Now Offering Cabin Shells

Posted by Natalie Moen
On September 5, 2024
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If you are familiar with Riverside Cabins, you know we have five different models: The Yellowstone, The Stillwater, The Bitterroot, The Yaak, and The Madison. All of our models are named after different rivers in Montana. Since 2018, Riverside Cabins has produced fully finished, premium modular cabins and homes. Fast forward to 2024, and we have a new offering in our lineup, cabin shells!

What is a cabin shell?

A cabin shell refers to the basic structural framework or outer structure of a cabin before any interior finishes or additional features are added.

Think of it as the skeleton of a cabin. It includes the essential components like walls, roof, and floor, but does not yet have things like insulation, drywall, flooring, or cabinets. In construction, the cabin shell provides the primary support and protection against the elements. Once the shell is complete, customers can then move on to adding insulation, electrical systems, plumbing, and interior finishes to turn it into a fully functional and comfortable space, exactly how they want it.

The term “shell” is often used in various types of construction to indicate that a structure is in its basic form and is ready for further development.

Details

Keep in mind, not all advertised cabin shells are created equal. A surprising amount of cabin shells are not built to any building code. At Riverside Cabins, we build to International Residential Code, no different than a stick-built home. All of our cabins, including shells have the trusses engineered to the location the building is being delivered.

This ensures the cabin is perfectly suitable for the snow load and elements. Having our cabins engineered is a pivotal component to the frame of the cabin shell. Our shells include the following:

Windows
Exterior Doors
Siding
Metal Roof
Framing of the Interior Walls

Shipping, crane, and install up to 200 miles are included in the base prices. If further, extra shipping costs will be incurred. Keep in mind, if located out of the state of Montana, there may be additional costs for out of state permitting.

Cabin Shell Models & Sizes

All of our floor plans cabin be purchased as shells. Below are a few different models and sizes with pricing for reference. If there is a certain model / floor plan not listed, we would be happy to provide you an estimate. Request a shell estimate by clicking here.