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Want to build a small, efficient home designed by an architect, but that’s simply not in your budget? Perhaps you simply enjoy spending your money wisely. Enter the Small House. The Small House was designed by two architects who actually LIVE in Small House so they know the ins, outs, and all the nuances!
The perks of living small are vast, from financial freedom to ease of maintenance. If you’ve been looking to down-size, or build an affordable home for yourself, look no further. We have the answer.
scroll and explore what Small house has to offer!
original
$850
The one that started it all.
Featuring two separate, super-efficient pods- one for living and one for sleeping- this 480 square foot (conditioned space) design offers a central, open air deck for relaxing and entertaining. The living pod contains a living room, kitchen, dining area and laundry. The sleeping pod contains two bedrooms (or one bedroom and an office/workout room/studio) and a bath.
The materials for the Small House are simple and mostly off the shelf. Corrugated metal on the exterior is easy to maintain and install, while the interior has durable painted wood floors and clever built-ins.
dogtrot
$950
Small House, with a covered deck.
Love The Original 480 square foot plan but prefer a covered deck? This is the option for you! “The Dogtrot” is a traditional architectural style primarily found in the southern US, especially in regions with hot and humid climates. It is characterized by a central open breezeway that divides the house into two separate living areas, typically under a single roof.
Fun Fact: The term dogtrot is said to come from the fact that dogs would often trot through the open breezeway of these houses, enjoying the cool breeze as they moved from one side the other!
micro
$750
The Small House, but make it tiny.
Love the Small House aesthetic but are more inclined to tiny house living? Here’s your answer: 240 square feet of perfection.
This single pod features a compact living, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom/living room all in one.
Ideal as a tiny house, a backyard ADU, a short term rental (hello, side hustle), or even a retail space (think coffee shop, indie bookstore, or curated clothing store).
AN American Institute of Architects Award-Winning home.
envision your
freedom.
With a smaller upfront cost, smaller upkeep costs and smaller bills due to its efficient use of space and materials, Small House gives you more money to put toward your passions, adventures, and personal growth. Visualize the unrestrained possibilities that come with increased savings and obtaining the wonderful financial breathing room that you deserve. Unlike the typical US-sized home, if you decide to pick up and move across the country, Small House is sized to be able to move with you. Now, what’s more freedom than that?
Imagine a home that helps relieve your financial burdens.
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the typical US family spends approximately $22,624 on housing in only one year.*
Live in a home that makes you happy and helps you save that money and put it toward the good things in life.
embrace your
moments.
Our most valuable resource is time, so treasure it.
Rather than wasting a never-ending amount of time maintaining an over-sized house, consider living in an appropriately sized home that requires less maintenance. Less house maintenance translates to more time for your personal passions. Empower yourself by redirecting your time and energy toward hobbies, experiences, and growing connections with loved ones. Small House is designed with strengthening bonds in mind. Visualize all the people that bring you the most joy gathering together on the Small House deck. Perhaps, throw in a generous portion of your favorite shareable beverages and together, enjoy the fresh air and the making of wonderful memories.
Small House is a home designed to let you do more of the important stuff so you can live the authentic and harmonious life you desire.
enhance your
lifestyle.
With Small House, you’re not downsizing, you’re upgrading.
Imagine a lifestyle with less chaos and less stress. Where every space has purpose, designed for comfort and functionality. Many people find after purchasing a typical tiny house that it is simply too small for the lifestyle they would like to live. Others purchase an oversized house that requires overspending of time and money. Neither too large nor too small is desirable. Small House strives to strike an ideal balance between these house sizes, providing spacious coziness without wasteful excess. Small House encourages intentional living and reduced materialism, allowing you to focus on meaningful possessions, fostering creativity and gaining a sense of freedom that you deserve. With Small House, you can be proud of your sustainable footprint – as it touches the ground lightly, uses less material, and requires less energy than the average home. That sounds like a life worth living.
Simplify your life, so you have more time for … life.