Mini Homes: 5 Ideas, 35 Inspiring Examples

Today we’ll show you a collection of tiny homes that can be transformed into fully functional relaxation zones.

1. Greenhouse

Do you love plants and fresh vegetables and fruits? Then you definitely need your own small greenhouse. Growing your own produce is not only healthy but also highly enjoyable!

Plant a few dwarf trees and place a couple of chairs inside your greenhouse to create a peaceful green retreat—perfect for reading or relaxing.

2. Treehouse

If you’re not afraid of your children’s independence, why not create a private relaxation space for them, separate from parents? Americans love building treehouses on their country properties, often placing a small sofa and a toy chest inside.

3. Garden Shed

A shed is where everything leftover from your city apartment eventually ends up—items you don’t want to throw away but can’t use anymore. Let’s look at it from a different angle. Sheds often take up a lot of useful space on a country property. As we’ve seen, they’re full of unused items, making them essentially redundant. Why not transform this structure into a small, functional, and attractive space by storing garden tools and reusable planters inside?

4. Guest Cottage

Do you love hosting guests at your dacha? Then creating a guest cottage is your ideal solution! Turn an old, unused shed into a small, cozy retreat where your family and friends can relax and enjoy nature over the weekend.

Just a coat of paint, a budget-friendly bed with linens, and a couple of table lamps are all you need.

5. Living Room

Another essential feature of any dacha is a shared relaxation area—perfect for hosting a lively dinner party or quietly enjoying a book and a cup of tea. You can create this space from an old greenhouse or, again, from a repurposed shed.