Budget Breakdown: This $193K Off-Grid Tiny House Is Burly Enough for Canadian Winters

The couple behind Alberta’s Refuge Bay retreat commission a compact getaway designed to stay cozy even when the mercury hits -40 degrees.
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When Lindsey Litke and Chris Russell asked Kevin and Heather of Fritz Tiny Homes to create a custom off-grid getaway on wheels for their Refuge Bay glamping resort in Alberta, Canada, they insisted the dwelling have as many windows as possible. "We wanted our guests to feel nature no matter the season, and to be able to take in all the wildlife, seasonal changes, and growth cycles—for them not to miss a moment," says Lindsey.

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Laura Mauk
Laura Mauk writes about architecture and design for Dwell, Wallpaper*, the San Francisco Chronicle, Interiors and Luxe.