Check out this compact mini home in Hoganas, Sweden. The mini house design by Nordic architecture firm Dinell Johansson measures just 57m2, made to maximize an efficient size and budget. The summer vacation house has a cross-shaped footprint that offers different views in every direction and creates nooks in its outdoor areas. The open concept main floor features a living room, kitchen and a fireplace feature that is the focal point of the space. Large sliding-glass doors overlook the outdoors ... Continue >
This small space living home really packs a big punch in its tiny 313 sq. ft. site. Japanese architecture firm Mizuishi Architect Atelier created this narrow lot house design with a wide open mind to creative architecture concepts. And what it lacks in square footage, this compact house makes up for in creativity! Deceiving from the small exterior, interiors are spacious, bright and open. The kitchen and dining area features high ceilings reaching up to the roof and overlooked by ... Continue >
Check out this modern modular architecture that lets your imagination define it. You know what they say about people who live in glass houses… they are darn lucky! At least, when they have a sweet place like this modular home by Helsinki-based interior designer Linda Bergroth, of Hel Yes! Nordic architecture never fails to surprise. This glass wall house comes in four different modules, each inspired by a greenhouse. Arrange them alone or in groups to suit your style and ... Continue >
This rooftop deck house design in Michigan City was created by John DeSalvo as a weekend retreat for a couple looking to escape busy Chicago life. Measuring 1,200 sq. ft. across three levels, what this compact house lacks in square footage it more than makes up for with its cool factor - the rooftop deck. The owners wanted a modern and eco-sustainable home, and thus the Church-Jett Residence is an urban retreat of outdoor entertaining areas, contemporary aesthetics and clean ... Continue >
If you seek small smart homes, this Tokyo area design does not disappoint! The innovative architects at IDEA Office are the brains behind Y-House – striking Japanese architecture that maximizes every inch of its urban house plan. This small Japanese home was designed with a trio of objectives: a connection to the outdoors without sacrificing privacy; outdoors that would enhance the feeling of space indoors; and solar access in every room. With some careful considerations in design, the three storey ... Continue >
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