Gary Zuker is the owner of this little hobbit house in Texas. In 1989 he built it by hand for about $25,000 and lots of labor. The home took three years to complete. He is a University of Texas computer engineer with no carpentry experience before this project. In total, the space is about 830-square-feet [...]
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Alchemy Architects weeHouse: 336 Sq Ft Modern Prefab with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
The weeHouse by Alchemy Architects packs modern design into 336 square feet. Located in the prairie land near Lake Pepin in Minnesota, this prefab cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides, creating an indoor-outdoor living experience. Design Details Manufacturer: Alchemy Architects Model: weeHouse Size: 336 square feet Construction: Prefab modular Kitchen: IKEA cabinets with stainless [...]
Cordwood Cabin Retreat: Rustic Tiny House Built with Recycled Materials
This cordwood cabin retreat demonstrates how natural building techniques create beautiful, functional tiny spaces. The unique structure features cordwood construction with decorative bottles, large windows, and a matching outhouse companion building. Design Details Construction: Cordwood with decorative bottles Materials: Recycled and reclaimed Purpose: Writing, reading, and day retreat Features: Large windows, custom screen door, built-in [...]
Mushroom Dome Cabin: Geodesic Tiny House Rental in Aptos, California
This rustic mushroom-shaped cabin in Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California features a geodesic dome design surrounded by Oak, Madrone, and Redwood trees. The unique tiny house is available as a vacation rental. Mushroom Dome Cabin Exterior Photos courtesy of Kitty and Michael Cabin Details Location: Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California Style: Geodesic dome with mushroom [...]
Lloyd Kahn: Self-Reliant Half-Acre Homestead and Owner-Built Home
Lloyd Kahn, author of “Shelter” and “Tiny Homes: Simple Shelter,” has spent decades documenting owner-built homes and practicing self-reliant living on his Northern California homestead. His half-acre property demonstrates how recycled materials and hands-on building create unique, personal living spaces. Video: Lloyd Kahn’s NorCal Self-Reliant Half-Acre Homestead About Lloyd Kahn Known For: Author of “Shelter,” [...]
Breathe Easy Tiny House: Tiny Green Cabins Design with Entry Bathroom Layout
The Breathe Easy model by Tiny Green Cabins features an unconventional floor plan with the bathroom positioned at the entry. This layout separates bathroom humidity and odors from the main living space while maximizing the open feel of the kitchen and living area. Breathe Easy Exterior Rendering Plenty of windows provide natural light and ventilation [...]
