#open-plan-layout

#open-plan-layout

Going tiny doesn't have to mean compromising on comfort, and the Natural Luxe by South Base Homes proves this philosophy beautifully. This single-story tiny house offers a remarkably open and spacious layout that defies its compact 48-square-meter footprint, creating a living experience that feels much larger than its dimensions suggest. Designed by New Zealand's South Base Homes, the Natural Luxe is based on the company's Abel model and serves as their brand new show home.

"When we first saw this [two-bedroom] apartment, we knew the space was perfect for Nidhi and me," begins homeowner Anil Hadimani, who with his wife, Nidhi Hadimani, purchased this 765-square-foot apartment in Mumbai, India, in 2023. "We as a couple love traveling, exploring new cultures, places, and food," Anil continues. "We wanted our space to have a holiday home vibe that was a little of everything from contemporary to bohemian yet modern and inspired from art and styles from around the world."

On the opposite side of the apartment, however, continuity is key: a large area where the living and dining areas flow into each other is visually linked by stucco work on the ceiling. Dedar fabric paneling wraps around the perimeter of the room. Asymmetrical arches constructed with lacquered wood link the kitchen to the living and dining area, too. Other details like a lacquered cabinet recessed in the wall and the steel kitchen island also help to create a sense of unity in the room.