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The Japanese Forest house began with a hasty purchase. A community’s fanatical abhorrence for fabricated development ties and a half later, the Japanese Forest House was ready for residence.
The structure sits on the edge of a permaculture ranch in the main part of the seaside Oregon woods. The Nehalem River moves through the property. It’s less than a two-hour drive east to Portland, or a 15-minute drive west to the Pacific Ocean
The A-frame house was raised by boatbuilder, Brian Shulz, who is guided by a solid “live neighborhood” ethos and an interest in the “structural trustworthiness” of the Japanese plan. With regards to the last mentioned, carpentry slip-ups and irregularities (from the repurposing of materials) were left obvious in the entirety of their defective magnificence.
Likewise, with barely any special cases, the post and pillar development was consistent with the legacy of unadulterated wood joinery. The main fabricated joiners (for example slack jolts, Simpson ties, and so on) were utilized when reasonableness and alert superseded purism. Considering the seaward breezes that yell up the waterway valley, Shulz says, “Optimism is acceptable, however so is the presence of mind.”
For some, a home is simply a place to rest their head at night. But for others, a home is a reflection of their personal style and interests. This was certainly the case for Jeff Schulz, who decided to build his own tiny home after rescuing a brass sink from the local dump. “I’m not kidding, that’s actually how it got started!” Schulz told Gizmag. “I like small spaces with open floor plans, they’re cozy, less expensive, easier to build, easier to clean and they encourage you not to accumulate a bunch of stuff you don’t really need.” And so, with his newly- acquired sink as inspiration, Schulz set out to build himself the tiny home of his dreams.
Japanese Forest houses have long been admired for their simple elegance and serene aesthetic. So when Schulz set out to build his own Japanese-inspired home, he knew that he wanted to use only salvaged materials. By using reclaimed wood, recycled cotton insulation, second-hand windows, earth plaster walls, and milk paint, Schulz was able to create a unique home with hand-crafted features and raw finishings. The result is a quaint and charming home that feels like a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The upstairs quarters feature a low queen-size bed made from natural latex foam, a dresser, a bookshelf, two simple tables, and Japanese-style lanterns which Schulz built using some scrap incense cedar and hand-made paper. Furthermore, a composting toilet is located a stone’s throw away from the house, in an outdoor wooden cubicle. The setting is truly idyllic, and visitors are sure to appreciate the serenity of the forest House.
When Schulz first started planning his home, he had a clear vision of what he wanted it to look and feel like. “I wanted it to be a place where I could come and relax, away from the city,” he explains. “I also wanted to use as many recycled and sustainable materials as possible.” After months of planning and sourcing materials, Schulz finally had everything he needed to start building.
The first step was to clear a space in the forest for his home. “I wanted to build it in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by nature,” he says. “So I found a spot that was remote but still had access to utilities.” Once he had the perfect location, Schulz began construction by hand, using only simple tools.
“Building my own home was a huge learning curve,” he admits. “But it was also incredibly rewarding.” The finished product is a beautiful and unique home that perfectly reflects Schulz’s vision. “It’s exactly what I wanted,” he says. “A place to relax and escape from the world.”
A small cozy cabin made almost exclusively from salvaged materials with traditional Japanese design influences in Nehalem, Oregon. More info. here.
If you’re planning to create your own Japanese-inspired tiny house then see our tips below
How to find the right location for your Japanese Forest House
When looking for the perfect location to build your Japanese Forest House, be sure to consider the following:
- Is the site remote, and does it have access to utilities?
- Is the site in a quiet, peaceful location surrounded by nature?
- Can you build on the site without having to obtain permits or permissions?
If you can answer yes to all of these questions, then you’ve found the perfect spot for your Japanese Forest House!
Tips for building your own Japanese Forest House
If you’re planning on building your own Japanese Forest House, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First and foremost, it’s important to use only sustainable and recycled materials. Not only is this good for the environment, but it will also give your home a unique and hand-crafted feel.
Another tip is to build your home in a remote location. This will help you to truly escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the tranquility of nature. Finally, be sure to obtain any necessary permits or permissions before starting construction.
With these tips in mind, you’re well on your way to building your very own Japanese Forest House!
This has to be my favorate tiny house so far!
This is beautiful!
No Kitchen or bathroom???
The kitchen is right inside the front door. I expect there may be what we would call an outhouse for sanitary facilities.
From the Airbnb advertisemnet: “We have a composting toilet available for use with the Japanese Forest House. It is located a few steps away from the front door within the forest. As of now there is no shower or hot water available. There is a wood stove for heating and the renewable energy powered kitchen is equipped with an electric tea pot and hot plate and cooking utensils. “
@Beth – There is a kitchen. The l-shaped shelf in the fourth photo shows a sink, with faucets. There are pots above the wood stove, so I suspect that is used for cooking. I didn’t spot any sort of refrigeration, but one of the baskets below the l-shaped shelf appears to contain a very small cooler. What more could anyone ask?
This is a beautiful house, no doubt about it. I feel calm and relaxed just looking at the photos, and I don’t even live there.
ya but it is cool
Click on More info here. It says, “We have a composting toilet available for use with the Japanese Forest House. It is located a few steps away from the front door within the forest. As of now there is no shower or hot water available. There is a wood stove for heating and the renewable energy powered kitchen is equipped with an electric tea pot and hot plate and cooking utensils. “
This. . .THIS is exactly what I have been dreaming of since deciding I want to retire to a “manageable” home. All it needs is a basement so I can stay cool in the summer and store my canned veggies and, as Beth noted, a small kitchen off the back.
Beautiful. I like the simplicity of the house. Would be nice if it had a bathroom though.
If you look closely there is a very simple kitchen. What I’m curious about is how to keep things cool?
This is what it’s all about folks! Five star!!!
I’ve looked this over many times and its just as beautiful as the first. This has to be as close to my ideal home as someone else can get. The materials, execution and setting are simply amazing.
What’s the square footage on this sexy setup?
Such a beautiful lifestyle this home would inspire. Kudos!
How can I buy it?!
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