# Charming Organic Winter Cottages This Small Cottage is Functional and Only 18 Square Meters Big By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-03-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-cottage References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2014/03/06/charming-small-cottage-near-moscow-surface-18-sqm/) & [artecology.ru](http://artecology.ru/portfolio/mini-dom-korablik-2012-god/) 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Sustainable Tiny Homes:** The trend of designing and living in small, sustainable cottages presents opportunities for innovative solutions in eco-friendly construction and efficient use of space. - **Winter Weekend Getaways:** The trend of cozy and functional winter cottages offers opportunities for developing unique experiences and services catering to individuals seeking secluded and comfortable retreats during the colder months. - **Organic Architecture:** The trend of using organic materials in architectural design provides opportunities for businesses to create eco-friendly and aesthetically appealing structures that blend harmoniously with the natural environment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction:** The construction industry can seize the disruptive innovation opportunities in sustainable building practices and innovative small-scale construction techniques. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can capitalize on the increasing demand for winter weekend getaways by offering unique accommodations and experiences tailored for individuals looking for cozy and secluded retreats. - **Eco-friendly Materials:** Industries involved in producing organic and sustainable construction materials can tap into the trend of using organic materials in architecture and offer innovative solutions for environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Seaside Wooden Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcgee.md) - [Compact Sustainable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana.md) - [Revived Stone Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation.md) - [Cleverly Designed Micro Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon.md) - [Minimalist Stealthy Luxe Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auto-cabin.md) - [Ultra-Efficient Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hirondelle-tiny-house.md) - [Reisdential Cottage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borova-lada-cottage.md) - [Compact House Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipper-bnb.md) - [Intimate High-Altitude Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altihut.md)