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AbleNook is a Florida-based prefabricated, flat-pack home kit made from aircraft-grade aluminum framing and structural insulated panels (SIPs). Although it started out as an architecture school project, it was later patented through the University of South Florida and makes for an affordable ADU starting at $75,000. Use it as a main residence, eco-friendly second home, or Airbnb. They’re also designed to be potential disaster relief, as they’re ready for just about any terrain or weather conditions, including Florida’s hurricane winds. It’s also expandable to accommodate a range of sizes.

Available to rent on Airbnb, the two-bedroom prefab house as a prototype for their pre-engineered IT House series and made an appearance in Dwell Magazine’s November 2008 issue.

“From the pool, moving out into the back courtyard lawn, an outdoor kitchen with a built-in barbecue grill, stained cement countertop, and copper sink provides a wonderful outdoor dining and gathering space,” says the listing agent.

"Radical sustainability

Despite the small footprint, the units feel larger than 400 or 500 square feet, with ample storage and spacious bathrooms.

Floor Plan of Slope Prefab by Manta North