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he yurt—that portable,
tent-like structure used by
nomadic tribes—comes from
ancient origins but is having
a moment. In truth it's never
gone away. "The traditional yurt
may be one of the oldest forms of
indigenous shelter still used today,"
notes Zach Both, who with his
girlfriend Nicole Lopez and a labor
force of family and friends, built
a modern version of the primitive
dwelling just outside of Portland, OR,
in the span of a weekend.
Lest one expect your average
tent set-up, this Rainier Outdoor-
manufactured modern yurt is
spacious with 730-square-feet of
living space, water and electricity.
"Most yurts built in the U.S. today
possess a rustic quality to them
akin to a log cabin," says Zach. "We
attempted to distinguish our yurt by
adding a contemporary flair with
minimalist decor, muted colors, and
a one-of-a-kind round loft surrounded
on almost all sides by plants." For
matters of function, a wood stove
provides heat while the bathroom
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