A New Option for Future Housing
Is Cube Living in Our Future?
As I have gotten older, I have been considering the possibility of downsizing how I live. Why do I need a home with three bedrooms? Yes, there are some strong emotional ties to my present home. But, should I let my emotions rule common sense? As I considered this possibility, I came across an article about living in a cube, that I would like to share.
What do you really look for in a conventional home? You want a home that is safe, money saving, easy to navigate with age, less maintenance and comfortable. The L41 modular cube home could provide that.
L41: It is a home that is no bigger than a parking space. A one bedroom is just 250 square feet. A two bedroom is about 450 square feet. This is slightly bigger than a jail cell or cruise ship cabin. It was made with a retractable glass wall that opens to a deck area. It was designed for quality not quantity. It has a solar battery located in the deck area for power. The bathroom is modelled after a cruise ship. All appliances are small but, of a higher quality. There is a floor to ceiling storage space. Control 4 smart electronics system allows you to adjust all the lights in the home, sync your iPod for music, watch videos, etc. with one simple TV control. There is a small work area cubicle.
Cost: The current price on an L41 studio is $90,000, a one bedroom is $105,000 and a two bedroom runs about $120,000. However, prices could come down with more units being mass produced. This doesn't include shipping, taxes or the cost of a property lot.
Advantages and disadvantages: Living in a cube has its pluses as well as its negatives. Pluses could range from mobility to savings in utilities. A smaller unit can be placed at just about any location. There are no steps, which would be great for Seniors.
Some disadvantages would be that of space for others. Playing space for children would be greatly reduced. The same with entertaining guests. You would also have to reduce clothing and unessential items for storage.
Personal Note: I can see some great advantages in this type of housing. However, I can't but help think about adding a few wheels and you once again have a mobile home. You can discover more about the L41 at the web sites below, including a picture of it.
sources; http://www.vancouversun.com/homes/really+need/5482241/story.html
l41home.com
What do you really look for in a conventional home? You want a home that is safe, money saving, easy to navigate with age, less maintenance and comfortable. The L41 modular cube home could provide that.
L41: It is a home that is no bigger than a parking space. A one bedroom is just 250 square feet. A two bedroom is about 450 square feet. This is slightly bigger than a jail cell or cruise ship cabin. It was made with a retractable glass wall that opens to a deck area. It was designed for quality not quantity. It has a solar battery located in the deck area for power. The bathroom is modelled after a cruise ship. All appliances are small but, of a higher quality. There is a floor to ceiling storage space. Control 4 smart electronics system allows you to adjust all the lights in the home, sync your iPod for music, watch videos, etc. with one simple TV control. There is a small work area cubicle.
Cost: The current price on an L41 studio is $90,000, a one bedroom is $105,000 and a two bedroom runs about $120,000. However, prices could come down with more units being mass produced. This doesn't include shipping, taxes or the cost of a property lot.
Advantages and disadvantages: Living in a cube has its pluses as well as its negatives. Pluses could range from mobility to savings in utilities. A smaller unit can be placed at just about any location. There are no steps, which would be great for Seniors.
Some disadvantages would be that of space for others. Playing space for children would be greatly reduced. The same with entertaining guests. You would also have to reduce clothing and unessential items for storage.
Personal Note: I can see some great advantages in this type of housing. However, I can't but help think about adding a few wheels and you once again have a mobile home. You can discover more about the L41 at the web sites below, including a picture of it.
sources; http://www.vancouversun.com/homes/really+need/5482241/story.html
l41home.com
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9 Comments
Post a CommentIt is not easy for many to take this option. But looks interesting - siva
I need more than 400 sq. ft. just for my quilting fabric. :)
very cool!
I love the concept, given that people should use up less space and get out there more. However, I am turned off by the price of such a small home. In many places, you can get a home with a basement, attic, etc. for that price. Not where I live, of course, but I just don't see where the money saving aspect of it is as far as the initial cost. If you count a lot to put it on, you are looking at the average cost of a home.
I'd go stir crazy and forget cohaitaing in one of those, LOL!
Fascinating concept.
Interesting, but I love my wide open spaces, a far cry from where we spent most of our life!
What an interesting concept.I can see where it would hold appeal for quite a few people.I, too, am tinking of downsizing but I think that is a bit much for my tastes.
I doubt that any living generation that has know more spacious accommodations would be able to (voluntarily) adapt the living in significantly lesser quarters. Ideas remain just that untill someone(s) decide to use them....