In our increasingly environmentally-conscious world, the popularity of eco-friendly tiny houses is on the rise. These tiny houses offer a sustainable and affordable alternative to traditional homes while challenging our perceptions of what it means to live comfortably. With a focus on minimalism and efficient use of resources, an environmentally friendly tiny house is designed to have a smaller ecological footprint. These tiny houses often utilize renewable energy sources like solar panels and maximize space through clever storage solutions. Some even incorporate features like rainwater harvesting systems and composting toilets, reducing water consumption and waste.
In addition to their environmental benefits, tiny houses are also attracting attention for their affordability. With the skyrocketing cost of housing, mortgage-free living in a tiny house can be an appealing option for many people, allowing them to redirect their financial resources towards other goals and experiences. Whether you’re looking to downsize, minimize your impact on the environment, or simply explore a more sustainable way of living, the rise of eco-friendly tiny houses offers an exciting and innovative solution. In this article, we take a look at Pumice an environmentally friendly tiny house in New Zealand.
Environmentally Friendly Tiny House Pumice
Pumice is a straw bale tiny house located in Ohakune on the slopes of Mount Ruapehu in New Zealand. It is set in a quiet residential area near a small stream, a 3-minute drive from the center of Ohakune.
Pumice is 33 feet by 18 feet (10 meters x 5.5 meters) and offers a living space of 484 square feet (45 square meters). Its walls and ceiling consist of 20-inch (51-cm) thick bales of straw. This creates the impression of a cave dwelling.
A couple can enjoy Pumice, a lime-plastered straw bale cocoon. It has an open-plan living, and dining area, with a kitchenette and sleeping space. The bathroom is with shower vanity and toilet.
Interior
The interior has a comfy queen-size bed, custom-built wardrobe, drying cupboard (around back), smart TV, Wifi, and built-in dining table. It also has a vacuum, toaster, kettle, under-bench fridge, gas hob, and combination convection/steam/microwave oven. There is no dishwasher.
There is a compact bio-fuel fire to balance the superior thermal properties of the straw bale construction with thermally broken, double-glazed windows and doors. A cool overhead fan provides sufficient air movement when required.
Exterior
Outdoors there is a stream-side fire area, a shallow reflection pool, and an undercover patio. There is also a gas BBQ for alfresco cooking.
There is also off-street parking for 2 cars.
This tiny house is going for $189 a night on Airbnb.
