Somehow, Three (!) Stories Squeeze Into This Skinny Home

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When someone mentions a "triple decker," you might think of a sandwich with three slices of bread — a pretty hefty lunch. But this three-story skinny house must be the exception that proves the rule. The Asheville, North Carolina cottage (appropriately nicknamed the "Bird House") is so narrow that it's hard to believe there are three levels hiding inside.

As soon as you enter this kitschy vacation rental (it goes for $$$ per night) you'll be greeted by two statement-making leopard-print armchairs. Behind them, winding wooden steps lead upstairs to a cozy sleeping loft, and nearly hidden in a dark corner, space-saving spiral stairs connect the kitchen and bar area on the lower level.

Anyone who owns a tiny house knows layout and designer are key — and these homeowners nailed it. They hung mirrors on the walls to help open up the space and opted for large windows when possible. And even when space was restricted, they made it work. For instance, while the home lacked room for one big bathroom, they added an alcove for a sink and mirror set-up and added a tiny private area with the toilet and shower next to it.  

Feeling the squeeze? Double doors in the kitchen (which appears to have once been the garage) open up wide to outside, and the home is only a block away from downtown bars, restaurants, breweries, theaters, yoga, and more.

Take a look:

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[via Tiny House Talk


By Lauren Smith

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