Prefab

Pre-fab Modern Cottage

Pre-fab Cottage is a modern, modular pre-fabricated structure based on a 14 foot square module. The cottages are built using structural insulated panels for floor, walls and roof, creating an extremely energy efficient building envelope. The 14′ x 14′ cottage base module can be assembled in several combinations and is adaptable to many different site …

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Mini Mod by MAPA

Translated from Portuguese: The Minimod is an authentic experience, smart and sustainable. The MINI MOD consists of four different modules: bedroom, living, dining and bath. Single area of 26m², which sometimes can be all connected, giving breadth and sometimes closed in parts, giving privacy. The Minimod has unique design, contemporary and pragmatic. Option of several …

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House Arc

At $55,000 this small structure is more expensive than most people want to spend, but it’s definitely a cool design. “Bellomo Architects, in Palo Alto, wanted to design an IKEA-like house, only easier to put together. Just like the Swedish company’s famous furniture, this 150 square foot modular structure can be flat-packed and delivered in …

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Yardpods

Another new small prefab builder is now up and running and offering their steel-framed wood-clad, buildings for sale. The price of a complete unit installed is about $16,500, but do-it-yourselfers should check into the kits which cost much less. Yardpods is located in San Rafael, CA. Yardpods

LV Open House

Rocio Romero is hosting an open house on June 12, 2010 in Perryville, Missouri. She is the architect behind the LV series small prefab homes. While not tiny, at 1150 square feet, this modern home is still very affordable and the design flexible allowing for a lot of personalization. She also offers a smaller 625 square …

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MetroPlay Playhouse

The folks at MetroShed have come up with an interesting new take on the playhouse, no surprisingly named MetroPlay. It’s a modern playhouse with a central 8×8 unit with some expansion options. Expect to pay between $6,000 and $7,000 for a MetroPlay. MetroPlay

Ideabox Urban Prefabs

Ideabox has launched a series of little Urban Prefabs that range in size from about 600 to 800 square feet. These look like a good option for those looking for something a bit more turn-key. Ideabox Urban Prefabs

One Cool Habitat

This New Zealand company, One Cool Habitat, is shipping these little tiny container homes to people around the world. Prices start at around $30,000 US. One Cool Habitat