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‘Not-So-Tiny’ Tiny Home Has A Central Porch That Splits The House In Two

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Called the Pisgah Park Model, this tiny home is unique, and a far cry from the typical tiny homes on the market. It offers an intriguing take on typical tiny house designs. The home is designed in such a manner, that the living and sleeping areas are placed on either side of a central porch, which creates a sense of distinction and separation between the two, allowing the home to have an indoor-outdoor style.

Designer: Wind River Tiny Homes

Designed by Wind River Tiny Homes, the Pisgah Park Model is designed for park living and isn’t intended for regular towing. It is founded on a quad-axle trailer and is finished in an engineered siding board and batten. It features a length of 45 feet and a width of 12 feet, which provides the home with a house-like interior, unlike most smaller tiny homes.

You can enter the tiny home via the porch. This space is intended to be a designated general hangout area and is an ingenious way to separate the two areas of the home. This home is not the best option for cold places but could be a great option for milder climates. The living room is located on one side of the porch, and it is quite free-flowing and open. The spacious porch has a high ceiling and generous glazing, while the interior is quite comfy and light-filled. The room includes a sofa, a kitchen with a fridge/freezer, a radiant electric cooktop, cabinetry, and a dishwasher.

The other side of the porch accommodates the master bedroom. The bedroom is located downstairs, so visitors and residents can stand upright in it. It also includes loads of storage and cabinetry, allowing it to function as a home office or an entertainment unit. The bathroom is located close by, and it contains a shower, vanity sink, and flushing toilet. The tiny home also includes a second bedroom upstairs, and it can be accessed via a ladder. It has a low ceiling and a double bed, much like most loft-style bedrooms in typical tiny homes.

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The 10 Best Designs You Need In Your Yard Or Garden To Gear Up For Spring 2024

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You can do a lot in your backyard! We shouldn’t underestimate our backyards, as they can be major spaces of fun, recreation, and relaxation. Spring is around the corner, and if you’re gearing up for spring season, then you’ve reached the right list. We’ve curated a collection of innovative and functional designs that are the right fit for the spring season. From a portable tiny home on wheels that you can set up in your yard, to a gardening kit that can help you get your hands muddy and green – these unique and functional designs are all you need for a great spring season.

1. Nestron Tiny Homes

Nestron has designed a range of sleek and futuristic tiny homes that feature a highly customizable, and aesthetically pleasing prefab design. The collection includes – Cube One (C1), Cube Two (C2), and Cube Two X (C2X), and they are priced between $42.2k to $126.6k. The homes make for excellent portable tiny home on wheels, that you can take along for your spring adventures, or set up in your backyard!

Why is it noteworthy?

The futuristic homes include solar electricity (or local electricity), heating, and a fully-equipped bathroom with a smart toilet. The interiors can be customized, and they’re quite stunning and ideal for sci-fi fans who want their own futuristic homes!

What we like

  • The homes are built from recyclable materials
  • Everything is handled by Nestron – from logistics and transport to unloading, so you don’t need to worry about anything

What we dislike

  • The homes aren’t very spacious. The most expansion option, the Cube Two X, provides only 398 square feet of space

2. Garden Domes

These quaint little garden domes by Hypedome are designed to serve as office space, yoga dens, additional sleeping quarters, or even calm spaces to rest in. They are a great option if you like sleeping under the stars, of course without the fear of rain and snow. The geodesic domes are designed to make indoor-outdoor living accessible.

Why is it noteworthy?

The domes are designed to offer you an indoor-outdoor space that allows you to enjoy the beauty of nature without having to deal with its extreme side. It may look like the hemispherical garden domes are made from glass, but they are 200 times more durable weather-resistant, and UV-protected too.

What we like

  • They can be used all year round since you can easily heat them during the winter

What we dislike

  • The domed outer wall/ceiling makes the interiors seem smaller than they are.
  • You can’t have furniture set against the curved wall, which wastes precious real estate

3. The Gardener’s Tool Seat

If you’re in the mood to get down and dirty and grow some stuff in your yard this spring, then you need to get this Gardener’s Tool Seat. It gives you everything you could need – a collapsible seat to sit on, gardening tools, and a bonus pocket for carrying a cool drink.

Why is it noteworthy?

The Tool Seat features a standard collapsible tool that is made from stainless-steel piping with a nylon fabric seat, and a smart detail at the base that lets you hang your gardening toolbag underneath it. The bag comes equipped with a gardening toolkit.

What we like

  • It features a space on the inside to accommodate your gardening trimmings

What we dislike

  • The seat doesn’t look too comfy to sit on for long periods

4. Yuanye Foldable Outdoor Grill

Called the Yuanye, this portable outdoor barbecue grilling pan that you can carry with you on your outdoor adventures, or to cook up something delicious in your yard. It resembles a portable projector and can be used with a gas tank, fire source, and oil storage module. It is super useful with good-looking aesthetics.

Why is it noteworthy?

As you open up the grill, you’ll see two partitions that let you grill meats on one side, and vegetables on the other. It is a portable grill that is inspired by a suitcase, but instead of storing clothes, it stores the food you need to eat.

What we like

  • Fashionable, good-looking, and portable appliance
  • You can cook meats as well as veggies on it, preparing a well-balanced meal

What we dislike

  • It’s a conceptual design so we don’t know how well it will translate into a tangible product

5. Smart Coop

This smart coop is meant to simplify every task related to chicken raising. The coop is equipped with an inbuilt IoT camera, that lets you keep a tab on your chicken’s health remotely, even if you’re on the other end of the world. The door can be scheduled to open and close as per your chickens’ habits.

Why is it noteworthy?

The coop can accommodate six chickens, which is enough to sustain a small family. The coop is also weather-resistant, and durable enough to handle the elements. The freshly laid eggs can be collected via a secure hatch without disturbing the chickens within.

What we like

  • The aesthetics haven’t been ignored, the various elements feature contrasting coral hues

What we dislike

  • You need a suitable backyard to accommodate the coop, cant be placed in all yards

6. Dufour

This wooden tiny home called Dufour transports you to a world of luxury, comfort, and elegance. It is built by German tiny house creator Berghaus, and the wooden cabin provides a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern luxury.

Why is it noteworthy?

The tiny home is packed with modern-day luxuries, and it is equipped with two loft bedrooms each with a staircase of its own from the main floor. It measures around 26 feet in length, which makes it much larger than most tiny homes.

What we like

  • It can be used as a family home or a comfy vacation rental
  • It is topped with solar panels

What we dislike

  • It lacks a terrace (expandable or fixed) that can provide a viewing space when in transit

7. Bello! Bench

Fjetland designed the Bello! bench for the aluminum producer Hydro. And what was his muse for this piece? You got it right – pasta, or to be more precise penne rigate.

Why is it noteworthy?

Informed by the design and form of pasta, the Bello! bench is a versatile piece of furniture that can be used indoors and outdoors. It’s been created from nearly ninety percent recycled and one hundred percent recyclable aluminum.

What we like

  • The bench is inspired by a piece of penne rigate, which is responsible for its ridged and textured surface
  • It can be customized and modified to incorporate tables, lamps, or chargers since it does not have an internal support structure

What we dislike

  • The shape of the bench is opposite to what we usually have, ergonomically speaking, which makes it difficult to sit comfortably and could lead to a slipping sensation.

8. The +Base Modular Grill

The +Base Modular Griller is ideal for your yard during the summertime. It can support almost any kind of cooking – from frying to smoking, stewing, grilling, or evening keeping some wine warm. This unique and innovative griller is an ideal fit for your yard. You can cook up some of the veggies you’ve grown in your garden!

Why is it noteworthy?

The All-In-One Grill is designed by a small family-owned Japanese factory, and it is carefully designed to maximize the limited amount of space available. The wooden base protects the table from the grill’s hot bottom, which also functions as a lid when the griller has to be stowed away.

What we like

  • The modular griller lets you cook in seven different ways
  • It simplifies outdoor cooking, allowing you to cook up meals in your yard

What we dislike

  • Hardcore grillers may not like the design or prefer it

9. Panama Banana

Called the Panama Banana, this hammock is the perfect piece of furniture for your yard. It is inspired by tropical elements like the shape of a surfboard and is inspired by the curvature of a banana. It has a tranquil and chill vibe to it, which makes it an excellent addition to your garden or backyard.

Why is it noteworthy?

It’s as comfortable as a hammock or sun chair, but rocks to and fro like a rocking chair, giving you an experience that’s sure to steal your entire afternoon and some more.

What we like

  • The hammock is coated with a water-resistant wax, and it is perfect for outdoor use or indoor use with an outdoor view

What we dislike

  • There is no option or scope for personal customization

10. Böste Lounge Chair

The Böste Lounge Chair is designed by the Swedish furniture company Skargaarden, and it is a minimal and well-designed sturdy lounge chair for your yard. It is designed to weather over time, adding a wonderful patina to the chair, and giving it a different visual with time.

Why is it noteworthy?

The lounge chair is named after the designer’s hometown in Southern Sweden. It is inspired by the classic Westport Chair and is in fact, a Scandinavian version of it. The form of the chair is pretty unique, with the back and seat meeting at an interesting angle, which invites and welcomes users to sit in a gently reclined pose which is great for relaxing and socializing with family and friends.

What we like

  • It is equipped with a separate footrest, that lets users lie down fully and comfortably
  • It is made using sustainably sourced teak

What we dislike

  • Aesthetically similar to other outdoor chairs on the market

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This 45-Foot Family Home On Wheels Is Larger & More Spacious Than Most Tiny Homes

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Named Tellico, this is truly one of the biggest home on wheels I’ve seen. Measuring 45 feet, this massive family home is designed to be a spacious and free-flowing residence with an apartment-like interior. The home is accompanied by an impressively-sized porch on the outside. Designed by Wind River Tiny Homes as a Park Model, the Tellico isn’t intended to be towed around a lot, and since it has a width of 12 feet, it will need a permit to be allowed transportation on a US Road.

Designer: Wind River Tiny Homes

The Tellico is finished in engineered wood siding and can be entered via a 10-foot-long porch. The interior of the home measures almost 400 square feet, of which a major portion is occupied by an open-plan living room. The living room takes up a lot of space in the home, with a sofa and small coffee table placed near the door. A mini-split air-conditioning unit has been placed atop the door and works in tandem with a ceiling fan to maintain a pleasant and comfy temperature in the house.

As you walk deeper into the home, you are greeted by a kitchen that contains a fridge/freezer, cooktop, built-in dishwasher, oven with a hood vent, space for a microwave, as well as some cabinetry. There is also a coffee nook, as well as a separate washer and dryer. A compact hallway connects the kitchen to the bathroom, which is equipped with a shower, flushing toilet, vanity sink, as well as some storage space. The home features two bedrooms, with the main bedroom located downstairs, near the bathroom. This room is spacious with plenty of headroom, allowing residents to walk upright. The room accommodates a double bed, wardrobes, and integrated storage space.

The hallway is followed by a staircase that leads you to the secondary loft room. The second bedroom has a double bed, but a low ceiling, although the firm claims that the ceiling is higher than most other models, so the room should be more comfortable compared to most tiny homes.

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Baluchon Fits An Entire Tiny Home On One Level To Save Space

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Dubbed the Eucalyptus, this thoughtfully designed tiny home is one of Baluchon’s latest tiny homes. It is based on a double-axle trailer and features a length of 22 feet, which is almost 3.2 feet longer than Baluchon’s typical models. Most tiny homes today feature storage-integrated staircases and loft-style bedrooms with low ceilings, Baluchon has instead designed a home with everything tucked away into one level, which makes everything accessible, but also means that everything had to be snugly fit together.

Designer: Baluchon

Since the Eucalyptus does not have a loft-style bedroom, this allows the home to have some extra length in comparison to most of Baluchon’s models. But it is still not considered extremely long. The compact little home is clad in red cedar, and has a spruce frame, with insulation made from linen, hemp, and recycled cotton. As you enter the home via double glass doors, you are welcomed into the kitchen, which forms a major section of the center of the home. The kitchen includes an oven, a propane-powered two-burner stove, a small fridge, a sink, and custom cabinetry. A dining table is also located close to the kitchen, and it can be moved aside to free up floor space when needed.

The bathroom is placed next to the kitchen, and you can enter it via a sliding wooden door. The bathroom contains a shower, toilet, and storage units to hold clothing. It also features a large operable window, allowing fresh air into the space. The other side of the house holds the living room, which accommodates shelving, an electric radiator, and a sofa bed, allowing the space to also double up as a bedroom. The living room is also adorned with blackout blinds, which offer privacy.

The Eucalyptus was built for an owner in Normandy, Northern France, and it was designed to function as his main home. We’re unaware of the tiny home’s exact pricing, however, Baluchon homes usually start around US$84,000, so you could take that as a ballpark figure.

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Tiny home concept will have you living in a futuristic capsule house

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There are no signs that our population will stop growing any time soon, and the amount of livable space continues to shrink. We need more space-efficient residences that aren’t just towering skyscrapers, which is part of the appeal of tiny home trends. The majority of the designs for these petite residences seem to be made from wood or repurposed trailers and aluminum vans, mostly because these are the easiest foundations to work with. In the future, however, we don’t have to be restricted to these materials and plain rectangular shapes, like this compact capsule that definitely looks the part of a futuristic residence both from the outside and especially inside.

Designer: Antoniel Felainne

A capsule is admittedly not the most efficient shape if you’re considering either stacking houses on top of each other or joining them from end to end in a grid. But while space considerations are definitely important in an ever-shrinking planet, it is equally or perhaps even more important to consider the human factors. After all, humans will be living inside that space and they need to feel comfortable, safe, and, well, at home.

The ONCO Capsule House concept tries to deliver all those while also paying close attention to aesthetics. They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but it’s hard to deny that the capsule’s shape is interesting and pleasing thanks to the absence of sharp edges and corners. The white exterior of the capsule gives it a clean appearance, though it will probably be difficult to maintain as time goes by, and this motif extends inside the capsule.

The interior of the capsule looks like a sci-fi movie set, with plenty of strip lights lining the walls and door frames as well as screens and panels everywhere you turn. Of course, other interior designs can also be used, though the capsule seems to lend itself perfectly to minimalist furniture with lighter color schemes. Although a capsule will technically have less space inside than a straightforward box shape, the circular interior actually gives the illusion of having more.

The design concept also includes provisions for having parts of the capsule actually transparent, like having floor-to-ceiling windows built directly into the design. Ideally, these would be tint-controllable windows so you can maintain your privacy when you need to but also enjoy the view when you want to. Constructing such a capsule house won’t be easy or cheap, but in a future where tiny homes are the norm, this could very well become a standard design anyway.

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The Nomad 30 Tiny House Is The Perfect Little Home On Wheels To Support An Off-Grid Adventurous Lifestyle

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Minimaliste originally designed Nomad – an all-weather tiny home with a small and easy-to-tow package. And recently they unveiled a newer version – the Nomad 30. The Nomad 30 is an upgraded tiny home with a newly improved interior layout and an adventure-ready off-grid design. This tiny home is perfect for those who want to adopt an off-grid lifestyle and have an adventurous life on the road.

Designer: Minimaliste

As its name quite aptly signifies, the Nomad 30 has a length of 30 feet. It is founded on a double-axle trailer that is adjustable, hence the wheels can easily be moved forward or backward on the trailer, allowing the weight to be balanced effectively, making the home quite easy to tow. The tiny home has a sleek yet warm appeal to it, and it is finished in steel sheets and faux wood steel, which is intended to be low maintenance.

You can access the cozy home via a folding deck, and steps at its rear which can be operated with a winch and a remote control. A double glass door leads you from the living room to the outside. The living room in the Nomad 30 is more spacious as compared to previous Nomad models, and it contains a lot of storage space, as well as a sofa bed and a wall-mounted TV. The space also includes a mini-split-air-conditioning system and a heat recovery air exchanging system.

Adjacent to the living room is a kitchen, and it accommodates a dining area that can seat up to four people. The dining area also includes integrated storage space. The kitchen is amped with a propane-powered oven, a four-burner stove, a washer/dryer, a double sink, and a fridge/freezer. The cabinetry also locks up to facilitate safer travel, and a folding extending countertop is also included. The tiny home has a bathroom as well, lined with a composting toilet, a small bathtub and shower, and a sink.

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The Boho Duplex Is Two Tiny Homes Merged Into One, Offering A Corridor-Style Home

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The Boho Duplex is truly a one-of-a-kind tiny home, as it is actually two homes combined in one. You tend to see a lot of innovative tiny homes on the market, some that extend upwards, while some extend downwards, but Boho is the first of its kind, which combines two houses into one. It is designed by Escape and includes two separate dwellings combined in one shell, complete with separate front doors, and self-contained interiors.

Designer: Escape

Boho Duplex consists of two Vista Boho models that have been harmoniously merged together, end to end. The home is finished in cedar and has a length of 42 feet. This is quite long for a tiny home, although it is not the largest home we’ve come across. When you enter the first home, you are welcomed by a multipurpose living space. A majority of this room is occupied by a bed, integrated storage, and a wall-mounted TV. The space also includes a small sofa and a kitchen area. The kitchen area holds an induction cooktop, fridge/freezer, sink, cabinetry, and washer/dryer, as well as a drop-down desk area to work and dine in. It also includes a well-designed bathroom with a shower, a flushing toilet, and a small sink.

The other section of the tiny home can be accessed via its door. Unfortunately, there is no interior connecting door, which does seem a bit inconvenient. The layout is mirrored, perfectly reflecting the other tiny home, featuring the same multipurpose room with a bed, seating, kitchen, and a bathroom nearby. The Boho Duplex’s layout and design are truly unique and could lead to a whole new genre of tiny homes being created.

Currently, there is no information on the Boho Duplex’s overall price, but information can be gathered by contacting Escape directly.  It seems like an unconventional, yet exciting option for those who want to hop onto the tiny home bandwagon, but are tired of the typical over-saturated designs on the market. The Boho Duplex could be a refreshing change, one that doesn’t sacrifice functionality, utility, and practicality.

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Spacious Tiny Home With A Dedicated Barbecue Area Is A Perfect Fit For Big Families

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Canada’s Acorn Tiny Homes recently launched an innovative tiny home design that is expanding the concept of small living. Dubbed the True North Retreat, this thoughtfully designed home can squeeze up to seven people and will feature all the amenities and comfort you can expect from a tiny home. But it does have one exciting addition – a barbecue area that can be accessed from the outside.

Designer: Acorn Tiny Homes

Based on a quadruple-axle trailer, and measuring 38ft in length, the True North Retreat has an increased width of 10.6 ft, which means it will need a permit to be towed on a public road. The tiny home is finished in faux stone and metal siding, and roofing, with interesting green wall sections. The dedicated BBQ station can be accessed from the outside through a section of operable facade, and this will accommodate the gas barbecue itself, as well as a sink, fridge, and cabinetry.

You can enter the home through a standard door or glazed sliding doors. The interiors measure 546 square feet, and it houses a living room at the center, equipped with a sofa, mini-split air-conditioning system, and a coffee table. The living room seems quite spacious and comfortable, owing to the extra width. It will also feature generous glazing which allows natural light to stream in throughout the day. The kitchen is located adjacent to the living room. It has an interesting U-shape and will accommodate a quartz countertop, a fridge/freezer, an oven, a sink, a breakfast bar, and custom cabinetry.

The bathroom is located on the other side of the living room, and it includes a toilet, sink, shower, washer, and dryer. The master bedroom is situated in the raised section of the trailer and can be accessed via stairs. It has plenty of headroom to stand straight, which isn’t commonly seen in tiny homes. It also includes a double bed with integrated storage space, glazing, and wardrobe space. The home also includes two secondary bedrooms, although they are the typical loft-like spaces with low ceilings you see in traditional tiny homes. The bedrooms can be equipped with double beds or can be utilized for storage.

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This Tiny Home Is Tinier Than Most Tiny Homes & Inspired By Japanese Space-Saving Styling

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French firm Baluchon is known for its elegant, well-designed, and functional tiny homes that look super adorable on the outside while managing to be ingenious and efficient on the inside. And their latest model dubbed Bonzai is no exception! In a world where tiny homes are reigning supreme, the Bonzai is a smartly designed and lovely-looking little entrant. And trust me, this tiny home is quite little, even by tiny home standards. Measuring only 4.5 meters, the Bonzai tiny home is equipped with Japanese-inspired styling both internally and externally. Its compact and diminutive size also signifies that it is quite portable, and a space-saving structure.

Designer: Baluchon

Based on a double-axle trailer, the Bonzai tiny home is finished in a warm red cedar, accentuated by an aluminum roof, and spruce inside. The insulation for the home is a mixture of linen, hemp, and cotton, and there’s also a handy ladder attached to the exterior to offer quick access to the compact-sized rooftop deck. If you’re still unable to grasp the tininess of Bonzai, then you may like to know that it is half the length of a conventional North American tiny house, for example, the Raven – check it out for some perspective!

The entry point of the home is into the bathroom which is quite simple and amped with basic amenities such as a toilet and a shower. Adjacent to the bathroom is the kitchen, which is also quite compact, and equipped with a sink, a two-burner stove unit, and a fridge. Although, it is commendable that the kitchen has more storage space than anticipated for a small kitchen such as this. It also contains a pantry drawer and a pull-out table. The tiny home includes only one other room which can be entered via a shoji-style sliding door, and this room functions as a multipurpose living room and includes a generous amount of storage such as underfloor drawers and overhead lockers.

The room also includes a drop-down dining table, a wood-burning stove, and some shelving. A unique feature of the home is a home cinema setup with a soundbar, projector, and pull-down screen that makes a great space for some cozy movie nights. Sadly, there is no bedroom in the Bonzai, and nor does it accommodate a bed. This can be quite inconvenient. However, the owner rolls out a futon on the floor when he’s ready for bed.