# Net-Zero Emissions Tiny Homes The 'Ohariu' Tiny Home is Elegant and Well-Appointed By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-06-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohariu-tiny-home References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/ohariu-tiny-house-on-wheels-by-first-light-studio/155761/) & [buildtiny.co.nz](https://www.buildtiny.co.nz/) The 'Ohariu' tiny home is the design work of the New Zealand-based First Light studio architectural firm as a sustainable living space that doesn't hold back when it comes to [minimalist style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lou-tiny-house-1). Constructed by Build [Tiny](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-birdy), the home features 183-square-feet of living space yet highlights the finishings of a modern luxury living space. High ceilings within the main floor area with the living room, kitchen and bathroom lead up into the bedroom loft that is accented with a skylight to further increase the airy feel of the interior space. The 'Ohariu' tiny home is clad in black corrugated iron and paired with [solar panels on the roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000) to allow for energy generating. The home is priced at over $100,000. Image Credit: Build Tiny ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Net-zero Emissions Tiny Homes:** Opportunity for sustainable living spaces with modern luxury finishings. - **Minimalist Style Tiny Homes:** Opportunity for minimalist living spaces that maximize every inch of space. - **Solar-powered Tiny Homes:** Opportunity for energy-efficient living spaces that generate their own electricity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for architectural firms to innovate sustainable and minimalist living spaces. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity for renewable energy companies to integrate solar and other renewable technologies into tiny homes. - **Real Estate Development:** Opportunity for real estate developers to invest in tiny home communities that prioritize sustainability and efficient use of space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Efficient Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hirondelle-tiny-house.md) - [Cozy Smart Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonoma.md) - [Solar Powered Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000.md) - [Spacious Light-Filled Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-black.md) - [Shutter-Accented Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houzeko-tiny-house.md) - [Reinvented Compact Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype.md) - [Built-In Furniture Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nestron-legend-two.md) - [Ethereal Feminine Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botanical-hut-tiny-house.md) - [Eco‑tiny Sanctuarys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tign-tiny-homes.md)