Customization is the keyword that could take you from basic housing to enjoying your dream home. The Chico doesn’t only exhibit a strong personality, but it’s a lesson in efficiency, with everything wrapped up in a sophisticated style that goes back to the roots of tiny living.
The Chico is equipped to be every bit as functional and comfortable as the fanciest tiny homes with contemporary styling, yet its style is a tribute to classic, rustic homes on wheels. It’s a modern classic, if you wish, one that blends beautiful wood accents with premium appliances and the latest trends in terms of functionality. A distinctive solid wood door with five horizontal glass panels is the first element that makes the Chico Tiny stand out.
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Once inside, you’ll be welcomed by a spacious living room area designed to double as a dining room without taking up too much space. Everywhere you look, the woodwork artistry is impressive. The home’s “piece de resistance” is the tongue-and-groove vaulted ceiling. This type of wooden ceiling would turn any basic tiny house into a sophisticated home – it looks elegant, and the LED lights throughout add a dazzling effect.
The dark-toned wooden trims complement this special ceiling while also matching the high-quality flooring. All of these elements combined pop up in the best way against the home’s classic white walls. The open-plan layout creates a seamless transition from the lounge to the kitchen area – a modern feature designed for an informal, relaxed ambiance that makes the overall ground floor seem more spacious.
This particular kitchen layout has some of the nostalgic charm of a retro RV setup with a cool, contemporary twist. On one side, the high-quality butcher block-style countertop expands into a compact, practical snack bar for one. Multiple cabinets underneath provide ample storage. The lack of classic overhead cupboards gives this kitchen a modern, uncluttered look. For additional storage and the best use of space, a few delicate wooden shelves were mounted on the wall; this is another example of how Chico’s kitchen is both modern and rustic.
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Multiple windows of different sizes keep the entire ground floor bathed in natural light. A transitional section between the kitchen and bathroom adds convenient storage. Behind the custom-made barn-style door, you’ll be pleased to find a great bathroom that feels almost luxurious. First, it comes with a full-size shower, an incinerating toilet, and lots of storage space in the form of multiple drawers and shelves. On top of that, elegant details such as the big, round mirror and the ceiling beams with LED lighting add a glamorous touch.
Chico’s kitchen also comes with full-size appliances, which are ingeniously integrated so that the sense of openness and spaciousness isn’t obstructed. Like every other tiny built by Woodland Ridge Tiny Home Crafters, the Chico is packed with top-notch amenities from top to bottom. A tankless propane water heater and radiant floor heating ensure comfort at the highest standards on a daily basis. In addition to the standard RV hookups, the Chico is also ready to switch to an off-grid lifestyle, which makes it even more modern.
The Chico wasn’t meant to maximize spaciousness in terms of accommodation. It comes with just one bedroom in the loft area, and it’s ideally suited for one or two dwellers. Still, this one bedroom is just as impressive as the entire ground floor. The gorgeous flooring, large windows with wooden trims, and built-in storage above and around the bed turn this loft into a luxurious, sumptuous sleeping cocoon. The only downside is the less comfortable access solution via a basic ladder – not everyone’s favorite, but a practical way to free up more space for the kitchen area.
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As a one-bedroom home, the Chico boasts 240 square feet (22.2 square meters) of floor space, yet feels much more voluminous and certainly more sophisticated than that. This THOW is anything but basic and a fine example of what the highest-quality woodwork can do, coupled with smart, contemporary design. Anyone who longs for the warm, cozy ambiance of a rustic house yet also wants the functionality of a compact home on wheels would feel inspired by this modern rustic beauty.
