opportunity turned into a love affair with the town of Greybull, the people and community there, and with renovation. Plus she’s documented it all online, wit...

Susan and Boris, founders of Lumen Camps, share their journey from a honeymoon road trip to building a successful hospitality brand. They started with a 20-year-old Land Cruiser and a rooftop tent, traveling from Boston to Argentina, and documenting their adventures along the way. When they returned, they decided to explore the short-term rental industry and began with one property. As their rental properties grew, they were forced to focus on automation and building a remote team in order to...