Imagine living in a space of 18 square meters in the middle of the wilderness like this charmingly small cottage -- and loving it every seond of it.
Located near Moscow, Russia, this wooden small cottage is designed by Russian architect Andrey Bugaev from ArtEcoloy and is a weekend home to a family of four. Nestled on a hill away from the hustle and bustle of Moscow, "The Ship" as the cottage is called, is a winter weekend getaway that the family enjoys during snowy Russian winters.
Though tiny, the small cabin still has everything necessary to make it functional and practical to stay in. With a bathroom with a shower cabin, a comfortable kitchen, storage space and a mezzanine with a children’s playground, the cottage has everything that is needed and it’s all made from organic materials.
Charming Organic Winter Cottages
This Small Cottage is Functional and Only 18 Square Meters Big
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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