Most people start the design process focused on the floor plan. For obvious reasons, we began with the shape. Instead of taking on the pitched roof commonly seen in the tiny house community, we opt for a one-way sloped roof to provide an aerodynamic frame.  This slope serves as a mounting point for solar panels, and a collection plane for rain.  

Instead of seeing a wall as mostly solid with punched windows, Atlas’ reverses the notion. One entire side is glass, with multiple measures in place to protect it. A steel frame encompasses the entire structure, surrounding the glass stabilizing it from violent forces. 

An awning lifts up from the protective frame to provide shade through its perforated aluminum skin. Its shape is the reverse of the slope of the roof and, accordingly, the angle of the deck. The deck’s shape puts the largest area near the entrance, creating space for the bigger hinge. The smaller hinge near the rear of the house supports the smaller area of the deck.  The awning mirrors this slope, providing shade over the bar and the highest portion of the glass. 

​Full stairs create a homier feel than the ship ladder typically seen in these small spaces. Under the stairs is storage space for clothes, boots, and board games. It glides out, keeping in line with the transformer idea of the whole project. The stair landing acts as a desk for work. At the top of the stairs is a bed with more storage. At the base of the stairs is a futon that can fold out to accommodate more guests.

The delux version of the tiny homes include a Sky-Deck, larger awnings , and reclaimed barnwood siding.