I Turned this Crooked Old Tiny House into an Unbelievable Ultra-Small Home

[@BohemianCrafting]

You, my dear lady, are one of the most clever, talented architects I've ever watched on KZbin. Incredible how you came up with all these hidden storage spaces.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thank you!

[@chrisdavis6374]

Yet again Gemma creates a Tardis ! Amazing

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

So well said!

[@kevinfitz8516]

@@gemmawheeler you are indeed a star

[@dortek882]

@@gemmawheelerGemma, Justine leconte on KZbin needs you, i think.

[@lomalinke5042]

I always think she cannot come up with more surprising ideas and details but then she goes and hides cupboards in the ceiling and puts a Japanese bath in the tiny space and I'm again blown away. I love this channel. Plus, I want her to read me the news every morning. They would be so much less frightening.

[@gemmawheeler]

😆 ok I'm up for it

[@lomalinke5042]

@@gemmawheeler 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jinimcclelland]

You are unbelievably talented.

[@fredericapanon207]

Oh, yes. I am so THERE for the Japanese bath. I usually find most bathtubs too shallow for a complete immersion.

[@kericue2065]

​@@gemmawheelerI would live in this house in a heartbeat. Absolutely gorgeous. And I would listen to a 10 hour audiobook read by you. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. 💐

[@TonyCarnell]

I live in Devon and saw this property on the local Spotlight news the other day. The first thought I had when I saw the item was "I wonder what Gemma would do with that property"... now I know! You were so inventive with your use of the limited space, I was convinced you'd need to add an extension at the very least. Thank you for another fascinating tiny house video 🙂👍

[@gemmawheeler]

Ah thanks! I aimed to squeeze every bit of usable space out of it!

[@DawnDavidson]

@@gemmawheelerI was so sure you were going to have to do an outside addition again, but then you didn’t! I think for any more usable space you’d have to dig! 😂 The only one of my favorite tiny house tricks you didn’t use was an elevator bed. Using some sort of hydraulic and/or crank system to haul the bed up into the loft space during the day, and down into the main space at night would be the only way I could live in something like this (I’m too old for lofts!). But that would require a lot of redesign, and it might ruin everything else. So impressed with this one!

[@BettinaSchnerr]

Count me in - I would have made any bet, that Gemma would add some extension. To bring so much storage into this space and how it was done in detail, is creative and shows how much we still can make with older properties. No need to tear all the buildings down for newer ones - but not necessarily better ones.

[@timothyharrison3608]

What a truly imaginative concept. Not an inch goes to waste. The pull-down storage cupboards are ingenious.

[@FurnitureFan]

They were brilliant. It occurred to me that you could get dressed in privacy from the clothing shelves, then tip them back up.

[@colinneagle4495]

Wow Gemma! This is your best one yet! I thought that those fold down pantry/storage spaces were especially ingenious.

[@gemmawheeler]

Ah thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@AbsoluteNut1]

Those fold down storage bins are genius! You better patent them.

[@fredericapanon207]

I second your motion! That is one of my favourite re-designs of Gemma's.

[@louispoulain]

That's a lovely ultra-small home Emma ! A lot of smart ideas to maximize the space. This is where you understand that architect is a real job that not everyone can do.

[@cirene9590]

14 sq metres is incredibly small but the design is simply brilliant. So functional & beautiful. I think a TV is so unnecessary these days. Love love love this bathroom - my favourite space.

[@HSharratt]

There are so many little buildings around the country that could be used for entry level housing with ideas like these- love it!

[@Polkadot2]

@@elainejohnson796unfortunately it’s not a trend, it’s a necessity. There are so many people who just cannot get on the property ladder.

[@contactsuzi7096]

Gemma - This was such an amazing design! The pull down cupboards are brilliant - when I see something like that, I often say: "Who thinks up these things?" When I saw the Japanese soaking tub I realized that I could have one in my small bathroom. I love your videos! Suzi

[@user-kp3jk3pv8f]

I always love your work Gemma, but was surprised you jumped right into the renovation this time. Usually you do a lovely few moments of your analysis of the light, layout, and other considerations that guided your design. I missed that so much this time. I hope you haven't decided to remove those elements permanently. I'd happily watch a longer video to have them. As always though, your design are thoughtful and lovely. Thank you!

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks so much for that feedback. Those are still really important considerations that I use. Sometimes on spaces this small, the only analysis possible is on how I can use the space efficiently without disrupting the attractive features like the big windows and the fireplace. So that's why I jumped straight in by starting with using the height of the space. But there'll be more analytical projects in future, most likely when there's more space to play with.

[@expatmoose]

Beautiful, I’d live there easy

[@NicholsKT]

I get what you're talking about, but I found her "jumping right in" to be refreshing this time.

[@leilal8053]

I prefer it.

[@araeofsunshine9435]

I love all of the hidden storage spaces; what a game changer ! Beautifully designed! ❤

[@deborahcurtis1385]

Superlative! I love the imaginative solutions especially the Japanese bath not needing a shower curtain when using that function. It's always a discipline to live in such a tight area, but this is a joyful use of the natural qualities of the space.

[@brendastewart6647]

Wow for such a small amount of space you packed in a lot of storage and a very functional spaces. Your designs always amaze me! Thank you for sharing your design ideas with us.

[@wakingtheworld]

Reminds me of the tiny homes showcased on 'Living Big in a Tiny House' though most of these are towable. Their ideals are similar - trying to get as much 'living' out of a small space as possible, doubling up on furniture usage - your guest bed from the bench seat was clever, Gemma - and of course, making use of every spare inch for storage. Your pull-down shelving from the rafters was genius.

[@WinkWonkWonkWonkWonk]

Your voice with that accent is lovely.

[@WinkWonkWonkWonkWonk]

Just a bit concerned about the entry and exit to the tub being too precarious, but I love everything else.

[@gemmawheeler]

haha thanks :)

[@mrs.manrique7411]

@@WinkWonkWonkWonkWonk tiny spaces are rarely suitable for anyone who has been indisposed to precarious-ness. 😝

[@DawnDavidson]

@@WinkWonkWonkWonkWonk yes, I’d would need an addition step somehow. I have short legs, and I’d kill my self trying to get in and out of that tub! 😂

[@Gnometower]

Love it! I've always been a huge fan of japanese tubs and always wandered why they are not used in the West. If I wasn't renting I'd put one in my apartment too.

[@LeafHuntress]

Lovely design. When you started describing the building i thought you would add to it, but you miraculously made it work within the old one. Two cons however: 1. I really like hammocks, don't get me wrong, but you've got it hanging on the "hook" part of the railing. Railings always are stronger when straight, but to have the greatest weight on that single point, where the bend is & it's on its weakest, is asking for trouble imho. The ladder at least distributes the weight onto two points. 2. The bed in the vide. I've lived in one of these, i love them, but you don't have a "safety bar." Nothing to stop you rolling out of that bed during a terrible nightmare. I mean it's unlikely, but if it would happen, that would be a *big* fall. If you would put a straight railing above where it is now, that could double as a safety bar. You would just need two pins to hang up the ladder to the side & a single ring to hang the hammock on. No sagging bent railing & more safety. I wasn't aware of this type of bath & now i want one. And the "pull-down attic ladder type" cupboards is just ingenious!

[@TheBrewersDroop]

I bought a japanese style bath from a company that makes them in Somerset. Fits perfectly in the 4ft space. EDIT: the same company as your link. Great baths - really well insulated.

[@fredericapanon207]

@TheBrewersDroop, Oooh, does that mean that the water stays hot for a longer time?

[@nicolalang5603]

I love this! A proper tiny house, one of my favourites of your designs. Did you know you can have drawers behind the kickboard in the kitchen? Great for baking trays etc, and also the ideal size for tins and packaged foods. Another way of squeezing a bit more storage into a tiny space.

[@DawnDavidson]

I love those kick board storage areas too! So space saving! Great idea for squeezing just a tiny bit more space out of this already-amazing design. :)

[@gnarbeljo8980]

I love those! There's also models from solid wood kitchens from the 50s I've seen that have a built in solid wood lid on the lowest deepest kitchen drawer to be used as a step up, in order to eaily reach a foot higher to access any storage above the counter! My brother has his original 50s functionalist kitchen and its6full of ingenious solutions like this. Also a countertop that can be turned over to become a baking counter with 2-3 inch sides so the flour is contained. Brilliant stuff!

[@lindak8664]

You outdid yourself on that one! When you were listing off what you wanted to fit in there, i thought, no way! Personally, i couldn’t live in there, but it’s the kind of thing which would make a quirky B&B.

[@spiralpython1989]

Every time I watch one of your amazing designs, I am again blown away by how clever, yet how “simple” your solutions are Gemma. If I was in UK or Europe, and was in the position to become the guardian one of these delightful old buildings, I would head directly to you.

[@MikeS29]

I'm always amazed at just how much you are able to do with such tiny and/or wonky spaces. You are a real Gem(ma)!

[@user-en8im4br5q]

That is some incredibly creative storage and design. Thanks for another brilliant episode.

[@sansumonnae8339]

Beautiful! Especially love the bath with the Japanese tub and wood walls. The drop down shelves from the ceiling is the first time I've seen this. excellent idea.

[@wendlong]

Absolutely wonderful as always. My only teeny tiny niggle would be the practicality of the drop down storage spaces in the kitchen living area. Just being overly practical, I wonder if things would slide around, during the the raising and lowering off them. Not as neat, but high small open shelves running round any available wall would be my solution, and/or a small butchers block on wheels that can be moved around the place as mobile storage, work top/side table. I’m just joe public though, so don’t listen to me. Love your work, always excited to see you next video… 😊

[@DYP1]

I love it! ^^ it's so tiny, I don't know how that would be to actually live in there... but the concept is great! Full of clever ideas, thx

[@ellieban]

Just incredible. And this is the first tiny home I’ve seen that is as small as the Horsebox I plan to convert! Now I feel like it might just be possible! Wonderful!

[@christine2014]

That's amazing! Always appreciate seeing woodburners in your designs, however small the space. They bring so much life into a home. And as I am about to redo the second bathroom in my house, I will be looking at the Japanese deep tub idea with great interest. Thank you so much for these videos.

[@irenepinsonneault2740]

I have been meaning to comment for a while on how much I enjoy your videos. I am having to downsize and really appreciate all the ideas you come up with. I really like the illustration process, and your very clear and understandable narration. Great work!

[@ianjenson9124]

I did 16 of the same fold down cupboards for my 20 foot container home. Took me a while to work out the hinging mechanism with gas struts but it works great. Shame I can’t post a photograph. Very much enjoy this site.

[@fredericapanon207]

Since you did that, how hard is it to reach up to cupboard handles? How tall is your ceiling?

[@ianjenson9124]

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[@ianjenson9124]

@@fredericapanon207 The cupboards are 2350mm above floor level. I am 1830mm tall and can reach the latch, my wife uses a 200mm pole with hook to open and close the cupboards.

[@FredLaFaro]

This is a very tiny house, you don’t cease to amaze.

[@ginalou5774]

I’m completely blown away by how much space you have created out of no space!! This is truly one of your best and an incredibly clever design. Amazing

[@EH23831]

Love it! I can’t imagine more than one e person living there long term- but would be a great couples retreat/air bnb

[@vintagemovielover4511]

Devon does not need anymore airhubs

[@joesmith822]

Brilliant, your work is fantastic.

[@CrankTherapy]

Love the tub/shower idea. We live in a small home and this is brilliant. Thanks!!!

[@GradKat]

Astonishing! Every time I think “She can’t possibly make anything out of this building” - she does it again! Looks really super - lovely cosy little house.

[@marcturmel924]

This would be a perfect guest house if placed on a main property, very cute building!

[@susipaterson8185]

That is brilliant and beautiful. Probably my favourite so far, as the space is so tiny. What an imagination you have, Gemma. I'm learning so much. Thank you for your uploads.

[@grilnam9945]

I look at Rightmove most days for properties within 30 miles of me. Yet when I saw this I had dismissed it. Probably because of my age, I couldn’t see it mostly because I dismissed stairs. You have made an incredible transformation

[@marceumere]

The most clever, talented architects I've ever watched on KZbin, Totally Agree

[@margaretorden7568]

I saw this was up for sale a few days ago and wondered if it could be a tiny home. I really like your design.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thank you :)

[@GeorgeP1066]

I think this is an absolute genius design, literally the only thing that gave me pause was storing the hammock chair above to the kitchen as I wonder whether you might get problems from food smells and aerolised oil and grease, but there are definitely ways to avoid that. Love the use of the timber cladding in the bathroom contrasted with the clean white walls of the living space.

[@mateuszzdyb3547]

pure brilliance.

[@user-vt7tn3ww2r]

Amazing design! I absolutely love what you did with such a tiny space. I could live there easily and Japanese bathtubs are awesome. Everything you need. You are VERY talented. I wish I could hire you to figure out my master bathroom renovation that I have been trying to get to for years because I am terrified I will make a mistake and not be happy!

[@kiwigirljacks]

I just want to live in a tiny home designed by you! I love that the bench seat could also be moved around and used to position for the projector screen for movie nights. I personally watch everything on a laptop or tablet so don’t even have a TV so positioning of seating is never an issue for me, but the moveability would be a bonus for others for sure. Everything you do is so clever!

[@sman9774]

This is wonderful. I love these real-life examples you explore. It makes the creative side of me want to search for an old building in my neck of the woods and create a little haven. Repurposing is great, and working within confines of an existing building is fun to brainstorm through the limitations.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks, it is fun!

[@pa9365]

This might be my favourite one yet! Love the Japanese bathtub - I have one too and it's perfect for tall people!

[@hurlin108]

So incredibly inventive, creative and smart. It's a happy day when you post a new video.

[@TamaraJoy7]

This design was like a treasure box of surprises! Just WOW! I so wanted to dive through the screen into this home and make it mine. I’ve saved the post for future reference when I build my dream Tiny abode! ❤😊 Thank you for sharing your outstanding design ideas.

[@cindyheazlit938]

Wow. Absolutely brilliant use of space.

[@TwospotzArtAndCraft]

This is an amazing home again. For two frugal people with not too many possessions this could be a truly amazing home, or one person ... Clever solutions and a no nonsense approach to a fully functional beautiful bathroom makes this another smashing solution. Beautiful work yet again.

[@annejohnson5580]

Such innovative use of space. You think of everything and manage to fit eveything in.

[@annbrookens945]

It is astonishing how you can cram so many amenities into such a tiny space and it doesn't LOOK cramped! This space looks so attractive and functional, and the idea of a Japanese bath is inspired! I love this series of projects!

[@Julia-zj2ch]

It is wonderful! So many clever storage and multi-use items. You've done it again. Beautiful and so creative.

[@WilsonianChannel]

This is the best one yet. It’s a tiny house without the normal compromises. It doesn’t feel claustrophobic at all.

[@madmicroscope]

Its great. I like it when someone makes the best of what they have. But 1 issue would be the workstation. Most people have a screen or 2 and speakers/monitors to work with and that wouldn't sit with this solution. I guess the screens can be worked around using a projector and the workstation issue can generally be gotten around using a bluetooth keyboard and mouse. However, space for speakers/monitors would be an issue for someone who works on music or videos.

[@Soulmidwife1111]

Brilliant storage options!

[@claymccleery9451]

The toll house was already adorable. You've created an ingenious cottage!

[@hannetang]

Wonderful imagination, very well thought out 👍🏻

[@amyfbritt]

So inspiring to see how much use you get out of space! You mentioned the cladding in the bathroom - what is that product called?

[@gemmawheeler]

It's called Thermowood 👍

[@afountainpenawakening]

🤯 the way you were able to use every inch of space in this project takes design solutions to the next level!!!

[@johneast4235]

THIS IS INCREDIBLE! it was like watching a magician performing a magic trick. your vision is exceptional. I want to buy the property and commission you to bring this to reality! ❤

[@ginacrusco234]

Totally brilliant. I love the wood cladding in the bathroom.

[@mijntje79]

Hi Emma! I loved all the hidden storage solutions in this one. And the Japanese bath! Never seen it, I want one now 😂

[@gemmawheeler]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gaelle4328]

on the japanese Bath front there are now also old fashioned sitt baths which for people who need it can open with a door so if you have trouble with movement can help considerably but you get the feeling and you can sit in the depp end of those with legs on the shelf which makes you more supported as well as covered.

[@beverlyness7954]

I wish more designs incorporated Japanese deep bathtubs. The wet room and deep baths that are part of most homes in Japan are fabulous. Even the 'sink' located in the toilet tank makes so much sense and saves space in a small toilet room.

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Brilliant Gemma, so glad I sent this property to you, I'm amazed what you managed to cram in. Andy UK

[@timpayne4623]

This was my favourite video so far. Incredible problem solving for such a small space. Great work!!

[@janeb3024]

I cannot imagine a better design! The bathroom is particularly impressive.😊

[@elizabethtatum-soprano]

I am stunned! Who knew you could get so much amazing storage & cozy living space in a dwelling this compact?! I LOVE that Japanese bath!

[@c.retana-holguin8318]

You have incredible design elements. I like the bathroom you've created. And the slated wall treatments you tend to incorporate in several of your projects are spot on!

[@plpGTR]

I love every single one of your videos. They are very inspirational and it makes me want to transform an awkward space into a tiny house 😅

[@DawnDavidson]

Wow! Your best one yet, Gemma! It’s like you took every one of my favorite tiny house tricks (like pull down kitchen storage, in-floor loft storage, and a Japanese tub) and rolled them all into one fabulous package! My favorite part was how you created the desk on the open cupboard doors. And that hammock chair in front of the projection TV/movie screen! Genius. I couldn’t live in this space, because I’m old enough to need access to the bathroom in the middle of the night, and there is no way I am climbing up and down that ladder multiple times every night. 😂 But for a healthy younger person (who is pretty minimalist and isn’t afraid of heights!) this would be just fabulous. 🎉 ❤

[@amandagrimes7132]

Absolute genius as always! I love the drop down storage - what a brilliant idea!

[@janbarber7807]

Astounding vision you have,Gemma!Thank you for sharing!

[@ioana-alexandracoman7009]

The comfort and functionality included here is astounding, lots of clever ideas for a small Tokyo flat.

[@sharonpettman1274]

What a brilliant use of space, love the idea of the pull down storage ❤

[@jarcha4200]

Your ability to create a cozy, practical, living space is absolutely spectacular🎉🎉🎉. I have been following your channel for some time now and, if wasn’t a senior, would gladly chose to reside in this lovely abode you’ve designed.

[@mervinwilkinson472]

I don't get how you have time to do this on youtube, your practice must be bursting at the seams.... your ideas are phenomenal

[@sarahtermite]

I saw on the BBC news website that this building was for sale, and I had thought it would be too small even for you to do anything with. But you proved me wrong - fantastic design!

[@jamieloom22]

Brilliant, creative use of space

[@johnnycomelately6341]

I think its brilliant, such clever ideas

[@gregpendrey6711]

Hi Gemma, your channel makes me happy? 😎 Thank you, G

[@colleenbalch328]

I think this is the best and most attractive conversion you've ever done. Fully functional and perfectly compact, it leaves nothing to want.. if there were a small bit of outside room for a lean-to shed to store outdoor equipment, it would be perfect. I see it is available at auction, but it seems there is no water currently provided within the structure, only mains electricity.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks. It's for sale but as a commercial space

[@colleenbalch328]

It would make the loveliest of tiny houses, and in such a lovely place. @@gemmawheeler

[@despinne]

@@gemmawheeler so you did not actually make these renovations?

[@lindaroyal8161]

Your designs are just so amazing. Your talent for designing unusual spaces is beyond my imagination. I love how you not only fit all functions in the spaces but extras plus storage. Each one is absolute art.

[@Vanessa-pl3br]

The houses you found are always charming and more after your clever designs! Never disappointed!

[@TranslatorTuber]

Great use of space, but it still screams cabin fever! Would have been nice with access to some outdoor space (which so many of your previous designs have had), but as you don't mention it, I imagine it wasn't available.

[@gemmawheeler]

haha yes 14m2 is not going to be comfortable for some people! I don't know if surrounding land is included with the building as set myself the challenge of only using the space inside

[@susannahallanic1167]

You are so clever! It's always interesting how you design a living space.

[@dobeluvr]

Wow Gemma - this is one of your most creative use of small spaces so far. Love it!

[@anacarpenter9254]

Living in New Zealand 🇳🇿UK 🇬🇧 listening to this view of a solid building with an incredible history converted into a luxurious home with clever usage of space. 3 CHEERS to innovative thinking. 😊

[@juliamacdonald3767]

Wonderful! A Gemma video makes the day.

[@sophieboettge786]

one of the very few channels i have my notifications turned on for - always wonderful work! thank you!

[@billthomas8205]

I LOVE the units that swing down from between the joists for the bed space - such brilliant creativity!

[@mitterpe]

You never fail to amaze me. What a genius you are!

[@mrdeanvincent]

Wow! Most of the 'tiny homes' on KZbin are larger than my very comfortable bungalow but this one is truly _tiny_ and your brilliant solutions here have amazed me once again. You're very talented! I would absolutely love to see what ideas you have for converting a Toyota Coaster minibus into a home on wheels...

[@reedebrown6006]

I love this small space. I live on my own and am constantly looking to reduce what I have as I get older (currently 64). This would be an amazing home and I love the fact that most things are hidden away. Brilliant!

[@gaelle4328]

Gemma - an idear what about cooperating/ cooperation for an episode or more to make some innovative homes for people with disabilities and old people who doesn´t suck and are economical for both work and home -Really love your work and I would love to see what you could do since we are an aging population and most people will not be able to afford to stay where they are after pension or will need to make changes in the space where they live to stay and many are talking about partially continuing working or helping out organizations ie working from home after "pension" tip though involve people with disabilities to see what feedback you can get.

[@gemmawheeler]

Hi thanks for the suggestion! If someone sends me the right sort of property I'm up for that. My last video was an accessible proposal for an elderly person in an old Austrian farm building

[@gaelle4328]

@@gemmawheeler I´ll go watch that immediatly, cheers for mentioning it!

[@TracyCul]

I LOVE your designs, Gemma, you're so creative.

[@elisabartels1993]

I love the way your mind works.

[@TheFiown]

In my home village in Scotland there was a lovely tiny cottage shop on the high street dating from the 17 th century, actually the oldest building in the village. They 'accidentally' tore it down for some unknown reason and there now stands an empty plot years later ! It used to me a china shop when I was a child, called Mrs Penny Farthing and was full of tea sets and tea pots sold by a very rickety old lady. Such a shame. Where my mother lives and where I attended school there was a tiny newsagent where as kids we would skip down to buy sweets. It has been empty for many years and when I last peaked in it still had it's tiny fireplace but the back was open to the elements which surprised me as there is a floating lease above it from the house next door !

[@gemmawheeler]

Those funny old buildings always make great sweet shops. There was one in my village too as a child

[@angelarbab0091]

architect ? no, you are a magician! how did you do all of that in 14ms space!!! i would live in that and never feel squashed. absolutely gorgeous