The Samuel: A Spacious Tiny Home by Craft House
Most tiny houses require trade-offs, prioritizing compact living over space. Craft House, a modular builder active in Poland, Austria, and Ireland, challenges this notion with the Samuel. Designed as a non-towable module house, the Samuel focuses on providing spacious living rather than mobility.
Dimensions and Design
The Samuel measures 10 meters (32 feet) in length and 3.2 meters (10.6 feet) in width, which is notably larger than the average European tiny home. This added width facilitates a more open interior layout similar to that of a small apartment. The structure features a single-pitched roof reaching 4.1 meters at the ridge and is finished with engineered wood and metal, lending it an industrial yet warm aesthetic. For those looking to incorporate the latest in everyday design trends, the Samuel blends functionality and style seamlessly.
Interior Layout
The ground floor covers 26 square meters, complemented by a 13-square-meter mezzanine and a 4.3-square-meter bathroom. The design accommodates two separate sleeping areas. The sloped ceiling enhances the mezzanine’s loft-like feel, delivering a spacious ambiance that is often absent in larger homes. Optional off-grid upgrades extend the Samuel’s suitability for remote locations lacking urban infrastructure—making it a perfect fit for eco-conscious individuals looking to embrace energy-saving and space-efficient home designs.
Target Market and Pricing
Craft House identified two primary markets for tiny homes: nomads who frequently relocate and those seeking a stationary, well-designed residence. The Samuel caters to the latter group. By choosing a fixed design over mobility, Craft House optimized the use of space and volume, which are typically limited by mobile structure regulations.
With a price of approximately US$72,000, the Samuel offers an affordable alternative to traditional housing in several European markets. Instead of emphasizing mobility, it provides a permanent and thoughtfully designed space, proving that small living does not have to mean cramped living.
