Can we expect to see Micro Compact Homes in the US anytime soon?
July 28th, 2010 | by Rarzi |Just recently, I read an article about these Micro Compact Homes developed in Germany that take up 75 square feet and can house up to two people. Apparently, they were used as student housing at a university in Munich. They were so popular, the students who lived in them wanted to spend another year studying there. For more information, the links are below:
http://microcompacthome.com/
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2005/08/micro-compact_h.php
Considering the fact that apartments in San Francisco are ridiculously overpriced, I think having these Micro Compact Homes in the US would greatly benefit college students and business travelers. Since they take up little space, they should be inexpensive to rent. What are your opinions?
5 Responses to “Can we expect to see Micro Compact Homes in the US anytime soon?”
By mel on Jul 28, 2010 | Reply
New homes in America are ridiculously large. at some point in time, they will have to reduce the size of new ones, only because of the population increasing, and running out of room.
But don’t expect the rents to get cheaper. The larger places to stay will increase quicker.
By Cattlemanbob on Jul 28, 2010 | Reply
Looks like a great idea. Might be a good idea to buy a thousand or so and stack them up outside of army bases.
By salty dog on Jul 28, 2010 | Reply
a house that is 75sq.ft would be nice if it were about 60 ft high and could be laid on its side
By sadia f on Jul 28, 2010 | Reply
Yes there will be some really soon.
By paul c on Jul 28, 2010 | Reply
and u expect to fit a bed and what else in this space..heh jail cells might not be roomy either but people keep going back to them also!! and yes they’re also cheap!?????????%)