Contemporary Tiny House Ideas and Designs

Alley Cat
Alley Cat
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
The Alley Cat ADU serves two young professionals who live there during the warm months while renting out their primary residence. In the winter, they rent out both their primary residence and their ADU while they live abroad. The clients’ love for plants guided much of the design, including the large Catalpa tree in their yard. The ADU takes advantage of the extensive tree canopy by tucking the deck, which also serves as the 2nd level entry, underneath the branches. We paid special attention to the exterior form so that the Catalpa tree appears to envelop the ADU. Gardening is also important to the homeowners, so the ADU was carefully located on the site to maintain as much backyard space as possible. Numerous windows and skylights create a sunlit space for the homeowners’ numerous house plants. The plants, natural light, and compact size create a cozy space full of nooks to relax in. The kitchen, although compact, has a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and stove top. A creative touch is the picture-framed kitchen window, which is a continuation of the butcher block counter. To maximize the efficiency of the small space, their cat’s litterbox is cleverly tucked away into a cabinet with a cat-sized hole.
The Ohana Model ATU - Built By: Paradise Tiny Homes
The Ohana Model ATU - Built By: Paradise Tiny Homes
Paradise Tiny Homes LLCParadise Tiny Homes LLC
This Ohana model ATU tiny home is contemporary and sleek, cladded in cedar and metal. The slanted roof and clean straight lines keep this 8x28' tiny home on wheels looking sharp in any location, even enveloped in jungle. Cedar wood siding and metal are the perfect protectant to the elements, which is great because this Ohana model in rainy Pune, Hawaii and also right on the ocean. A natural mix of wood tones with dark greens and metals keep the theme grounded with an earthiness. Theres a sliding glass door and also another glass entry door across from it, opening up the center of this otherwise long and narrow runway. The living space is fully equipped with entertainment and comfortable seating with plenty of storage built into the seating. The window nook/ bump-out is also wall-mounted ladder access to the second loft. The stairs up to the main sleeping loft double as a bookshelf and seamlessly integrate into the very custom kitchen cabinets that house appliances, pull-out pantry, closet space, and drawers (including toe-kick drawers). A granite countertop slab extends thicker than usual down the front edge and also up the wall and seamlessly cases the windowsill. The bathroom is clean and polished but not without color! A floating vanity and a floating toilet keep the floor feeling open and created a very easy space to clean! The shower had a glass partition with one side left open- a walk-in shower in a tiny home. The floor is tiled in slate and there are engineered hardwood flooring throughout.
Paddington Butterfly House
Paddington Butterfly House
Michelle Walker architectsMichelle Walker architects
courtyard, indoor outdoor living, polished concrete, open plan kitchen, dining, living Rowan Turner Photography
Additional Dwelling Unit at DC Alley
Additional Dwelling Unit at DC Alley
Ileana Schinder, PLLCIleana Schinder, PLLC
Conversion of a 1 car garage into an studio Additional Dwelling Unit
SaltBox Tiny House
SaltBox Tiny House
Extraordinary StructuresExtraordinary Structures
The kitchen window herb box is one of a number of easily attached accessories. The exterior water spigot delivers both hot and cold water from the unit's on-demand water heater. Photo by Kate Russell
Monterey County Accessory Dwelling Units ADUs
Monterey County Accessory Dwelling Units ADUs
TEKTON CA, LLCTEKTON CA, LLC
Classic style meets master craftsmanship in every Tekton CA custom Accessory Dwelling Unit - ADU - new home build or renovation. This home represents the style and craftsmanship you can expect from our expert team. Our founders have over 100 years of combined experience bringing dreams to life!
Exterior
Exterior
spacehousespacehouse
Exterior of 400 SF ADU. This project boasts a large vaulted living area in a one bed / one bath design. ADUs can be rented out for additional income, which can help homeowners offset the cost of their mortgage or other expenses. ADUs can provide extra living space for family members, guests, or renters. ADUs can increase the value of a home, making it a wise investment. Spacehouse ADUs are designed to make the most of every square foot, so you can enjoy all the comforts of home in a smaller space.
Rosecrans Ave
Rosecrans Ave
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
The backyard with an all-glass office/ADU (accessory dwelling unit).
Vina's Tiny House
Vina's Tiny House
Sol Haus DesignSol Haus Design
Exterior deck doubles the living space for my teeny tiny house! All the wood for the deck is reclaimed from fallen trees and siding from an old house. The french doors and kitchen window is also reclaimed. Photo: Chibi Moku
Additional Dwelling Unit at Ingraham St
Additional Dwelling Unit at Ingraham St
Ileana Schinder, PLLCIleana Schinder, PLLC
Boat garage converted into a 2-story additional dwelling unit with covered parking.
The Little Barn
The Little Barn
Home & MakerHome & Maker
Having just relocated to Cornwall, our homeowners Jo and Richard were eager to make the most of their beautiful, countryside surroundings. With a previously derelict outhouse on their property, they decided to transform this into a welcoming guest annex. Featuring natural materials and plenty of light, this barn conversion is complete with a patio from which to enjoy those stunning Cornish views.

Contemporary Tiny House Ideas and Designs

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