I like this home but I don’t understand why there are platforms taking up space on the floor?
Wheels wells from trailer are underneath those raised ?boxes?
Cool variation on standard floorpans, with the kitchen and bath being non-contiguous. Nice work, and good use of space. But what about an oven/stove? It appears there would be space enough in the open shelving for a 24″ -type unit.
Anette, I think they can be used for storage and/or exra sleeping space for guests.A foam rubber mattress on the top and some bedding and you’re set to go !
The platforms aren’t “taking up space”, they are masking the wheel wells and if I am not mistaken, there is a trundle bed or some kind of large storage drawer under the kitchen. VERY cool design.
Never knew there was a proper name for such a bed.
Yes, the platform closest to the outside door acts partly to cover the wheel well, but IMO, I think it’s main purpose is to provide storage (I believe i can spot a few hinges, other than the ones in to floor of the kitchen), act as a step into the kitchen, and provide a sense of separation between the entrance and living area. The wheel well on the other side only looks to jet out a few inches. The storage part is likely very important, as i don’t see a whole lot of it otherwise. Maybe a closet of some sort? Which would be pretty cool…
I like the design. One note … they put the air conditioner high up in the loft, which is a good, since the AC is a small heat pump, and it works most efficiently when it has access to the most heat, which is the highest place in the house’s volume. Properly locating an AC like this can save a surprising amount of power and allow for a smaller unit which takes up less space. Good job in so many ways with this design.
Nice! Great to see another one of these in Abq. Good call on the SIPs. I really think they’re the only way to go
So, now there is 2 of us in ABQ? Huh, I hope to see more!
Lots of good ideas here.
The idea is sound, but I wouldn’t want the AC blowing over me while in bed. I like the house, though…very nice. I’m not sure about the 3 level deck. I could get used to it in a pinch. 🙂
“I wouldn’t want the AC blowing over me while in bed.”
Yes, that is a good way to get pneumonia.
The exterior is soooo pretty and nicely done! The inside is cute too. I am torn on the trundle. It a great way to deal with a bed. Its just I personally dont like moving or transforming stuff I use every single day, even though most tiny houses are just about that.
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I like this home but I don’t understand why there are platforms taking up space on the floor?
Wheels wells from trailer are underneath those raised ?boxes?
Cool variation on standard floorpans, with the kitchen and bath being non-contiguous. Nice work, and good use of space. But what about an oven/stove? It appears there would be space enough in the open shelving for a 24″ -type unit.
Anette, I think they can be used for storage and/or exra sleeping space for guests.A foam rubber mattress on the top and some bedding and you’re set to go !
The platforms aren’t “taking up space”, they are masking the wheel wells and if I am not mistaken, there is a trundle bed or some kind of large storage drawer under the kitchen. VERY cool design.
Never knew there was a proper name for such a bed.
Yes, the platform closest to the outside door acts partly to cover the wheel well, but IMO, I think it’s main purpose is to provide storage (I believe i can spot a few hinges, other than the ones in to floor of the kitchen), act as a step into the kitchen, and provide a sense of separation between the entrance and living area. The wheel well on the other side only looks to jet out a few inches. The storage part is likely very important, as i don’t see a whole lot of it otherwise. Maybe a closet of some sort? Which would be pretty cool…
I like the design. One note … they put the air conditioner high up in the loft, which is a good, since the AC is a small heat pump, and it works most efficiently when it has access to the most heat, which is the highest place in the house’s volume. Properly locating an AC like this can save a surprising amount of power and allow for a smaller unit which takes up less space. Good job in so many ways with this design.
Nice! Great to see another one of these in Abq. Good call on the SIPs. I really think they’re the only way to go
So, now there is 2 of us in ABQ? Huh, I hope to see more!
Lots of good ideas here.
The idea is sound, but I wouldn’t want the AC blowing over me while in bed. I like the house, though…very nice. I’m not sure about the 3 level deck. I could get used to it in a pinch. 🙂
“I wouldn’t want the AC blowing over me while in bed.”
Yes, that is a good way to get pneumonia.
The exterior is soooo pretty and nicely done! The inside is cute too. I am torn on the trundle. It a great way to deal with a bed. Its just I personally dont like moving or transforming stuff I use every single day, even though most tiny houses are just about that.