Inspired by waterfront cottages on Tasmania’s Opossum Bay, this small house is efficient, stylish and affordable. The scale and profile of this semi-prefabricated structure is modest, based on the concept of reducing building scale as a core principle of sustainability. It serves as a home and a place of contemplation and retreat for a couple that emigrated to Tasmania from the United States.

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Two environmentally conscious architects wanted to renovate a crumbling structure on the west side of Helsinki. After examination they’ve decided to tear it down and build a 150 sq. ft. cottage that would serve as an urban getaway for their small family.

The result is a tiny modern cabin nestled among the faded 1950s-era cottages in the Lauttasaari Recreational Park, a forest of towering evergreens and pines on the Baltic Sea. Continue reading →

I really like what they’ve done with this place! A small studio apartment renovation in New York City, that serves as a home for an art dealer. The result is a simple, elegant living space, within a compact floor plan of 1000 sq. ft., that provides a calm, monochromatic backdrop for showcasing art pieces. Continue reading →

This 1200 sq. ft house, in Heyri, South Korea, is the small home of a young family with two children. The owner is very interested in breaking down the boundaries of private and public, educational and residential uses, and is planning to use his backyard space as a community center during the day, and as part of the private living space at nights and weekends.
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Located in Shafer, Minnesota, this adorable 384 sq. ft. cabin is called the Practice House for a reason. It was built by a couple who wanted to fine tune their building skills before constructing their own permanent home.

When the couple found this small cabin it had no electricity or plumbing, and was in need of a serious facelift, both inside and out. Nevertheless, the couple decided it had great potential and decided to embark on the task of remodeling the structure. Continue reading →

This impressive home is a 1,000 sq. ft. glass house, that sits on a secluded 1,800- acre ranch in Georgetown, Texas. With a facade that disappears into the landscape, it stands as a fine example of connecting a building to its site. And as you’ve already guessed, privacy wasn’t an issue for the owner as most of the house is transparent. Continue reading →

You’re probably thinking: what kind of house can you possibly achieve with deconstructed plywood and concrete? Well, think again, because this small house is clean and contemporary and surprisingly fresh. It serves as the living/working space of Austin-based architectural photographer Patrick Wong and his family. Continue reading →

Sitting on a very limited lot, this small house features an exceptional pentagonal shape. The structure is a one-story private home, featuring a compact space of 87 sq. meters. You might think that because of the small size of the overall space and the irregular shapes inside the house, the impression would be crowded and uncomfortable – but that is not the case. The result is modernly beautiful. Continue reading →

What can you possibly achieve with a 24 sq. meters of living space? You’ve got to see it to believe it! Christian created a custom built storage system, inspired by the interior design of small boats.

This tiny apartment is full of surprises, where everything you need is hidden in the walls – a kitchen, closet, storage space, a folding dining table, toilet and a separate glass cube shower. Oh, and lets not forget the comfortable double bed hidden underneath the roof terrace. Everything is comfortably available in a click – Check it out!

This small house design was carefully planned to incorporate a gabled roof and a large atrium, creating a spacious living area that is kept cool during hot summer months, while warm and cozy during the winter. The overall impression – both inside and out – is charmingly simple. Continue reading →