Modern Minimalist Translucent Tiny House

[@judithbonnick3529]

I’m in awe of your creativity and talent, your ability to think outside the square…..literally.

[@m.denonsens]

Mind blown by how you’ve solved all the problems of an awkward lot, and introduced the material of polycarbonate. Fascinating house design, congrats!

[@annadomokos1385]

The polycarbonate is very loud when raining.

[@pamsmith7369]

Brilliant design once again. I like the way you situate the house on the property instead of just plopping a rectangle or square in the middle, like many houses are done. You take into consideration the seasons, country, light aspect and times of the day as the sun rises and sets. Brilliant! I guess that’s where your architecture training comes in. You don’t try to ‘wow’ with bizarre and shocking designs. Just organized and logical simplicity that’s also beautiful! Your voice is so calming and gives a relaxed mode to your videos, as well. I could listen to you speak about your designs for hours! Thank you once again!

[@corinnecoombs2956]

I really like your designs. Just wondering how it would be possible to build out of polycarbonate and be warm in a cold climate?

[@k.s.k.7721]

There are polycarbonate panels made for greenhouse use in cold weather, so yes, there are some options. These have channels built in, so there's trapped air within each panel. Using materials made for commercial use in residential buildings opens up all sorts of opportunities.

[@constancearnold9367]

Another gem! I'm always struck by by your calm and modest vocal presentation describing your exciting and gobsmacking designs! ;)

[@amandahanna-doull762]

I can’t tell you how encouraging it is to come across your work - it helps me to feel creating a beautiful home is achievable in this era of housing on the planet … and to not have to compromise on beautiful, thoughtful, exciting design. I’m so grateful you are putting your talents and gifts to this direction… you may never know just how many people you’re helping… and how many ripples of possibility you’re helping open for ALL 🌎🙏🏽🌊❤️‍🔥🌅☀️😊🤍💖

[@franciscawrites8972]

I absolutely love watching the design take shape.

[@JTCDesignStudio]

Really interesting concept. I love how you explained the positioning planning of the structure, especially using those tracing paper. Oh the good ol days..😅 another great video!

[@gemmawheeler]

😂 tracing paper is still alive and well for me! Thanks for your comment

[@JTCDesignStudio]

@@gemmawheeler oh I didn’t mean it that way..lol. But some of these younger generation only knows digital design software. But i really do appreciate the tracing paper..hated it when i was young though 😅

[@kedrickcondie5213]

Wow your drawings are so great!! I'm a freshman at college in the US studying architecture and am a big fan of these types of channels. I also appreciate your transitions between SketchUp and hand drafting. So cool!

[@williamfagan1350]

The thought and planning you put into these small buildings is fantastic and inspiring. I've worked with architects on my own homes and your insight and thought processes are a cut above. Well done!

[@christoll8128]

I looked over this plot a year or two ago. Scratched my head. Couldn’t see anything working. Thank you for opening my eyes. An elegant solution indeed.

[@TheKnittedRaven]

Love how you capitalized on the features of this property and used innovative materials to create something special. This Lantern Cottage is so inviting! I also like the idea of having a small auxiliary space in the garden - perhaps a studio space that could accommodate an overnight guest. With thoughtful consideration to the development of the garden, this could be a marvelous home for a couple or single person. Love it!

[@jmk1962]

Another great design. I love the way you talk through your design thought process and you have the most soothing speaking voice which is so pleasant to listen to.

[@gemmawheeler]

If you're interested to learn more about polycarbonate as a building material, please refer to the links in the video description.

[@konceptsketcher]

I'm obsessed with tiny houses, and your work inspires me! Each video brings me so much joy, that I start daydreaming!

[@brighdaylen]

I'm really enjoying your channel - it's fun, informative, and relaxing :)

[@pamelaclark1283]

I love how thorough you are....everything is remembered..storage, views, coziness, wood storage. Wow..just wow.

[@waweboardgirl]

These videos are so interesting. I would love to see more of them. Perhaps also catered to different climates.

[@brucebaur481]

my new favorite "meal time" entertainment !

[@nicolesnider2788]

Would love to see and hear about the room you are in during the introduction. I love the colors and how calm it feels.

[@sw6118]

Deciding where the building should be on the land and potential sight lines is so important. As I look around most don’t seem to think about these or worse yet they want you to see an expensive building (at the expense of privacy and landscape/large trees). I really only want to know so much about my neighbors.

[@KomodoSound]

fun concept! though I wonder what is the R value of polycarbonate and if it would provide sufficient thermal insulation

[@lindadamon2453]

I am also curious about the R value of the polycarbonate and it's longevity?

[@johnathanquinn9143]

An interesting concept for sure, but IMO only a concept. Any insulation would block light, and the location demands high levels of insulation. As a previous comment mentioned, the actual planning consent on this site is for something in keeping with the surroundings… the narrow mindedness of planning departments is mind boggling. All that being said, I really enjoy the insight you have given in the thought processes for this design and those in your other videos. Subscribed.

[@shadyhollowfarm]

I love your work! Thank you so much and please keep doing this!

[@kristiet.9315]

I love watching what you do! If I wasn’t a genealogist I would’ve been a draftsman. Love figuring out flow.

[@jossfan]

So interesting to see how your architect's mind approaches the designs you show us. Really enjoying all your videos Gemma - thank you, and looking forward to more!

[@christopherfugle6592]

Blown away with the glow in the evening...Just from computer generated 3d models, this home felt magical, in touch with its place on this earth. You are so talented.

[@marcoziervogel6957]

Love your ideas for small and awkward places and spaces

[@delia4836]

Lovely! I enjoy your work, both the architectural creativity and the video production.

[@roybarnett1055]

I really enjoy your channel. Great designs and explanations

[@jamesduncan578]

Thanks for sharing your ideas, I find them refreshing and inspiring.

[@drewmagnus3564]

I’m really loving your work and delighted to be an early subscriber, looking forward to more of these. You have a lovely, calm presenting style and clear explanations of your thought process. Keep up the great work! You might be interested in some of Daniel Titchener’s videos. He does some great redesigns of rooms but what might interest you is whatever software he uses for rendering the final images and walkthroughs as they have excellent lighting and very smooth.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thank you Drew!

[@jmk1962]

Another great channel on YT is Priscila Azzini she does amazing container home designs.

[@SuzanneWho]

@@jmk1962 Yes, my favorite “tiny” is from her site. It’s a container but could be done with same size stick built tiny. I’m in the process of trying to plan it to my needs. 👍🐈‍⬛

[@susiehaddock6224]

love your delicate attention to light and the delightful effect it has in our lives.

[@royer_redos]

Another amazing solution. This one I really love and would consider using when I build tiny houses at the back of my property.

[@stevewilson6390]

New fan here ! Very creative thinking for a potential new home . Love it.

[@heehaw-i6u]

This is lovely. Watching with interest from rural Perthshire. x

[@raycooper3269]

This place is great. The attention to light is very appealing.

[@juliamacdonald3767]

Love, love, love your intelligent, thoughtful videos.

[@franciscawrites8972]

interesting site placement, and some good considerations for materials used. Thanks

[@shananananara]

I think this is a really well thought-out space Gemma! Not for me for living in, but I think for commercial spaces it would be amazing! I'm thinking wedding venues, pubs, or a section of a nice restaurant. It would be a magical experience to have a special night out in a place like this.

[@victoriamacpriest7130]

Thank you for sharing your designs with the world. They inspire me ❤

[@kailee5694]

The only thing I would change is adding some windows so cross ventilation could be achieved. I personally love having windows open to air out my house, sleeping with a breeze, and smelling the natural air. Other than that, I am amazed at what you can create.

[@DownwiththeTowerexJW]

extremely thoughtful design. Beautiful work. I live in Southern California. We have very strict building codes. For example, the staircase you've designed would not be code compliant here due to the high fall hazard it poses. I've been to Europe so I know the standards are different. But, I do believe it allows for more creative freedom in my opinion.

[@gemmawheeler]

Hi Adrian, thanks so much for your thoughts. There are different rules for mezzanines though it depends where you are, what the usage of the space is, and the overall scale of the structure. Ultimately in creating these concept designs I’m not treating the projects as if I’d be taking them through to construction but rather want to explore the feeling of spaces. I always have the rules in the back of my mind as a default so they do guide my decisions, I just decided to set some parameters for where I’d focus my efforts.

[@jtwillis9855]

@@gemmawheeler I love that you mention exploring the feeling of the space .. . I think its an often overlooked concept. Great design and look forward to more!

[@DownwiththeTowerexJW]

@@gemmawheeler I see. That makes perfect sense. Thank you

[@hannahroberts6295]

I'm absolutely captivated with your small house designs! I live in Canberra Australia on a 1,043 sq metre suburban block with a modest house. I could definitely fit a little house in my backyard! Oh,if only I had the money!

[@non_clemente]

This is a unique and fantastic videos, please mind the audio levels, it seems very low. Other than that, very useful videos for prospective small house owners. Hope to watch more.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks so much for flagging this up. I’ll keep an eye on it for the next one.

[@marya.8980]

mesmerized by your creativity, ingenuity, and presentation. Thank you for all that you are offering💚

[@handorling]

Congratulations on a great channel. I really like your content! If you need some more projects, I need a 1950s bungalow redesigned 😊

[@ellenfoster9764]

Your voice is so appealing and your designs are so inventive. I love this channel!

[@elizabethtatum-soprano]

Just beautiful and so relaxing to watch the whole process. I love the use of light, the garden space, and the nighttime glow

[@zhmw]

I live in the suburbs of a large city in southern USA, and I am convinced that some of these developers only consider how to squeeze as many houses in an area, (that was once old farmland or vacant field) as much as possible with no consideration to headlights shining into a living room window, side windows facing into the next door neighbor's side window, or the direction of the sun, etc. Our house shades our back deck, in late afternoon and evening, and the side window of a bedroom faces the next door neighbor's windowless side wall of their garage, but my husband and I overlooked these features when purchasing our house, so we feel very lucky. But why can't developers be more considerate towards nature and neighbors, which can still be cost efficient, when designing suburban developments? Love listening to your gentle voice and your consideration to privacy, efficient floor plan, position of the house on the lot, how the house will blend into the community and also, nature.

[@sarahtyster7342]

brilliant and wonderful space.

[@lmgtulsa]

Your videos are amazing. So well done, researched and executed.

[@sheilamayfield9587]

Love your designs,

[@rimasflora1453]

أحببت التصاميم كلها انت مبدعة حقا تحياتي لك

[@ginacrusco234]

I love the glow of the house. Is the polycarbonate material insulating?

[@beau5271]

Oh boom this one has a fridge! Watched all the videos now, the glass house is absolutely my favorite.

[@beau5271]

@@gemmawheeler very cool, saves a fair bit of wall space. I look forward to watching your next videos. They are good

[@justsomebody7702]

I am so so so impressed by you and I absolutely love watching your videos!!

[@marciodoo]

Cool concept, Gemma! Warm hugs from Brazil!

[@chriskar4391]

I have watched many videos , arhitectural, inner design , renovations but you are really something else, drawings , explanations, 3D presentations,,,you have a natural harisma of connect and disconnect materials, spaces , emotions and feelings in an excellent healthy meal for the mind and soul of the viewer in any detail, even the most grumpy minds who want to add something or criticism , after watching your work are peaceful and satisfied like puppies,,,,lol, however, thank you very much for sharing with us your beautiful creations. 16:30 local time

[@dubliner1100]

Brilliant as usual 👌

[@sooz9433]

Just a beautiful design. I know nothing about Architecture but I know what I like and I adore this!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@AprilRyan1985]

Fantastic, thank you!

[@estherstephens1858]

I’m binge watching your videos 😂. You have posted very few so far but I’m looking forward to seeing more. I subscribed.

[@sarahbeckwith1675]

Looks amazing! My only question would be concerning insulation with the large (beautiful) opaque walls.

[@danatmatchvox]

beautiful

[@brookieboydabom]

This looks really great, but left me wondering - what is the thermal performance of the translucent polycarbonate material? Would it comply with building regs?

[@petergrimshaw8291]

I don’t think that is the idea in these designs Stuart. They are really just a concept, an artistic idea.

[@DawnDavidson]

It’s a good question. I also am wondering how the building is to be kept clean, so if stays white and translucent. But it is certainly a gorgeous design and I love the consideration of light.

[@EH23831]

Love this! How does the polycarbonate work for insulation? I love the translucency, (such a clever alternative to glass) but it seems like it wouldn’t insulate. Cheers

[@FidoHouse]

The translucent walls are fascinating but how would you insulate them for cold weather occupation?

[@thomas351]

a fan of the original video and plan ...it was quite exciting watching and comparing yessing and noing great presentaion and just the fact that two people independently created the same spaces brilliant!

[@peggyhall2763]

I love this little home! I’m curious about in ability of the polycarbonate to keep the homeowner warm in the winter.

[@rl3799]

Really interesting - many thanks.

[@archeewaters]

that's an interesting material. almost lime living in a tent

[@twilightshealy4152]

Love this design... but where do you park....even a Mini Cooper ?🤔

[@daz7834]

Love your work ❤ 😎🤙💯⭐

[@gregdyer1380]

So inspiring!!

[@cpmatthews]

I love watching your videos. Thanks so much for posting them. You can really feel the passion you have for your art / craft / work! A question on this - what are your thoughts on the practicality of the polycarbonate in Scotland? I don’t have building experience but I imagine the insulating properties aren’t great for polycarbonate?

[@rossharrisonmcintyre2302]

I am really interested in your videos! Very inspirational. I wonder if one time you could do a video (if it is within your remit) on how the practicalities in Scotland on purchases land and building your own home. I would not know where to begin, or how to finance this. I live in a modern flat in Glasgow, and dream of a small cottage on a modest plot of land. Thanks in advance.

[@moritz_schoenermann]

I loved it. I also love how you do explain the planes and positioning according to the light. I have some curiosity about the material used. Is it resistent enough to handle snow acmulation, storms & cia.? Does the stair and piched roof have the same inclination angle? Which would be the stone used? I love stones, but where I live is all about bricks an d concrete... Also how wide is the sttair and how big is the bathroom? is there a limit for how many floors you can have? thanks! :)

[@paealeemacdonald613]

This is amazing

[@maurolimaok]

Nice! Very nice!

[@SuperJuul81]

Everything looks nicer with classic Danish chairs ;-)

[@emmakeatingclark2825]

Fascinating!!!

[@volkerbosch9078]

Brilliant !

[@danatmatchvox]

Again lovely clear work...concerns re insulation and self-sufficiency

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks! Hm it was a tricky one to visualise and capture the translucence of the material while also showing it’s insulated! I’ve put another link in the video description that talks more about the product’s thermal properties in case it’s of interest :)

[@oysterdiva2853]

Bravo!! 👏👏👏

[@dianewassell7693]

Love this design and the thought behind it. What would you do for insulation though?

[@snailscourge9873]

My question too.

[@gemmawheeler]

Thanks - I’ve put more info in the video description and answered some other comments

[@dianewassell7693]

Very interesting, thank you.

[@snailscourge9873]

@@gemmawheeler - thanks for the links re: the polycarbonate panels. Fascinating!

[@rhysbrandon477]

Love the channel!

[@merrylmarsh9037]

Exquisite!!!

[@rivermorey8970]

Hi live these videos. How would this design go staying warm in that cold climate without insulation? Is that the reason for a double layer of the polycarbonate ?

[@Juhulia76]

Hi Gemma, I find your videos very inspiring for my own house plans. I've been thinking about a polycarbonate roof too, but I wonder about condensation. in the cold season, when the heating is on, would there not be condensation water running down the inside of the roof? LIke when camping when everything gets wet...? What do you think?

[@reneeitzen6744]

I love your videos

[@fedeficiency6386]

What a wonderful design. What are the floor plan dimensions for this drawing? Would love to know the ration of depth to width.

[@rnd330]

I am enamored with the design concept, but curious about external noise pollution… I imagine the double walled polycarbonate would muffle sound somewhat, but not to the same degree as typical construction materials.

[@SirHeinzbond]

just an idea, instead of the shutters at 8:06, i would do some louvre between the semi transparent Roof Part, integrated and electric so you can switch on the lights and privacy at the same time... i would totally buy this one...

[@hv1946FLUSA]

Enjoy your comments as you move through your projects.

[@tanya2660]

I absolutely love the design, although personally I would worry for my safety given the translucency

[@milaprskalo5777]

Fabulous, but how insulating is the polycarbonate? How does this product pass energy efficiency ratings?

[@angelaballard3929]

Beautiful. I'd happily live in this though I wonder about the thermal properties of polycarbonate in Scotland!

[@gemmawheeler]

I’m curious about the exact u-values too now! But I live in Edinburgh and can see a public building from my home that has used it … so I’m hopeful :)

[@Henriksimonsimonsen]

love it !!

[@artfulescape]

Great videos! Really enjoy your explanations and visual layering, I use tracing paper all the time for sketching and testing ideas on art projects. What modeling app do you use?

[@gemmawheeler]

Thank you! I use sketchup :)