miniHomes

Introducing the miniHome, officially an RV (recreational home) but also a new way of sustainable living. Designed by Canadian company, Sustain Design Studio, this home is the smaller response to the Living Home (which I blogged about earlier this week). The miniHome is made from 100 % green materials (no vinyl, CFCs, unsustainable wood, etc.) and is completely powered by self-contained wind and solar energy. Therefore, the structure doesn't require any municipal infrastructure, but a water source (lake or water supply) will be needed for full-time living.

With a starting base price of about $107,000 USD, the miniHome is also more affordable than the Living Home. I realize I'm comparing apples (RV) to oranges (full-size house), but if McDreamy can live in a trailer, why can't we? After all, the 350 sq. ft. miniSOLO model is already 100 sq. ft larger than my Hong Kong apartment. Unfortunately, these miniHomes aren't designed for humid regions like Hong Kong, but they're ready for the freezing Canadian winter.

Links:
miniHomage - Sustain Design Studio's blog

(Via Reading Toronto)