December 31, 2015

The Innermost House: a 144 Sq Ft Cabin

Nestled in the hills of northern California is this gorgeous and tranquil cabin, named the Innermost House.

The home was designed by Michael Anthony Lorence, where he lived for 7 years with his wife Diana. The couple's website describe the house as a tranquil retreat and as an escape where they come together for conversation.

The home is 12 x 12 and about 144 sq ft in total. It features a living room, kitchen, study, bathroom, and a bedroom in the loft. The home has no electricity and is naturally heated by the home's fireplace.

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Images © Innermost House

December 29, 2015

Oceanside Tiny Home in Maine (411 Sq Ft)

Any well-designed, open-concept can make any tiny home feel and look spacious, and this adorable cottage in Freeport, Maine is no exception.

Designed by Mac Lloyd of Creative Cottages, LLC, this 411 sq ft one bedroom and one bathroom cottage is the perfect retreat. Surround by forests and an ocean view to boot, who wouldn't want to live here?

The house features a full kitchen, laundry facilities, a gas fireplace, a living room, loft and gorgeous high ceilings. It's also made using locally sourced materials.

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Images © Creative Cottages LLC

December 29, 2015

A Residential Airplane in the Woods

Of all the unusual alternative homes I've seen, this airplane in the woods of Oregon takes the cake.

Portland native Bruce Campbell lives by himself in a 1,066 sq ft 727 Jetliner. The plane's interior has been gutted and converted into a livable space with a kitchen, bathroom, living room, bedroom and two bathrooms.

The home's entrance is a retractable set of stairs that slides out of the plane’s underbelly. Another neat plus is all the windows to allow in sunlight. Campbell has even kept some of the original seating, and uses the cockpit as a reading room.

According to Campbell, about three Jetliners are retired every day. How you'd get your hands on one and bring it into your neighborhood is another question, but it would be cool if you could. He's paid about $220K for the project so far- $100K for the plane, and $120K for related expenses such as transport, refurbishing, etc.

Bruce Campbell has a website where he updates fans of his home about his next steps for the plane and goes into further detail about how he's built his home.

December 28, 2015

Amish Cabin Company Kits, Starting at $16,350

I love cabins and I love tiny homes, so this log cabin kit is something I'm totally into.

The kits are produced by Amish Cabin Company, which is based out of Ashland, Kentucky. There's a few models to pick from, but the one I like in particular is the Cumberland. It's got a cute front porch and a nice open concept. There's room for 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The kits are small enough for you to trailer home yourself. You'll also need to out fit most of the interior necessities yourself, such as a kitchen and bathroom. But if you're handy (or can hire people who are), this would be a nice little home to have.

The homes start at $16,350.

December 27, 2015

Underground Quonset Hut/ Survival Shelter

If you like alternative homes, a Quonset hut might be right up your alley. Alternatively, if you're in the market for some kind of shelter for doomsday or a zombie invasion, perhaps this underground Quonset Hut.

This home is designed and produced by Atlas Survival Shelters, a company based out of Montebello, California. Their "homes" are actually designed as emergency and/or bomb shelters, but I thought the concept was interesting and decided to share. You put one of these at ground level as opposed to underground then boom- cute lil' Quonset hut home.

This home comes with two exits- a main entrance and an emergency back-up exit. They come in a variety of sizes with diameter sizes of 8′, 9′, 10′, 11′, and 12′ and in lengths of up to 50′.

Prices vary depending upon size and specifications, but their website has varies prices listing these homes between $39,400 to $49,000 to start.

One of two exits/entrances

December 11, 2015

Snag This $20K Vancouver Home- With a Catch

A recent Criagslist ad is offering up this 250 sq ft studio for a mere $20,000. In a city with an average home price of $1 million, that's a steal!

The home was converted from a former workspace/garage dating back to 1952. It measures 12' x 24' and the owner says will likely last another 100 years.

The catch? You have to move it.

The home is currently illegal under Vancouver by-laws which stipulates that homes be no smaller than 398 sq. ft.. There is an exception for laneway houses, which are allowed to be a minimum of 280 sq. ft. The owner has has offered to arrange for the move, and even set up a foundation at the new site. The buyer's obligations are to pay for the home, and its associated logistics.

For a small space, it offers plenty of amenities:

The interior design has been very well thought out and it is arguably the most comfortable tiny house you can find, there is no sacrifice in any way. The interior space is approximately 250 sq ft. Everything is custom. The loft bed fits a double mattress, under the bed has massive storage, a full slide out closet and the stairs pull out as your dresser. The kitchen feels larger than a full size kitchen and has a Miele cooktop and GE dishwasher. All contents of the house are included: fridge,46" TV, Blomberg washer and dryer, etc.

The new home will be available to the buyer as of January 9th. If you're considering de-cluttering your life for the new year, this would be a good start!

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Images via Craigslist

December 05, 2015

Cheerful Northern California Tiny Home

This stunning 260 square foot home is located on the Pt. Reyes peninsula along the Northern California coast. According to the architecture's site, it's situated among a number of farm buildings, and was designed to host a group of children for a yearly family summer camp.

The design is simple but elegant, and gives off a very cozy vibe. It's also built to last using non-corrosive and wear-resistant materials.