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Seven beautiful and functional tiny home ideas

Be inspired by these cleverly designed Aotearoa tiny homes

By HOME Magazine (HOME Magazine Author)

Last updated: 8 April 2024 | 4 min read

1. A Tiny Timber Home: Skylark Cabin by Barry Connor Design

Skylark Cabin by Barry Connor Design. Image: David Radermacher

2. Borrowed Nature: The Chemis Cabin by DCA Architects

3. Go Vertical: The Karaka Tower by Arête Architects

The Karaka Tower by Arête Architects. Image: Thomas Seear-Budd

The Karaka Tower by Arête Architects. Image: Thomas Seear-Budd

4. Mt Vogel by Inline Design & Build

5. High Pitched: Back Country House by LTD Architectural Design Studio

Back Country House by LTD Architectural Design Studio. Image: Jo Smith

Back Country House by LTD Architectural Design Studio. Image: Jo Smith

6. A Tiny Visitors’ Retreat: Dalefield Guest House by Team Green Architects

7. Tiny Luxury: Pipinui Point by Nook Homes

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