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# Single-Level Tiny Homes
The Miami is a 400-Square-Foot Park Model with a One-Bedroom Layout

By Amy Duong | Published 2026-06-15 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-miami
References: [pbsmanufacturing](https://www.pbsmanufacturing.com/floorplans)

![Single-Level Tiny Homes](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/617/the-miami.jpeg)

The Miami is a [park model home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex) by [Phoenix Building Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oled-shelf-concept) that places all living spaces on a single floor. Measuring 40 feet 3 inches long and 11 feet 8 inches wide, the home provides 400 square feet of interior space on a quad-axle trailer. The exterior combines board-and-batten engineered wood siding, timber accents, a metal roof and a monoslope roofline. Large windows bring natural light into the open-plan interior, where the kitchen, living area and bedroom occupy a continuous layout without lofts or elevated sleeping spaces.

The kitchen includes a dual-basin stainless steel sink, cooktop, oven, microwave, dishwasher and full-size refrigerator with freezer. A double bed anchors the bedroom, alongside two built-in wardrobes and additional seating. The single-level arrangement removes the need for ladders and separates the Miami from many [loft-based tiny house layouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-goa).

Image Credit: Phoenix Building Solutions

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.9/10
- Popularity: 22% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 78%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Single-level Micro-living:** Compact homes without lofts expand tiny housing appeal for aging buyers, mobility-conscious residents, and consumers seeking accessible small-space design.
- **Accessible Park Models:** Trailer-based dwellings with full kitchens, bedrooms, and barrier-reducing layouts signal new potential for semi-permanent housing in resort, rural, and infill settings.
- **Full-function Tiny Homes:** Premium appliances and built-in storage within 400-square-foot footprints reflect a shift toward downsized homes that preserve conventional residential comfort.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Modular Housing:** Factory-built park models are reshaping affordable home production through standardized footprints that combine mobility, speed, and residential-grade finishes.
- **Senior Living:** Age-friendly tiny homes create alternatives to larger retirement properties by pairing reduced maintenance with single-floor accessibility and independent living features.
- **Real Estate Development:** Small-footprint dwellings introduce new density and land-use models for developers exploring backyard rentals, vacation communities, and compact residential neighborhoods.

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