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“Watching the sunrise and moonrise from the living room is gobsmacking,” says James.

The tiny cabin currently sits on a friend’s property, but it’s designed to be mobile, should the couple need to move it. “It can be dragged away with nothing more than a tractor,” says Nathalie.

In the backyard, the shipping container Modpool is controlled by a smart-tech system which allows it to double as a jacuzzi

This pool has been build into a decking area and features a divider between the pool and a hot tub area.

The micro home movement paints a rosy picture of financial freedom, simplicity, and self-determination—but going small comes with its own set of challenges.

Emma McAllan-Braun and her family of four live in a farmhouse-style tiny home on her parents’ property in British Columbia. Ample outdoors space is a boon when living tiny with young children, but with a compostable toilet, and limited areas to entertain, having family or friends over for gatherings is impossible. "It's a major downside," says Emma.

With limited square footage indoors, the space gets dirty very quickly, especially in a damp climate where Emma’s two girls are constantly tracking in mud and dirt. Getting a good’s night rest can be a challenge, and privacy is hard to come by.

Natural light pours into the kitchen, complete with all new Viking appliances and custom cabinetry that offers ample storage. Its open layout caters to free-flowing entertaining between the living spaces.

Architect Fred Fisher’s California residence recalls family memories of la dolce vita.

"I've always loved the way buildings look when they're under construction, and the walls of the office are basically like open framing," Davis says.

Even the master bathroom boasts spectacular views to the south. Vertical-grain oak, with visible knots, is featured throughout the interior to establish a contemporary, rustic aesthetic in reference to the old farmhouses that inspired the home.

The doors and windows are framed in plaster, which the owners formed, sanded, and finished themselves. The slightly uneven finish gives the home a handcrafted feel that contrasts with the sleekly finished timber work.

The house is hidden from the road and sits on a hilltop clearing that overlooks the rolling farmland of the Mississippi River bluffs in Western Wisconsin. From this vantage point, there is a 270-degree view, with dramatic sunsets over the distant hills.

A large window pivots open and transforms the dining space into an indoor/outdoor bar area.

The living room is situated just above the main-level bedroom at one end of the combined kitchen and dining area, where spotted gum flooring contrasts with white-painted pine walls.