These $103K Tiny Homes Are Designed to Withstand Norway’s Frigid Winters
Norske Mikrohus tells us that demand is growing for their four turnkey tiny home models—but the company cautions against high international shipping costs.
Norske Mikrohus tells us that demand is growing for their four turnkey tiny home models—but the company cautions against high international shipping costs.
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"Wow, this is fun!" was David Reiss-Andersen’s reaction when his wife, Jeanette, showed him pictures of tiny homes on Instagram. Something about the exchange inspired them to try out the trend themselves, and the couple built their first model over the next six months. Everything snowballed from there: They founded Norske Mikrohus in 2018, opened a factory for production in Vollebekk, Oslo, and then had to move to larger premises three years later to keep up with demand. "It seems like we hit upon and created a trend that’s here to stay," David tells us.
While their homes have become more popular, the regulations around tiny homes in Norway have evolved. As an example, when Dwell featured Norske Mikrohus four years ago, the fabricator was building their homes on wheels—something they’re no longer allowed to do. "For now, the [tiny house] trend is a step ahead of the regulations; hopefully, this will change," explains David. Fortunately, the increasing demand and oversight have also brought new opportunities and directions for growth. Here, David and Jeanette talk to us about what lays in store for their company, including the construction of a tiny house village and the launch of a brand-new microhouse design.
The Heim (which translates to home in Norwegian) is a 200-square-foot model. Without any added features, it costs just over $120K.
Photo courtesy of Norske Mikrohus AS
What qualities make your tiny home stand apart from the rest?
Norway’s demanding climate, characterized by hot summers, wet autumns, and cold winters, necessitates careful consideration in our building practices. Our tiny houses are crafted locally in Norway, specifically tailored to withstand the varied Norwegian climate. As developers operating in Norway, we adhere to rigorous regulations to ensure that our end users receive a robust and high-quality product.
Beyond our commitment to building tiny houses with exceptional quality, our primary focus is on functionality. Designing homes within a 30-square-meter (323-square-foot) space is a true art, and we proudly assert that our solutions are meticulously crafted to meet high standards of well-thought-out functionality, providing a satisfying life cycle on a compact footprint.
The 10-foot interior ceiling height allows a bed to be lofted above the bathroom at one end of the unit. The stairs leading up to the sleeping area double as storage cabinets.
Photo courtesy of Norske Mikrohus AS
More storage is concealed beneath the daybed. Oak woodwork can be found throughout the unit—from the flooring to the kitchen counters.
Photo courtesy of Norske Mikrohus AS
See the full story on Dwell.com: These $103K Tiny Homes Are Designed to Withstand Norway’s Frigid Winters
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