Woman's tiny home was designed to be elderly-, disability-, and mobility-friendly

She didn't lose any of her independence in this tiny home.
In recent years tiny homes have taken the internet by storm. The idea of living simply is enticing to many as our lives are full to the brim of material objects. And, of course, there is the aesthetic aspect of a tiny home!

In Melbourne, Victoria, one woman built an amazing tiny house on her daughter’s farmland to keep her close to her family while retaining self-sufficiency in a home that is comfortable and safe for her.
Woman's tiny home was designed to be elderly-, disability-, and mobility-friendly

Having a tiny home also allows Merle to move it in the event her daughter, Ferne, sells the land, which means her investment won’t ever be left behind.

It even has a veranda where Merle spends most of her time doing crafts. Complete with a beautiful view that comes with baby kangaroos, this tiny home has it all.




Well designed and comfortable, everything is accessible for someone of older age, including non-slip flooring and flush doorways to help keep Merle from an accidental fall.




As a tiny home, Ferne was able to look at every detail to ensure it is safe for her mom, whereas in a full-sized home, it would be difficult and costly to do this. For example, the fly screens and blinds are all push-button, so Merle doesn’t have to lift them, possibly straining herself.




Another aspect of the home that is push-button is Merle’s bed. It raises up and down to allow for extra seating during the day without having to lift or pull down a murphy bed or stairs to a loft.

When you hear tiny home, you might think it is cramped, and there isn’t enough room to move around comfortably, but that can not be further from the truth for a well-designed home.

Do you think you could live in a tiny home? Be sure to check out the tour of this accessible tiny home in the video below.

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