This former Swiss army building that was constructed during WW2, has been transformed in a rather comfortable home by Ralph Germann Architectes. The Switzerland-based firm effectively inserted a glass cube into the existing structure, which helps define the old from the new, and also helps to maintain the character and history of the building. The …
Apolline Terrier, a Paris-based architecture studio, has created a series of contemporary cabins overlooking des Dagues Creek in France. The property contains an existing mansion that dates back to the 17th century. However, the latest addition to the site comes in the form of 6 small cabins, each of which is designed to accommodate 1-4 …
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Since I last posted about NOMAD Micro Homes, they’ve created an IndieGoGo campaign, and have gone viral almost overnight. The tiny house company has been popping up frequently on UK, and US based websites, and magazines over the course of the last week. The design of their tiny 10 foot square house is one of …
This unusual looking compact home is actually a modular housing system that’s been developed by Barry Jackson. The system, called HIVEHAUS, consists of a series of hexagonal units that can arranged in a variety of way to create a home, or a “Hive”. The HIVEHAUS form is derived from the beehive – a simple repetitive …
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This 470 square foot apartment from Gothenburd, Sweden, dates back to the early 19th century. The interior has gone through a major overhaul to create a warm and welcoming home, while still maintaining it’s original character.Despite it’s relatively small size, the apartment feels spacious and airy thanks to its tall ceiling and open-plan living space. …
This odd-looking building is set among the mountainous region of East Tyrol, Austria. The unusual house is called Ufogel and can be rented by couples or small families looking for a unique vacation experience. The Ufogel contains all the modern appliances and rooms you would expect to have in a modern home. There’s a kitchen …
This modern studio from Chappaqua, NY, was designed by Workshop/adp. The aim was to create a space that allowed the owner to connect with the natural surroundings. Located on the rear of the owners property, the studio is enveloped by forestry, and provides a “disconnect” from busy day-to-day life in the city.The exterior of the …
Have you got a tiny house along the coast of California? If so, Trip Flip (from the Travel Channel) would love to talk to you! Trip flip are currently planning a 4-day escapade along the Californian coast trip. They plan to stay in a variety of accommodation over the course of their trip, and they …
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This compact apartment has been designed by Beriot Bernardini Arquitectos, and aims to take advantage of the limited space by incorporating as many multifunctional living areas as possible. The majority of the functional spaces (kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and closets) are contained towards the front end, freeing up the rest of the home for the less permanent …
Spaces serving several functions has become increasingly important over the last few years, particularly in cities where there’s often a limited amount of space available. This apartment from Brasília, Brazil, features a simple yet efficient layout that allows them to create three different rooms out of a single space. Designed by BEP Architects, the apartment …
This tiny house is part of a collaboration project by Hangar Design Group and Pircher Oberland to create a collection of luxury mobile homes. Pircher Oberland is a company that specializes in the design and development of prefabricated wood products. Their work includes indoor and outdoor furniture pieces, as well as structural building elements. They …
This is my tiny home dome. It was built for just $200, and comprises of reclaimed materials, milled on site lumber and mud. The design is a geodesic dome with a 5 sided roof added on top. The dome is earthen plastered inside and lime plastered outside…” – Jeffrey See more at Humble Homes…
