ARCHITECT REDESIGNS Abandoned Tiny House

[@Patchy]

This is so good Gemma! Really interesting to see your thought process. Your explanations were very easy to follow and understand. Thought the timber screening and how it can block "viewers" from oblique angles was particularly clever! Hope you continue this series... it's given me a lot of ideas and understanding about how different colour/layout choices can change the feeling of a space.

[@GreenWitch1]

I’m glad you like it George! I saw the picture of your house on someone else’s channel, so I came to see if they had your permission & I’m glad she did. It’s a nice design as well as your own.

[@blacksmithhouseblackforest]

I too love the timber screening and am actually thinking of adjusting my design....😂

[@sheilakerr-jones4345]

Loved what George did, love Gemma’s.

[@judyalden7183]

I love George’s design it felt very personal to him. Gemma’s creativity in her redesign of george’s home was outstanding as well. Both of you should collaborate on a project together, maybe even Gamma’s input on your new home. Wonderful inspiration from both of you. Blessings to you both. Arizona USA.

[@colleencrowe9031]

The second they showed the house on the video I said that's George's house !! 😊 both designs are great. Gemma's is more on the modern side.

[@Patchy]

Forgot to say as well, love how you pay homage to the original sliding garage door with the window up top! 😊

[@gemmawheeler]

So glad you like it!

[@acornhomestead3575]

That was my favourite feature of the original. I think I would have left it, but put a entry door and 1 window behind it

[@expatmoose]

Super! I watched his video when it came out, now I’ve seen both👍🏻😊Liked and subbed,

[@m.denonsens]

Glad that you gave your blessing for this re-imagining of the wonderful house you created!

[@louiselincoln]

I like this, really interesting when compared to George's design. I think, if I was coming to an AirBNB for the weekend, I prefer Gemma's design - but, for living in on a more permanent basis, having that extra floor space and privacy in George's design really speaks to me. Having the extra bathroom facilities also is a major plus if you're cohabiting and potentially also entertaining guests overnight on the sofa! I really like the separate toilet and shower facilities in Gemma's setup - I never really understand why people don't partition the WC from the bathing area, so long as you can put plumbing in adjacent through a partitioning wall. I wish more tiny homes had baths. I absolutely love having a bath. If you'd be happy to do some themed videos on bathroom design ideas, I'd be really interested. Never seen a wet room with a bath...

[@mrs.manrique7411]

Speaking of extra floor space, I was thinking that Gemma’s design could have been slightly altered to take up two thirds rather than half of the possible floor space above. They would mimic the roof line, at a steeper angle, to connect to the center of the roofline. This way, the space still feels halved looking up at the ceiling, increases floor space, and keeps the entry vaulted, while creating dynamic triangular shapes! Edit: Too long, don’t read! I would immediately get rid of the curtain in order to FEEL the brick in the living room. The exterior slats can be mechanized to open and close like shutters for privacy. It was interesting that both designs put the staircase immediately at the entryway. I would have wanted to brainstorm a different stair position if the ground floor entrance would have remained the main living space. Perhaps that wall next to the “garage” style window - instead of partially enclosing it with a whole wall! - could have three wedged steps leading up to the stair ladder. The under stair storage/laundry would be accessed from its side, the middle of the living room. A corner benched couch under the stair opposite the garage window would combine with a small round table and two tiny dining chairs at the other end near the entryway kitchen. I would keep the rest of the floor space as large as possible - that’s because I like to dance, sit on the ground, wrestle, breathe, etc. I’d add a square little indoor “greenhouse” type area in front of the garage window, between the door and stair landings, to break up the line of sight nicely, and help the entryway feel even more compressed. A tall vine/skinny tree could act as a “chandelier” type piece for the vaulted space, instead of actual lights. All lighting would be indirect, hidden in the seams of the rooms. The upper floor would increase floor space by having floor space above the entryway/kitchen, going all the way to above the door. It would be wide enough to accommodate a small bathroom (72cm deep wall toilet+63cm leg space=135cm wide). This is my personal preference for a bathroom locale…it needs to be on the same floor as the bedroom for midnight usage. George definitely made the right choice with that. The top of the stair landing would be the closet space; the bed next to it facing the stair; the bathroom beyond. A possible locale for a toilet downstairs for guests would be the back corner opposite the couch and door. I was originally going to put a small corner counter-height pantry with corner pull-out storage drawers. Instead that space can be enlarged to fit a toilet closet, with the toilet in the corner and a bifold door perpendicular to the kitchen. The bathroom sink could fit in the corner opposite the toilet and bifold door, a 36cm x 36cm curved corner sink with 18 cm to spare between the bifold and the sink’s edge. A tall skinny refrigerator would be right in front of the door entry, where the dark surface of either the fridge or a feature wall can host welcoming pictures. The front door would remain like the original two hinged doors to decrease swing space (and give a pretend feel of grandeur). The rest of the kitchen would be between the “pillars” of the toilet wall and tall refrigerator. Open shelving would feature above sink drainage and a pull out stove top fan. A tiny kitchen corner sink would fit right up next to the toilet wall. A small 2 burner stove top would be on the other end, near the fridge. Full oven underneath counter top, drawers on either side, one pull-out drawer under corner sink to store cleaning supplies. I would paint the whole kitchen, couch area (with matching couch cushions), and ground floor ceiling the same dark color. Whether that would be a dark forest green, purple, maroon, black, brown, or blue. The floor would be stone flagstones. The stair ply. The upper floor wood/ply. The bathrooms would connect through a glass between ceiling/floor. The upper bath would be luxuriously dark while the lower bathroom would be bright and colorful. I love Gemma’s roof design. I’d continue it by making the entire back roof completely all windows with an exterior shutter system that can be controlled inside and mimic the wood slats at the front of the property/the slats separating the loft from the ground floor. The interior slats would also be able to be closed, that way there doesn’t need to be a complicated window covering for the living room/stair window. Anyway, I think that’s it. That’s my design. Wish I had an app for it.

[@HattedMan]

I agree, I think her design looks nice, but the empty floor space isn’t so practical in such a tiny area

[@architektura204]

The kitchen/bathroom combo is fantastic. Placing all the plumbing on the street level is a checkmate move.

[@rainey06au]

This is a really cool reimagining. I think I'd rather live with George's original design long term, but your design is really cool if it were a short stay accommodation.

[@marciaclifford7107]

Love your designs and explanations, Gemma. However, on this one I would pick George's. Being a very practical person, having to go up and down steep ladder stairs in the middle of the night to use the loo would be too risky for those I know. Also, having the wood high over the stove . . . well, that looks great but could be hazardous besides a lot of extra lifting. It's beautiful though! Thanks for creating a video that is soothing and yet fun to watch.

[@angelaknox1397]

I was about to make the same comment, then read yours. I love Gemma's designs but I have noticed she usually does not keep the bathroom in/near the bedroom which I find is essential. Negotiating steps in the night or if ill is a no-go.

[@suki757]

Gemma, I’ve seen your other videos and think you are genius! BUT I can’t imagine getting up in the middle of the night and navigating the stairs to visit the loo, or taking a shower and then dripping through the house upstairs to get to the wardrobe.

[@grahameanderson6913]

I used to live in this village many, many moons ago and often passed this building. At the time I asked the owners if they would sell it and at the time they wouldn't. Years later George got the opportunity to buy it and I feel he has made it his home and credit is due. My own preference would have been to keep the original sliding door as it is part of the original structure, however karma being karma it has gone to the right owner. Kudos to everyone showing interest in what is a delightful building...

[@LordBurberryGB]

My late grandmother always liked to say: "if it is for you, it won't go by you" so the house meant for you is still out there just waiting to be found by you !

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I often wonder why all the plumbing in a house is not near each other... so I appreciate the practical kitchen/shower room ensemble. With respect I prefer George's more traditional lay out. Thanks for sharing your ideas Gemma. 🌻

[@TranslatorTuber]

Yes, I don't think having the lavatory right next to the kitchen is ideal. Also, I think having the shower room/lavatory closer to the bedroom makes more practical sense.

[@debrap947]

I follow George and truly love his original design. I prefer the window seat for maximum use/viewing the gorgeous countryside during waking hours. George's design is more of a cozy, nest sanctuary which suits one for hiding away much better.

[@nancydeshaies4558]

As a short person, I would not want to be climbing those stairs, especially in the middle of the night, but, more significantly, since you’re laying on a bed, placing the bedroom on the ground floor allows it to be just a tad lower in height and permit normal stairs. With Gemma’s plan, 50% of the first floor was lost, and I would prefer to have much more living space as well as a bit of height on that floor. It’s used more and could accommodate a normal sized table and two chairs for dining. It’s not that I don’t like Gemma’s ideas, but I could never have accepted them for the way I live.

[@stephanieroumeguere353]

The re-design is fabulous...althow, depending on yhe purpose of the building ...i would have chosen for a second full-floor plan...due to the small space ...the extra bedroom could be an esset. The idea abour the kitchen is really marvelous...and maybe on the sevond floor an extra sink + toilet..due to the staircase qicj is steep...

[@quietestkitten]

I love this so much. I really love ladder style stairs, because I feel like there is no reason for stairs to take up so much space. That's just a personal preference of mine. I love how the bedroom makes the whole space feel like one volume.

[@patriciabiddle8627]

Two of my favorite channels combined for a project, what a treat 😊!

[@ClaytonTurner1]

I find these videos unaccountably charming and calming. It kind of worries me exactly how much I enjoy them.

[@cirene9590]

Have seen George's video and like it. Love yours. Prefer the bed upstairs as it is a private area. The opening up of the space makes it luxurious and definitely prefer to spend most of the time downstairs where the toilet is and much easier to answer the door.

[@lori-in-north-idaho]

Thank you, Gemma! Hello from northern Idaho in the U.S. I have loved George's little house since he renovated and this is a wonderful reimagining.

[@billweeks9606]

Absolutely genius use of space fitting the kitchen cabinetry and the doors to the bathroom(s). I've only met a handful of architects that could actually design a kitchen.

[@tillfalligt1148]

I can tell you are a very skilled architect, I've seen another video in which I love your work. But I must say I think Georges second floor seems very cosy, with a great view over the village and landscape. The livingroom/kitchen is where you spend most of your time a day. I don't get that cosy feeling at all from the living space on the first floor. Also, I want to be able to close a door to my bedroom, for a more private feeling. Third, the stairs is too steep for using serveral times a day and since the working area is also upstairs, you have to go up and down more times per day. If you want show a friend your work or talk/discuss about something on your computer you have to pass your bed to do it. Having the computer in the livingroom upstairs and separate it from your bedroom makes your bedroom, again, more private. (Sorry, English is not my first language.)

[@catrionatalbot]

No apologies necessary! In fact your writing is much better than that of many native speakers, who often tend to be sloppy with grammatical strctures (present company excepted, as they say). I suspect this happens fairly often, as I have been told the same thing when I am writing in Spanish, which I’ve been learning since I retired eight years ago.

[@Idontwantachann]

I agree. George definitely described his reasons for the living space upstairs and he really made goo use of the space.

[@joycemarshall4621]

Saw your video of the cottage in Wales with its beautiful stone walls. Very interesting. 👍

[@billthomas8205]

I love the way you reference the original building in the slatted front & the sliding shutter - it makes one realise the importance of a good architect! Thank you.

[@chrisgordon8486]

So interesting to see this version of the house, I much prefer it. Trying to create a traditional house out of that old building didn't make much sense to me, that barn door was crying out for the treatment you gave it!

[@ezpz2624]

great design, love it!

[@Sujowi]

I loved what George did and like your design too. I really appreciate your hand drawn plan...great to see pen and paper in action.

[@chasjm21]

These films are fascinating, I have to take them on face value, from the start it would be good to know either the customers or your objectives that influence the decisions from the start & also the criteria imposed such as where windows can / can't go. Good to see someone is aware of positioning within a site in relation to the availability of light for gardens, most estates give no account to this.

[@umopapisdn123]

Kinging it just bought a lovely cottage with a massive out building in Scotland and thought of you first in terms of designing their space.

[@IngridCassin-w1w]

Gemma, you are such a Genius and a lovely Lady!

[@s.g.3737]

very enjoyable viieo since i watched george's video series on his build years ago. I'd rather live with George's original design long term, but your design is really interesting and intriguing if it were a short stay accommodation, especially for B&B appeal!!!!

[@biddydibdab9180]

As soon as I saw this, I thought “that’s George Dunnett’s house”. Just my opinion of course, but I actually like George’s design better. It makes sense to me that you would want the bathroom on the same floor as the bedroom since you wouldn’t want to be stumbling down the ladder-like staircase while half asleep. Also, George likes to bake and a bright kitchen area is nicer to work in.

[@sbaumgartner9848]

Thanks Gemma. I love George!

[@mdeeaonetwothree5162]

Another clever design. Maybe you could extend the upper floor towards the window, but leave a gap to let the stove pipe through? That way you could be warm as you worked. Possibly there’s not enough space… an alternating staircase would also be good

[@iambrian769]

From The Caribbean 🇻🇨...I Enjoyed The Alternative Concept.

[@patbecker333]

Totally fascinating!

[@JarlJohan]

I think i would go with Gemmas plan for the downstairs and georges for the uppstairs. Its a tiny house and loosing half the floor space on the upper floor is a bit to much to pay for just the feeling of an open space. But Gemmas design for the downstairs was awsome, i much prefer to have the living space on the downstairs rather then the bedroom. She really made the best use of the space to.

[@brianmckenzie3985]

great architect's handwriting!

[@Mrdorf14]

Stumbled across this channel by accident but I’m glad I did. Brava!

[@bambam76]

Genius!

[@jmustarde]

The KZbin algorithm actually works! Lovely channel. Your voice totally works for the subject matter. So easy to watch and listen to. You're very talented. Subscribed!

[@GrigStamate]

Amazing how much you can do to turn an old building into a modern family home. Great! 😊

[@hazaodenorth329]

This plan is completely Amazing. 😊😊😊

[@haildorothygale]

I'm not always a big fan of open plan living but I still like this as it feels cozy while being very modern. Only deal breaker is I'd be dead in a week because I'd break my neck on those stairs trying to go to the loo at 2 in the morning. 😂

[@grimmsdottir5993]

I'm an architect too and love your ideas. I would just have switched the bathrooms so that the room with the shower benefits from natural ventilation with the window and give more space to the mezzanine.

[@ResmeN]

That was a great video. Thanks for your detailed explanation

[@luiszuluaga6575]

Lots of fun!

[@lindalaw8368]

More ideas than Einstein or Wright😊. Very interesting and innovative- again!

[@livinginthenow]

Very nice! I love this design, but I would choose different colors. You can achieve depth without resorting to black. A dark walnut stain would work well, and paired with a warm off-white in the rest of the room, it would lend the space a softer, more organic feel than the stark black and white. I think the use of the slats of wood for privacy is especially clever.

[@judithmalan1502]

I had watched George's renovation, and so appreciate the ideas that you have both employed!

[@harmlessgrey]

Very satisfying to see your revise. Both George's plan and yours are wonderful.

[@susanmarron3603]

I found these videos for interesting and inspiring. I only need now to find a lovely old building to bring back to life. Thank you

[@milliethomsen4990]

i love the originality of your builds however i don't know how easy it would be to live in. it may just be me but usually i would need more counter space in the kitchen and also where would the fridge go??

[@royer_redos]

It's so interesting how different your design is from the design the guy actually used in his build. Love it. There are so many tiny houses in the world, but your designs are just above and beyond.

[@b.walker5955]

Devoured this content. Simply delicious. Chef's kiss.😘

[@judithmalan1502]

Superb!

[@andreasissons7766]

Really like your interpretation

[@claudiagonzalez8686]

Wow much better than the current design. Definitely would boost his bookings. I would continue on second floor hallway access to the window and extra closet storage. Even half bath upstairs in the bedroom. Lots of ideas!! Great colors for depth.

[@annecampbell9236]

LOVE GEORGE!

[@HectoCADTUBE]

Wonderful rework of this tiny cottage. If I may add one element to your design... a small bridge extending from the loft over to the solitary window. Consider a modern glass and metal railing, perhaps a translucent floor so as not to enclose the already cramped space, then the solitary window can be usable once more.

[@jmk1962]

Nice idea but hugely expensive just to open a window.

[@tablettwentytwo1750]

Both Are Good....😊

[@haribaumgartner1]

it's SO much fun to watch!!! Thank You

[@feewaybilz]

Brilliant as always Gemma. May I suggest putting in a small peninsula between the kitchen and the left bathroom door. It could be a table that slides out from the Cabinetry and folds down or back in when not in use. Room enough to work on or have a stool on either side to eat there, as there's no place in there for dining.

[@janishani1]

You work as beautifully as thoughtfully. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@sharondamongeot1439]

Perfectly adorable. One question. Those houses don't hsve sny garden at all , anywhere?

[@erikseanwolff5341]

New subscriber here you are amazing your visions are spectacular I’m not subscribe to anything even close to this my KZbin interests lie elsewhere although I will say your voice is very much like some of the ASMR that I listen to and I cannot wait to go through other videos that you’ve already made and to also look at what’s coming. Brilliant the only thing I will say about this video that I’m not gonna say disappointing me ….I was just really looking forward to seeing what you did with the bathroom like with the computer generated images. Thank you so much for my new obsession currently now lol

[@mohammadcheema7375]

Genius! Thank you. I really loved the idea of the black kitchen with shower and toilet behind it, also in dark colours. I’m planning to start refurbishing smaller houses in the London area and this has been inspiring.

[@ginacrusco234]

I adore it! The double height is so dramatic, the lighting so sculptural, the wood panels so textural, the black so moody! I'd love to live here. Alone.

[@johnlittler4201]

Wow what a detailed and interesting video! You can tell that you really love what you do and that it is a passion for you. First video of yours that I have watched and I have already subscribed to your channel 😊

[@theresagaignard1103]

I like both renos!

[@heehaw-i6u]

Budget is everything.

[@michawill6599]

Brilliant work again! Would a spiral staircase also work? And an extended right angled mezzanine floor to the window, so a workstation could still be placed there?

[@TL3407]

I watched George’s video at the time and left a comment about how I felt he should have used an architect to get the most out of his space. Your design is beautiful and demonstrates how powerful good design can be. Use architects people! - they add so much value.

[@rochellesonza6505]

I prefer George's 😊

[@kddidit08]

​@@rochellesonza6505SO MUCH!

[@surfit.]

I did watch his renovation. Loved it.

[@macedonboy]

Nice re-design, especially the way the bathroom is hidden behind the kitchen. Opening up the upper floor was clever. The only thing that I personally would've preferred is to have more space for the bedroom. A curved staircase would've reduced the steepness and allowed for more space. Or if we want to get really funky, have the staircase open up into somewhere other than the end of the bedroom, so that bedroom is hidden from below. The window on the upper floor would be a pain to clean though.

[@feewaybilz]

Indeed, circular stairs would pay homage to the age of the building and the industrial feel as well as add great architectural style and interest.

[@juliamacdonald3767]

Wonderful. So lovely.

[@annebolduc6395]

Wow … loads of great ideas ! BRAVO 👍👍👍

[@vatsalamolly]

Really good design. The whole black wall was a very good design element. Makes the space feel very modern.

[@eugenesteenhuisen4065]

Both great designs. Love your out of the box thinking.

[@MJ-zo5gb]

I really like the double height ceiling, but it should be noted that the living area and bedroom is smaller in the new reimagining.

[@jimmybobbikins]

I thought I recognised the house from the thumbnail! Well this was just beautiful to watch and listen to. Brilliant, thanks, perfectly complements George's own video style.

[@amandabosch4767]

I'm so glad I found you series! I especially like being step-by-step guide through your thought process. Please keep the series going!

[@jeanbaker2087]

Nice.😊

[@kedanpie4409]

I like it. Enjoyed hearing your thought processes.

[@jdillon8360]

Great video. I like your design and I also like George's. So interesting to see the same space imagined by 2 different people. I couldn't pick a favourite! Well done to both of you.

[@sbaumgartner9848]

Excellent. However I think the kitchen is now smaller. Plus you missed the most important thing. George's cat!!!

[@sylism5086]

Lovely. Looking forward to more videos.

[@juditveres_hearts]

I'd love to live in one of the houses you designed. They are so calming and organised tho in the same time natural.

[@Tristan_Anderwelt]

Oh I wanna live in this one

[@rosalapeligrosa5912]

Thank you for sharing Gemma! It’s so wonderful and satisfactory to see your way of thinking and working!

[@dingopuppytoo]

Loved this- I really enjoyed George’s videos- and I love that you and he have talked this. So fascinating to see differences and I love both versions

[@OrangeAntStudio-p6b]

Love your work Gemma!! What software do you use for your 3d modelling and videos?

[@ThePserafin100]

Absolutely Brilliant 👏

[@romangladiator1106]

I would have centred the pull cord on the sliding shutter to balance the downward forces on the shutter's hardware during use. While I understand your decision to avoid having the cord hang in front of the log storage, I believe this minor inconvenience is a reasonable trade-off for improved functionality.

[@marcturmel924]

Your creativity and imagination is a pleasure to behold!

[@imparatore9377]

Bellissimo

[@edi9892]

I'm not a fan of modern architecture, but I like this one. Just one issue: how do you operate and clean the window? Lastly, I know that it wasn't easy with the stairs right after the door, but I would have loved a transitional area before getting into the room. It would be also a place to sit down and take the shoes off, store them and your coats and hats...

[@megenberg8]

nice but the high ceiling in winter traps up any heat from below coming from your stove. in colder climates, I favor the low set ceiling - even in summer such a space is far easier to cool.

[@Marie579]

Hi Gemma, a interesting interpretation of Georges tiny home and I loved the mesanine bedroom, I would of installed glass panels waist height to show the edge of the bedroom as opposed to the wooden slats. My only critique is that your colour/ materials pallet seems to hinge around black a lot. And I would struggle to accept ladder staircase as that frightens me.

[@XTSu-sl1bb]

For such a small space the void is to luxuriate. Good for renders but not practical for such a small space. Kitchen and wc is solved well. screen on outside is nice Japanese touch but again a little impractical. Much improved from what he did, well done.

[@celiacosta2180]

I love your work, so creative and functional! I took inspiration of some of your ideas to renovate, in the future, my own tiny house in Portugal. Thank you!

[@Dev1nci]

This is an example of the value of hiring a passionate architect.

[@yad.h]

thanks for sharing this

[@ibnrumayh7761]

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