1 |The exterior of the main building is constructed almost entirely of concrete, allowing a variety of gorgeous vines and mosses to take root all over. Concrete’s ability to weather quickly will lend the home even more character and charisma as the years go by.
2 |Most of the woodwork is salvaged and hand-carved by the owner, including this whimsical front door. Other features are repurposed from existing objects, like the adorable barrel succulent planters on either side.
3 |Parts of the home protrude from the main volume and feature traditional sod roofing. Not only is the sod beautiful, but it’s an effective natural insulator.
4 |The exterior blends garden and patio. Flat paving stones enjoy their own touch of mossy green.
5 |Here’s a look at the nearby greenhouse. It’s equipped with its own lovely little pond, complete with its own water wheel and tiny arched bridge.
6 |Artwork hides in the most unexpected places – a face peers out from the end of the roof purlin.
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8 |Bold iron details lend the entryway an intriguing medieval appeal. The round door leads to a small mud room with a more practical interior door on the other side.
9 |As the stylistic influence would imply, the home itself does face a bit of vertical restriction – it might not make a comfortable residence for the tallest of people, but it would still be fun to visit and explore!
10 |The interior is unbelievably cozy, filled with distinctive patters and textures and furnished with amazing hand-crafted works of art like the coffee table and small stool made from whole slabs of tree trunks.
11 |A long curved sofa leaves plenty of space for small collectibles and knickknacks on the remaining surface near the wall.
12 |Many of the wood decorations would make interesting DIY projects. The picture frames made from knotted wood slices would be fun to make with some woodworking know-how.
13 |The open plan layout helps to mitigate the effects of living within such a small floor plan. The living room opens up into a cozy kitchen equipped with a traditional masonry heater and cook stove.
14 |Even the sinks have their own sense of charm! Can you imagine tidying up after dinner to a view like this?
15 |Despite its limited size, the kitchen still maintains plenty of space for storage and to display a variety of interesting serving ware.
16 |A stunning curved staircase leads to the bedrooms, office, and other private areas upstairs.
17 |No part of this home is ordinary. Even the bathroom design goes above and beyond to feel like a secret retreat in the forest.
18 |The bedroom isn’t short on warmth and comfort. It’s not short on storage, either – plenty of built-in cabinets line the walls to make organization a little easier.
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20 |All of the quilts are handmade, a true labor of love.
21 |The upstairs also features a small office. The desk is made from a recovered tree trunk with the worktop carefully carved from a branch.
22 |Unbelievable pieces like these fill the home, sturdy enough to remain heirlooms for generations to come.
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