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Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzIf simplicity is the key to happiness, then this tiny Toybox Home is the epitome of the philosophy. Whimsical and minimalist, this modern <a href="https://inhabitat.com/tag/mobile-home" target="_blank">mobile home</a> is just 140 square feet—but the tiny home’s clever design makes its small footprint look and feel much larger. Even better, the Toybox is equipped with an impressive array of eco-friendly elements, from radiant floor heating to <a href="https://inhabitat.com/tag/greywater-recycling" target="_blank">gray water recycling</a>. Designed by Frank Henderson and Paul Schultz, the Toybox Home is currently located in Lake Forest, Illinois, where it’s for sale at $48,000.1
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzVisually stunning inside and out, the Toybox tiny home boasts a bold and colorful exterior that evokes the pop art artworks of Roy Lichtenstein.2
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzTopped by a white, energy-efficient thermoplastic roof plane, the angular structure is partially wrapped by colorful corrugated fiberglass panels that provide a vibrant contrast against the natural cedar siding.3
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzNumerous windows and a large glass sliding door bring natural light and ventilation into the home.4
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe living room occupies the largest area in the home (measuring 7 feet by 9 feet) and includes eight moveable storage cubes that can be easily rearranged to transform the space into a bedroom or living area with seating and a table.5
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe interior is covered in warm-toned wood paneling and comprises a transforming living room, kitchen, dining room/desk, bathroom, and loft.6
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzTransforming furniture configured into a bed.7
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzAnother option for the moveable furniture.8
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe living room occupies the largest area in the home (measuring 7 feet by 9 feet) and includes eight moveable storage cubes that can be easily rearranged to transform the space into a bedroom or living area with seating and a table.9
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe countertop sits above a painted base with storage cabinets, a 3.2-cubic-foot refrigerator, a 2.5-cubic-foot freezer, and toaster oven or microwave—all of which plug into one of the outlets on the backside of the base cabinet. A hidden pantry wall offers additional storage space.10
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzOpposite the kitchen counter is a multifunctional fold-down desk that can be used as a dining table or work desk.11
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe 20-square-foot bathroom—comprising a mirror, 2x4 closet with a 20-gallon water heater, sink, shower, and toilet—is located to the left of the desk space.12
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzA ship’s ladder leads up to the cozy wood-lined sleeping loft that can accommodate up to a king size bed.13
Toybox Tiny Home Frank Henderson and Paul SchultzThe small home is kept warm in the winter months with blown in blanket (BIBs) insulation and radiant floor heating.14