Diy Cube Homes

James Stuart was appalled to read about a homeless woman in Vancouver who died because she tried to keep herself warm with a candle. And, he determined to do something about it.

Stuart, the 46-year old founder of Twelve Cubed Homes, has designed two miniscule homes, which will be commercially available in mid-June this year. The first, the Cappuccino, is designed for two people and is 12 cubic feet. The second, the Pure, is 10 by 10 by 12.5 feet.

Despite their size, the cube homes contain not only a living space, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and storage, but also boast a guest bedroom—or at least a couch that converts to a guest bed. Both designs are filled with natural light and have an adjustable floor. The adjustable floor is the secret of fitting so much into to such a small space says Stuart, who has tested his design by living in the Cappuccino for six months. He admitted it took some getting used to after living in his 3,500 square feet home, especially through the winter months.

His friends wagered he wouldn’t make it, but he’s nearly at the end of his six month trial and will collect on his winnings on May 1. He plans to donate his winnings to the Salvation Army.

The Cappuccino meets building codes and LEED standards, the Canadian criteria for eco-building. There is also a solar model available to further reduce the homes’ ecological footprint. The Pure is too small to require building approval.

The cube homes come in a box ready to be assembled. The cost is $24,500 for the Cappuccino, substantially cheaper than a coach house is averages $120,000.

By: Peter The Man

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