I wanted you to meet someone who decided to turn to become a van dweller in his 1991 Volkswagen Westfalia. Kidding about the down by the river part but seriously: he decided to move into his van while still working at his job. His reason behind it is because one of his dreams has been [...]
Micro Houses
Recycled Tubes turned to Tiny House Hotel in Tepoztlan, Mexico
TuboHotel is a unique hotel that has utilized inexpensive materials to provide affordable accommodations to its customers. Tubo means tube in Spanish. In 2006 architect Andreas Strauss used recycled concrete pipes to create a tiny houses to be used as hotel rooms (DasparkHotel). T3Arc designed and built TuboHotel with inspiration from the work of Andreas. [...]
Dee Williams’ Vardo Tiny Houses: Plans, Designs & Building Resources
Dee Williams is one of the most recognized names in the tiny house movement, and her Don Vardo designs offer a beautiful alternative to traditional tiny houses. These gypsy-style caravans combine the aesthetic appeal of a tiny house on wheels with the functionality and easy mobility of a small camper. Whether you’re looking for a [...]
Microlodge UK Micro Cabins: Glamping Pods & Hobbit-Style Shelters
Microlodge UK created a distinctive line of micro cabins designed for campgrounds—offering guests something between traditional tent camping and a hotel room. Their hobbit-inspired designs showcase what’s possible with compact, well-designed camping shelters. The company’s product line demonstrates the variety possible in glamping accommodations: The Microlodge Cabin – Full-sized tiny cabin (128 sq ft) The [...]
Safari Condo Alto: The Expandable Teardrop-Style Travel Trailer
The Safari Condo Alto bridges the gap between compact teardrop trailers and full-featured travel trailers. Made in Quebec, Canada, this aluminum trailer features an electric pop-up roof that transforms it from a low-profile, aerodynamic towing configuration into a stand-up living space when parked. The Expandable Roof Concept What sets the Alto apart from traditional teardrops [...]
The Krunk Bunk: Hanging Micro Sleeping Loft by Derek Diedricksen
The Krunk Bunk is a hanging micro cabin designed by Derek “Deek” Diedricksen of RelaxShacks. Built to hang from tall ceilings, this suspended sleeping loft creates additional living space without consuming floor area. Perfect for high-ceiling spaces, the Krunk Bunk can serve as a sleeping platform, reading nook, or elevated workspace with room below for [...]
Roll It: The Rotating Cylindrical Tiny House Concept
The Roll It house challenges conventional thinking about tiny home design. Created as an experimental dwelling concept, this cylindrical structure transforms its interior simply by rotating—turning a workspace into a bedroom or a kitchen into a bathroom with a gentle push. How the Rotating Design Works Unlike traditional tiny houses where furniture folds or slides, [...]