We designed and built our own home with our own hands. After one full year of living in it, here's the good, bad, and ugly of what we've learned about our...
Name: Jennie Hoekstra, Luke Hoekstra, Jude (9), Neve (7), Wilder (4), Marmalade (the cat), Miki and Mandu (Australian Zebra Finches), and a flock of semi-retired hens. Location: Kemble — Ontario, Canada Size: 1,665 square feet Years Lived In: 6 months, owned In the spring of 2017 a lovely four-acre lot came up for sale in the rural village where we live. We knew the property well and loved it, but understood that it was on an unmaintained road with no hydro, so building would be tricky.
Name: Jennie Hoekstra, Luke Hoekstra, Jude (9), Neve (7), Wilder (4), Marmalade (the cat), Miki and Mandu (Australian Zebra Finches), and a flock of semi-retired hens. Location: Kemble — Ontario, Canada Size: 1,665 square feet Years Lived In: 6 months, owned In the spring of 2017 a lovely four-acre lot came up for sale in the rural village where we live. We knew the property well and loved it, but understood that it was on an unmaintained road with no hydro, so building would be tricky.
In the heart of the Catskill mountains, this beautiful off grid A-frame cabin sits on a two-acre property with private access, surrounded by woods.
Sitting sympathetically in an open paddock, this off-grid house captures views without compromising on environmental performance.
This Earthship home is an incredibly gorgeous, off grid eco-retreat. It's nestled into a hillside in beautiful Waikato, New Zealand.
Living off the grid is the bomb (I mean, zero electricity bills and minimal impact on the planet is pretty cool), but the bit that no one tells you is - you don’t actually have to live off-grid to access many of the benefits.
Image 21 of 25 from gallery of Ridge House / GriD Architects. Plan
Mimicking the peaks of the surrounding conifers, an A-frame house in Sikhall, Vänersborg, Sweden is designed for entirely self-sufficient living. The largely wood and glass construction is the project of Naturvillan, a Swedish architecture firm focusing on building homes with minimal impacts on the environment. The triangular model shown here is “Atri,” a light-filled house with a wood-burning stove and solar panels attached to its slanted roof. Intended for energy production in both winter and summer, the two sources are robust enough to heat the water and provide electricity. More
Many people ask me, what does it take to go off grid and live self sufficiently. So, today I decided to sit down and write everything you need to get started off grid, along with a checklist.
Naturvillan has designed a self- sufficient nature house called Atri incorporated with a greenhouse in Sweden.
760 sq ft Modern Tiny House Plan, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 16' wide x 26' deep, 2-story structure on a concrete slab foundation.
This off grid cabin is a beautiful example of a solar-powered tiny house built on a small budget, and it has no mortgage or utility bills!
Located on one of the last remaining undeveloped coastal areas in California, this modern off-grid guest house resides on a wildlife preserve
Blending with its natural surrounds and created to be off the grid, this bushveld house was designed to disrupt the landscape as little as possible.
On the quiet island of Eleuthera, Miami-based architects built a low maintenance holiday home complete with storm-doors and ocean views
Brother-and-sister designers Tim and Penny Hay created an off-the-grid, all-black cabin for their family estate on Great Barrier Island, New Zealand.
Architect Nadine Engelbrecht designed an off grid modern farmhouse retreat sited on a 35-hectare farm just outside of Pretoria, South Africa.
Transform your approach to sustainable living with our list of 75 off grid living ideas! Find groundbreaking, eco-conscious ideas for a better life.
the dwelling by anderson architecture is a safe haven in a high-risk bushfire-prone area and offers sustainable living under extreme conditions while coexisting with nature.
The Mini Rambler is at home both on and off the grid. Inspired by Icelandic architecture, this design contrasts a minimalist exterior with an inviting and relaxed interior. Expansive glass, soaring ceilings, operable skylights, and three full-sized suites are just a few reasons to make this remarkable structure yours. Take the first step towards building your dream home and investing in your future with our customizable, high-end architectural plans. Designed for discerning homeowners with a passion for sophisticated living, our handcrafted plans provide the perfect blueprint for creating a home that's as unique as you are. With instant downloads and expert support, we make it easy to start building your luxury lifestyle today.
It's absolutely gorgeous inside.
Many people dream of going off grid, living close to nature, building a sustainable home, growing their own food, and taking charge of their time and money. So what stops the majority of them from
This modern off-the-grid home was designed by Assembledge+, located in the foothills of Laurel Canyon in Los Angeles. California.
Name: Jennie Hoekstra, Luke Hoekstra, Jude (9), Neve (7), Wilder (4), Marmalade (the cat), Miki and Mandu (Australian Zebra Finches), and a flock of semi-retired hens. Location: Kemble — Ontario, Canada Size: 1,665 square feet Years Lived In: 6 months, owned In the spring of 2017 a lovely four-acre lot came up for sale in the rural village where we live. We knew the property well and loved it, but understood that it was on an unmaintained road with no hydro, so building would be tricky.
Pump House is a compact, off-grid home for simple living. Owners and guests can enjoy a quiet night, a cup of tea and quality time with their horse, George.
Designed by Penda, the Yin + Yang House is located in the German city of Kassel, which is situated on the Fulda River in northern Hesse. Led by designer Chris
Passive House design strategies can greatly reduce building energy demand, but which system is best?
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Welcome to the world of tiny houses with lofts! These small yet mighty homes have taken the world by storm, offering a unique and affordable way to live in style. With their clever use of space and innovative designs, tiny houses with lofts are perfect for those who want to downsize without sacrificing comfort or […]
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