Designing creative interiors for LGS (Light Gauge Steel) and container tiny houses or cottages offers endless possibilities due to their unique structural properties and small footprints. Both LGS and container homes are flexible, allowing for a wide range of creative interior solutions that combine style, functionality, and efficient use of space.
Open-Plan Living Spaces
- Maximize Natural Light: In both LGS and container homes, an open-plan design can make the interior feel larger. Removing unnecessary walls between the kitchen, living room, and dining area allows for a seamless flow of space. Add large windows or glass doors to bring in natural light and connect the indoors with the outdoors.
- Sliding and Pocket Doors: Instead of traditional swing doors, use sliding doors or pocket doors to save space and create a modern, streamlined look. Glass or frosted glass sliding doors can help separate spaces without blocking light.
Multi-Functional Furniture
- Foldable and Convertible Pieces: Use furniture that serves more than one purpose, such as foldable beds, sofa beds, or convertible desks that can transform into dining tables. For example, a Murphy bed can fold up into the wall, turning the bedroom into a living or work area during the day.
- Hidden Storage: Opt for beds with storage underneath, built-in seating with storage compartments, or hidden cabinets within walls to maximize every inch of space.
Open-Plan Living Spaces
- Maximize Natural Light: In both LGS and container homes, an open-plan design can make the interior feel larger. Removing unnecessary walls between the kitchen, living room, and dining area allows for a seamless flow of space. Add large windows or glass doors to bring in natural light and connect the indoors with the outdoors.
- Sliding and Pocket Doors: Instead of traditional swing doors, use sliding doors or pocket doors to save space and create a modern, streamlined look. Glass or frosted glass sliding doors can help separate spaces without blocking light.
Vertical Space Utilization
- Loft Bedrooms: Since LGS structures are strong and can support multiple levels, creating a loft area for sleeping is a great way to free up floor space for living and dining areas. In container homes, the height of the container can be maximized by installing a sleeping loft with a ladder or staircase leading up to it.
- High Shelving and Cabinets: Use vertical space for storage by installing cabinets and shelving that go up to the ceiling. You can even create storage around doorways or above windows.
Vertical Space Utilization
- Loft Bedrooms: Since LGS structures are strong and can support multiple levels, creating a loft area for sleeping is a great way to free up floor space for living and dining areas. In container homes, the height of the container can be maximized by installing a sleeping loft with a ladder or staircase leading up to it.
- High Shelving and Cabinets: Use vertical space for storage by installing cabinets and shelving that go up to the ceiling. You can even create storage around doorways or above windows.
Compact Bathroom Design
- Wet Room Style: In tiny homes, a wet room is a great space-saving solution. This design removes the need for a separate shower stall, with the shower, toilet, and sink all in one waterproofed area. This open-concept bathroom maximizes usable space.
- Corner Vanity and Wall-Mounted Fixtures: Use corner vanities and wall-mounted sinks to save floor space. Wall-mounted toilets and sinks not only look modern but also give the illusion of a larger bathroom.
- Glass Shower Doors: In container homes, using glass shower enclosures instead of curtains can make the bathroom feel more open and spacious.
