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More small and beautiful spaces being built close to home!

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Vancouver, Canada is expected to formally announce the million-dollar creation of 30 so-called “micro-lofts” on the Downtown East side. This is one of many developments around the world, including the Cyan/PDX, that has drawn inspiration from European and Asian design.

At approximately 270 sq. ft. — about the size of two municipal parking spaces — the market rental units will be the smallest in the city.

 

Beautiful design in small efficient spaces is the future of downtown living and is available here in PDX at the Cyan.

Learn more about the Vancouver “Micro Lofts” at http://www.vancouversun.com/travel/city+small+condos+Micro+lofts+come+Vancouver/2474576/story.html

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Tumbleweed Tiny Houses

Wednesday, January 14th, 2009

Tumbleweed Tiny Houses are beautifully designed and highly functional thanks to some clever designing. Below are just a few pics  of the cute houses they build.

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The company was founded by Jay Shafer, who built a tiny house for himself in 1997. A lot of people expressed interest in it, so he began designing and building them for others who want to live a simpler life.

He says, “My decision to inhabit just 96 square feet arose from some concerns I had about the impact a larger house would have on the environment, and because I do not want to maintain a lot of unused or unusable space. My houses have met all of my domestic needs without demanding much in return. The simple, slower lifestyle my homes have afforded is a luxury for which I am continually grateful.”

I found this via Living Small: Tumbleweed Tiny Houses « Hooked on Houses. Check that link out if you’d like to see more pictures.

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