Little Luxury Cabin by Solarcabin

[@rdtradecraft]

This is an excellent example of how useful built-in furniture and cabinets can be for freeing up space in a small house. Very well done.

[@debrachowning6470]

I have been looking for this. I saw this in 2014 I think, a long time ago and I really liked it! I am going to downsize now that I am older and a widow. Now that I am alone, I don’t need a lot of material things😢, this would just be perfect for me! I just want to downsize to be very minimalistic so my adult children won’t have much to deal with when I leave this world. Life just doesn’t have the meaning it used to. So lost without my better half😢.

[@solarcabin]

My condolences. It is a nice design and I would love to see someone build it.

[@dustinbodie5675]

I like how you have this one setup brother.

[@solarcabin]

Right on!

[@kendean4278]

Mine is a 12 X23 and I’m no where near as organized as U. This is very nice

[@solarcabin]

Thanks, it is all in the storage and making use of every inch.

[@heckyes]

You're a real inspiration to me and my girlfriend. Because of your channel and others that are similar, we have purchased a travel trailer and are going to try living in it for a year. We are inspired by the simplicity of life that comes with downsizing and reducing the need for material possessions and currency. We aren't skilled enough to build a cabin yet, but we're going to start with a shed! Ty for all you do.

[@johnhoward7298]

It's My humble opinion that this is one of Your best designs . My thoughts would be to put two of em together , have a real comfy liveing room , gun safe room , ( get away from " DREAM KILLER " room ) etc etc . I think You get it ! I bet it could be built for 20k ( if You had a real good CARPENTER friend , if You know what I mean ) , inc solar off grid system ( not so sure bout septic , rain water collection & plumbing ) !!

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- this was a custom design and I put a lot of work into the details and built-ins. Really shows you what can be done with a small space and these ideas would work in most of my cabins.

[@haydenrose866]

This is the Best 150-200 sq ft Cabin I've ever seen! Very nicely done. A Murphy bed that folded into the wall would make lots of space for entertainment, Exercising, etc. the kitchen table could do the same as well! Sure would make most out of this Really nice Home.

[@bushwalkerSA]

Thank you for this video which I stumbled upon today - I have a 8 X 3 metre out building that I need to convert into a tiny home and your work has inspired me on how to go about it. Thank you so much for sharing

[@solarcabin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@just-dl]

well, my friend...I always enjoy your videos. thank you. this is a gem. I saw several 'tweaks' I'd make for me, but, as you stated, this was for a lady friend, and her requirements will differ from mine. I like the "psychological" benefits of this design. The "luxury" items offset any sense of "sacrifice." The separate rooms/spaces are good. In a remote location, all this is very important to mental health. Well done.

[@madameblueberry2608]

I love this floor plan.

[@snowbird29803]

I've been following you for several years and have a great appreciation for your creative and frugal ways. This little cabin design is an excellent example of what you can do with a really small space. I have been brainstorming something like this for years to uses as a guest space and should be pulling the trigger sometime in 2016. This one is a great inspiration, however I think I can go with a 12 x 24 and employ the same layout and make it more handicap-friendly with wider doors and more elbow room. The full height ceilings make a BIG difference in not feeling claustrophobic and adds greatly to the available storage possibilities. Thanks for this video.

[@mikemonahan4836]

You are an inspiration I 14 by 14 Solar cabin with loft in my backyard watch most of your videos songs everything is great you are a real human downloading your book right now

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- As long as it is single story and side wall is under 10 feet high the loft is considered attic or storage space and not counted as sqft for living space.

[@kayceegreer4418]

U did it again-- committed another act of brilliance!

[@furtheron9489]

Wow!!! You did an awesome job!! You truly did the impossible with only 200 sq ft! That was extremely well thought out and detailed; you have really great vision! God bless you!

[@redwoodcoastcalif]

Water heater? Kitchen/bathroom/laundry fans and vents? Put a Murphy bed on the kitchen/bedroom wall, desk/TV on the outside wall. More day space.

[@solarcabin]

There is about a foot and a half clearance all around the bed so if you turned it the other way against that wall where the sliding door is you could build in another wall of storage. Yes you could do a small vanity with more storage underneath and replace that mirror with another narrow storage unit.

[@keeponprayingdaron2368]

I like this one very much. I want one......hompefully this will happen sooner than later. I would want mine 30 feet long. Gots to have my sewing room/cnd a bigger kitchen area. I also gots to have my vanilla ice cream ya know........ Good work here Lamar!!!!! kidos to you!!

[@solarcabin]

Thank you friend!

[@solarcabin]

That's great- That is how I started and I lived in a small camper for two years while I saved money for the cabin. You can use that time to study the building skills you need.

[@furtheron9489]

A queen size Murphy bed would work well in the bedroom, and allow for a small desk or some chairs for guests; also, with an extra 100 or 200 sq ft, this place would be even more miraculous!

[@solarcabin]

The heating system is always optional. I would use a small propane wall furnace and would place it under the tv in the bed area or in the kitchen in the front wall by the table.

[@solarcabin]

Yup you could do a platform bed with more storage or they make pull out beds with storage.

[@pattykelly5600]

I bet the lady loved it. It's a convenient modern home condensed down. I really liked it. Especially the washer and dryer. I have no way to print your ebooks. I wish I could buy all of your books. I finding new things.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks, I now have my books on Amazon in printed format: amzn.to/3JgRhX8

[@kidfromstatenisland]

Going to send this to a couple of friends - and I'm going to definitely order the book.

[@solarcabin]

wood stoves take up a lot of room because of clearances. I designed an outdoor wood furnace that you can build next to your cabin that would work. They also make rocket stoves and small boat wood stoves that take less space. if you use a couch bed or small bed and take out that desk you could put a small wood stove on that wall where the desk is.

[@slwhite1959]

WOW you thought of everything. GOOD job nice floor plan

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- If you use the shed roof design and just set them side by side no one would know they were two separate units. You could have a large master bedroom, workshop or large living area in the second cabin and would be a very nice house!

[@dewfew1]

Hey Lamar. thank you for the show case of your Lil' Luxury Cabin, I know I am a few years late but better late than never I always say. Lamar, I do like it for the most part this little cabin, except for one small detail that you didn't include mention when a person is going to use the nice big bath and shower? Where is the water heater for taking a warm shower or bath, where I live the water is a bit too Cold to take a shower or to wash dishes, other than no water heater it's a great little cabin. Respectfully dd

[@windy1one]

I like this one the best! Nice work…great use of space.

[@margof1437]

I liked this idea. Great use of space. Respectfully, Margo

[@ThePromiseOfHeaven]

All I can say is WQW! I have been a fan of yours for awhile now ever since I discovered your vid about the off the grid home you first built. That one was amazing, however this design is fantastic. I am handicapped and knew the "original" one would not work for me as I would not be able to access the loft. Was very jealous though, heheh. Thank you so much for sharing this. It's a design I CAN live with. Can't wait to get the book. God bless you.

[@solarcabin]

It all depends on the county and some just require an approved septic and water system. In most rural counties you can build under 200 sqft as a dry cabin using solar and a composting toilet.

[@MimiZ914]

Great design! Love it.

[@The66Channel]

The bathroom idea is great. My wife shouldn`t see that.... If you cut the reling of the full size bed and lift it up, you will have even more storage than you have now. Because of my english i don`t know exactly, how to explain, but you can see it in my video "tiny home tour". I have a storage under my bed and under the couch, because i have to store big things. You did a awesome job with this design. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to your next book. Greetings.

[@solarcabin]

You have several options for heat and I would use a small propane wall heater. Solar and wind installation info is in my other vids.

[@roxyie1122]

Awesome video! I would skip the tub design in favor of a huge shower so hubby and I could shower together as we are disabled and it takes two. My only fear is claustrophobia but I think the easy outdoor access would help with that. Really like this!

[@b5thomas7]

That is a super efficient package - well done. This would make wonderful rental property. I think you need to incorporate an outdoor shower into one of your designs. (say the beachbum) You've really reignited my passion for architecture and mini-home design. Keep up the good work.

[@solarcabin]

I leave those out in these cabins because they are designed for off-grid use and you have several options. I would heat and cook with propane and use a small OD water heater. AC could be a window unit. Built ins are hard to estimate but materials would be around $1000. Basic cabin framing about $2000.

[@solarcabin]

I would use a small On Demand water that can go in the built in by the toilet. Furnace would be propane unit in that wall under the tv. AC could be a window unit or swamp cooler on the roof.

[@Ubermacht334]

This is a great design!!

[@solarcabin]

For just the floor, walls and roof structure insulated and sealed would be around $2000. The built-ins would depend on whether you can do it your self or have them built but materials would be around $1000 if you use nice wood.

[@solarcabin]

I would use a small OD water heater that will fit under the sink counter or behind that built-in cabinet in the bathroom.

[@bobettebryan6589]

A great design. I'd take the wall out between the front room and kitchen though for an added sense of size and greater visual appeal.

[@DreamingCatStudio]

He mentioned he designed this for someone who specifically requested separate spaces.

[@terrorchan8088]

This would be a perfect house for someone living alone without much need for so much space. As someone who is about to enter college and wants to live alone, this would be great.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- as with all my cabin designs the furnishings are completely optional and you could easily expand this cabin plan with a barn roof and loft. The garden tub was just to show how luxurious these small cabins can be made but for efficiency a shower or smaller tub would be recommended.

[@solarcabin]

I have used pocket doors in some designs but they can be a problem in a small cabin because you may have wiring and plumbing in those walls and there may no be enough room to slide a door into the wall. if they fit use them but the accordion door or folding doors take up little space and are better than a conventional swinging door in small houses.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- I am working hard on it and should be done in the next few months.

[@wmartin2675]

It's a fantastic design ! My only question is a question I asked myself years ago. I built a single car garage 12 x 20 , at completion I asked myself why I didn't go 16 x 20 for very little more labor or material cost ?? I read your post on sheds above and I get it. If you use vertical siding as in , 4 x 8 sheets you sacrifice half of one sheet to build 10 wide , why not 3 full vertical sheets to get 12 ft width ? A world of difference inside living area . I know addl rafter length etc. Cost is minimal and pay once , you enjoy the cabin for years ,! It would add 40 sq ft... 20 % more sq ft of living area.. again great design it's just my 2 cents ! 👍

[@davidhilyer9342]

I love this cabin,just Brought your off grid book some great ideas im going to use.Thanks love watching your videos

[@solarcabin]

@Ray All of my designs are completely modifiable. A shower stall would free up some room and you can put an RV size range oven in the kitchen.

[@jennifersmith8900]

I was thinking upgrade the fridge and put a dish washer where the compact fridge use to be or more cabinets

[@solarcabin]

Thanks!

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- glad you liked it!

[@Kethlar]

Ok cool... I was thinking the stove was the RV style, so a DW of that same size would be perfect. Thank you. And thank you for the video it gives me a lot of ideas.

[@martinkolo]

great stuff! Thank you for the ideas! I'm also against life-long loans and stress coming in the package. Regards from Poland.

[@solarcabin]

Cob is nice but takes more skill to work with. I use a solar composting toilet of my own design that evaporates off all the moisture and no compost pit necessary. Plans are in my book.

[@solarcabin]

Not all people want or can use a loft. It gets harder to climb a ladder when you get older or have disabilities. You could add a loft to this cabin design using a higher peak or barn style roof.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- this would be a good design for a disabled person or older people that don't want to climb a ladder to a loft and it has a separate bedroom/office for people that work from home.

[@solarcabin]

These cabins are designed for off-grid use and you can use wood heat, propane, solar and wind power and alternative passive systems. I explain these systems in my many other vids and book. You can run anything off solar if your system is big enough.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks Roxyie! You could do a double shower with grab bars and I make the doors 3 feet wide and that sliding door would make it feel bigger.

[@solarcabin]

I have one- watch my Tiny Transformer cabin videos. Same 10x20 but with a different floor plan and I show how to use the shed roof to expand them.

[@KyleCarrington]

perfect for BC where a portable building does not require a permit. if built on skids, it can be transported. nice work

[@vego_rebel]

Awsome design, I love the details.

[@solarcabin]

Sure it is designed for two people. Bathrooms in small houses are placed so plumbing can have short runs.

[@alfr1]

Short water heater where the dishwasher is, and a window in the bathroom for several reasons like odors and mold, and 3 baseboard heaters at base of outside walls with a small window unit A/C in the bedroom. I like the overall plan just fine, it would make an admirable tiny home, trailer type. And I would use plastic panels on the walls of the shower instead of tile, because tile might come lose when moving. Just adding a few tiny ideas to see if you would approve. Thanks, Love your videos, hope to use the windows in the septic tank or at least black paint on tank cover if I ever get to build something like this.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- this would make a nice park model and interior can be modified any way you want to fit your needs.

[@solarcabin]

Thank ya friend!

[@solarcabin]

Thank ya!

[@solarcabin]

OD stands for On Demand and they do not have a tank and use much less space. Look on Amazon for all kinds of these.

[@solarcabin]

I would use 2x2s since they are not load bearing and do not have to be insulated to save a few inches which matters in a small house.

[@solarcabin]

It depends on the materials used but a basic frame, shell and insulated would be around $2000-$3000 not including windows and doors or any interior finish. A good shed builder could build one for you.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks friend!

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- the picture doesn't show it but I would recommend a vent hood over that stove and some microwaves have a vent hood built in but it could certainly be placed on the other side or in the cubby over the window.

[@thejunqueprophet]

You did a great job...thanks for sharing! :)

[@betsyoman7173]

Where's the furnace and water heater? There is probably other equipment that I haven't thought of. Could it be up in the peak?

[@raypaquette2052]

Excellent design, Lamar. Brilliant use of space with all the built-ins -- it really makes it so much bigger than it seems. For myself, I would probably prefer to have a 3x3 shower stall rather than a large garden tub like that. Do you think that could be done and add a little more to the kitchen area? Maybe some additional counter space for a small toaster/convection oven? It looks like there isn't an oven with that stove unit. I'm seriously considering going small, and this design jumped to the front of the list, provided I could spring for the cost. Also, digging the music too, my friend. Keep up the good work!

[@4141jmkm]

Very nice!

[@CalicoCat1973]

if you can find one, you could fit one of those wall mounted ironing boards into the wall there between the tall closet and the couch.

[@solarcabin]

Most towns have a vocational school where you can take basic carpentry classes at low cost. There are also lots of god books online and at the library that will help.

[@iwantosavemoney]

i have to say well thought out good use of space. this cabin is great i like every thing you have in it. but i would like a few alternative ways of building it with out the garden tub i really like this plan and with a loft might just suit me and my wife 5/5 stars

[@believeliveloveandlaugh3844]

I like it very much.

[@solarcabin]

These cabins work well for bug out but are also good for a guest house, vacation home or for retired people so I design them for many purposes.

[@maneuschwander6394]

Do you still offer your book "Ten Little Tiny Cabins' book for sale? Or are these plans not in your newer book? I am looking for the plans for this Lil' Luxury Cabin. Thx!

[@solarcabin]

Sorry, I lost that file when my computer crashed.

[@solarcabin]

That's because small cabins can use many alternative systems. I show you how to install propane furnaces in my other videos. not all homes need AC and I teach people how to use passive cooling in my book. These are not traditional homes they are cabins designed for off-grid living.

[@solarcabin]

These cabins are designed for off-grid use and can use alternative power and heating appliances. The new book will explain using these systems.

[@solarcabin]

I should have added: you could easily build two of these side by side with a shed style roof and then you would have 2 more big 10x10 rooms for a living room and a large work space or office or master bedroom. Contact me if you want a sketchup.

[@KyleCarrington]

I agree , I've spent at least a dozen hours going over many different plans, and this is about as practical as it can get, because like you say, all you need to do expand this is open a door from the bathroom into a second exact same building. And if you think about, it is a bit strange to use a bathroom as a passageway - however - hallways are a waste of space~

[@markfrank0924]

I like it, this is an excellent and I would even say perfect living space. I do have one question and that concerns water heating. I did not see one and wondered if this was an oversight or if I missed it?

[@solarcabin]

Thanks, this one could be put on skids pretty easily.

[@allysonking7355]

Make this floorplan a 14X30 and you could have it wheelchair accessible...which would be GREAT for soooo many folks who like their own space and independence but who cannot live totally without help close by.

[@allysonking7355]

where to get plan? Thanks!!

[@olyglot]

solarcabin Would you ever consider using a metal shipping container? The huge ones that are used for overseas shipping? It would be near the same size as this but with a little modifications. Any way you can use this program to make a rough draft layout?

[@keefdestefano8673]

Nice one, Lamar

[@solarcabin]

Yes that would be nice!

[@damegayle1]

Great plans, but I would make a change for the table and chairs: Foldup/down table on same wall as now, chair rack (not rail) on wall above table to hang chairs when not in use, or folding chairs to hand on wall. All this to facilitate movement of wheeled butcher block cart. As it is you would need to be constantly moving the cart when you need access to the stove/oven and use of the bathroom! This way the table/chairs would be out of the way until needed.

[@mollymarie02]

This is awesome!!!

[@gealachinion]

Thank you so much for all of these excellent designs! I appreciate how you make it so easy to visualize and customize the layouts for individual needs. I'm thinking of making this one but swapping out the w/d with a bookcase and removing one of the closets to store my harp. Do you have any tips for where to get some basic building and/or woodworking training? Thanks again and I can't wait for the book!

[@RikTat]

sorry, ran out of space. Where are the utilities like a water heater, heating, cooling etc? How much would this home cost to build? How much more for the built in's? I love your work and ideas. Thanks again, and God bless you and your efforts. Catherine

[@RDStudios]

Nice design. Only I would like to include a small box wood stove. No propane. Any ideas how you would do that in this design?

[@ThePromiseOfHeaven]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for the info and all your hard work. Appreciate it! I am really excited to see the plans and hope to be able to utilize this for my own needs. I am just so impressed. I also forgot to ask but can this be added on to like your "original" plan? God bless

[@paverop]

Hey Lamar. Another good video. I cant wait till you put one out. Now, I know you try to keep it under 200 sq. ft, Is the loft size considered square footage? I'd like to build one, but I'm not sure about the local building codes. If I do build one, its gotta have a loft in it so I thought I'd ask.

[@JojoCrazyCat]

Cool ideas.