If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own affordable tiny house you’ve gotta check out this cozy solar-powered cabin in Missoula, Montana that cost just $700 to build. Photographer Alla Ponomareva and her husband Garrett bought plans for the A-frame cabin from well-known tiny house enthusiast Derek Diedricksen and customized the design to fit their needs.

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The couple built the 80-foot cabin by themselves in only three weeks. They slightly modified the original plan and relied heavily on reused and upcycled elements – including window frames, boards, nails, and roofing.

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They transformed an aged log into a rustic countertop. Plastic sheeting covers a portion of a wall to provide additional natural light. It can be lifted upwards to provide a connection to the surroundings.

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The cabin is perfect size for two people, and it includes two single beds, shelving and a camping stove. A solar panel mounted on the roof can provide enough electricity to power smartphones and other small devices.

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Photos by Alla Ponomareva

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A-frame cabin, Montana, tiny house, Derek Diedricksen, affordable house, DIY cabin, solar power, solar panels, green architecture, Alla Ponomareva

A-frame cabin, Montana, tiny house, Derek Diedricksen, affordable house, DIY cabin, solar power, solar panels, green architecture, Alla Ponomareva