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Solomon Troupe Architects designed this 430-square-foot backyard bedroom suite for the owners to retreat to when their family comes to visit.

The eco-friendly escape is powered by solar panels and a wind turbine—and it even includes a full bath.

The exterior is clad in corrugated, galvanized metal. “We just spray it off with a water house,” says Mark.

The Scottsdale, Arizona-based Element+Form is a design-build firm that specializes in factory-built, prefabricated homes, studios, and additions. Their Spirit line of prefab homes in particular showcases their contemporary designs, while others highlight a local Spanish flair or more traditional designs.

"Radical sustainability

Summary harnesses the power of prefabrication to create a set of compact homes on a breathtaking site.

Located two hours north of Boston, the Rocky Brook weeHouse is carved out of the grade of a steep creekside lot.

The Site Shack in a pristine natural setting in British Columbia.