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Charred Timber Prefab Houses

The Muji Hut is an Affordable Prefab Cottage

— April 27, 2017 — Art & Design
Though small, the Muji Hut, a prefabricated house for sale from the Japanese architects of the same name, offers everything that a single person would need in a domicile. Available for just 3 million yen (or approximately $27,000,) the tiny, charred timber cabin includes a covered patio, sliding glass doors, a simple pipe stove, and electricity in it's 12 square meter space.

To be sure, Muji Huts aren't designed to serve as someone's primary residence. Because of their manageable price (especially when compared to a full-sized home,) Muji recommends that people use it as an impromptu cottage, setting up the wooden abode in natural environments that are sparsely populated. This is made easier thanks to the compact size of the hut.
Trend Themes
1. Prefab Houses - There is an opportunity for disruptors to create more affordable and eco-friendly versions of these tiny houses to meet the rising demand for alternative living options.
2. Minimalist Living - As more people look to downsize and simplify, there is an opportunity for innovation in creating functional and well-designed small spaces for living.
3. Environmental Sustainability - The use of charred timber is an innovative and eco-friendly way to create affordable housing and there is an opportunity for more sustainable materials to be used in prefab housing construction.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - There is an opportunity for construction companies to adopt prefab construction methods to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase access to housing.
2. Real Estate - As the demand for alternative and affordable living spaces increases, there is an opportunity for disruptors in the real estate industry to invest in and develop these types of properties.
3. Sustainable Materials - There is an opportunity for companies that specialize in sustainable materials to create innovative and eco-friendly solutions for prefab housing construction.
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