It's called “The Beach," and it’s an incredible mix of contemporary luxury with traditional simplicity. It feels like a natural abode from the beginning of time, and at the time, it's delightfully modern. Plus, the outstanding covered deck is much more than an extension, it's part of this totally unique home.
If you're looking for a design that's out of the box, Raglan Tiny Homes is the right place. This New Zealand-based builder brings to life some of the most amazing homes on wheels, which skillfully blend the art of simplicity with understated luxury.
The Beach is a beautiful single-level tiny home with one bedroom. What makes it special is the unusual covered deck that houses the kitchen and the bathroom. It's a wonderful indoor/outdoor space that ensures contemporary comfort levels while also enhancing a deep connection with nature. This home is as unique as it looks from the outside. It's a true sanctuary that opens up to the world while also indulging its dwellers.
The unusual structure contains a classic living area that's six meters long (19.6 feet) and 2.5 meters wide (8.2 feet) and an even larger deck (six meters long and 2.9 meters/9.5 feet) wide. The living area boasts an open-plan configuration with no formal separation between the bedroom and the living room. The kitchen and the bathroom are both located on the deck, which makes this tiny home so unusual.
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The living area is minimalistic but not in a rustic way. On the contrary, it feels luxurious due to the contemporary touches like the floating bed, the LED-lit headboard, and the custom sofa. This modern bed is a stylish space-saving option that makes the room seem bigger. There's also discrete storage available next to the bed, to the sides, and under the stylish sofa. Extra-wide glass sliding doors bathe the entire area in natural light and also ensure privacy for this relaxation cocoon.
Outside, the ultra-spacious covered deck is a separate oasis. You have a spacious area for lounging and dining in the open air, just as you would on a typical deck. Next to that area, an outdoor kitchen reveals a perfectly modern setup: elegant wooden countertops, a gas cooker, a small fridge tucked under the counter, and a large separate sink. The L-shaped countertop also doubles as a convenient breakfast bar with matching bar stools.
Behind a discrete sliding barn door, the covered deck hides an atypical bathroom. It's fully equipped with a shower, a vanity, and an eco-friendly composting toilet. This a fully private bathroom, but there's more. The Beach also comes with an outdoor shower under the gable, plus a surprise feature – a hidden bathtub that lifts up from the deck. What better way to relax and enjoy the outdoors?
This Raglan tiny home is crafted from the best natural materials with high-quality finishes. The traditional Douglas fir cladding is combined with a beautiful gable roof for a sophisticated appearance. The cozy bedroom boasts an elegant Abodo timber ceiling, and the outdoor deck is made with Fijian mahogany. Only local natural paint and natural oil were used for the interior.
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A contemporary take on a timeless beach oasis also means ensuring the perfect ambiance year-round. Despite its minimalistic look, this house is perfectly equipped for luxurious living standards. First, it's fully insulated and fitted with high-quality double glazing that maximizes efficiency. Second, it can be upgraded with a Diesel heater and a rustic-style wood burner.
The covered deck is fitted with an elegant roller door that helps create a perfectly comfortable indoor/outdoor space. It allows the owners to enjoy the kitchen and the lounging area day and night in any kind of weather. They're protected from the elements and also get to enjoy the view and the outdoors fully. By opening the sliding entry doors, the bedroom area becomes one with this special deck, turning the entire house into a sanctuary in the middle of nature.
To take things even further, the Raglan Tiny Homes team offers customers additional upgrades for both comfort and functionality. For instance, The Beach tiny home can be equipped with a full off-grid solar kit that will make it entirely self-sufficient and truly sustainable.
Plus, owners can choose to add the brand's separate studio – a ten square meters (107.6 square feet) abode with large windows and French doors. It's perfectly lit and powered so that it can be used as a convenient home office, creative studio, or anything else.
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Pricing for The Beach tiny house without any upgrades starts at NZ $155,000 ($93,300). The only bad news is that only folks in New Zealand can enjoy it. Raglan Tiny Homes delivers its custom creations all across New Zealand. For the rest of us, The Beach is a gorgeous, inspirational design, which proves that contemporary luxury and sustainable simplicity can coexist in the most harmonious way.
Otilia believes that if it’s eco, green, or groundbreaking, people should know about it (especially if it's got wheels or wings). Working in online media for over five years, she's gained a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other. Full profile
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