24-Foot Tiny House Designed for Full-Time Tiny Living

Living in 270 square feet sounds impossible, but an Australian tiny home company just proved it can actually feel comfortable.

Removed Tiny Homes designed the Currumbin, a 24-foot tiny house that transforms compact living into an art form. The home fits everything a couple needs for full-time living without the cramped, crawl-around-on-your-knees feeling many tiny houses create.

The secret lies in thoughtful design choices that make the space feel bigger than it is. A picture window and high ceiling flood the living room with natural light, while a central kitchen features full-sized appliances including a dishwasher and fridge-freezer. The kitchen counter even extends with a drop-down section for extra prep space.

The bedroom solves one of tiny living's biggest complaints. Instead of forcing residents to crawl into a cramped loft, the Currumbin includes a lowered standing platform where people can actually stand upright to get dressed and climb into bed. A storage-integrated staircase leads up to the loft, which includes a double bed, storage space, and a skylight.

The bathroom doesn't skimp on amenities either. Despite the compact footprint, it fits a glass-enclosed shower, vanity sink, composting toilet, and even a washer-dryer combo.

The optional outdoor upgrade expands the living space significantly with a deck area, table and chairs, and a breakfast-bar-style dining section. A large window opens from the kitchen to the outdoor breakfast bar, making it easy to serve food and drinks outside.

Why This Inspires

The Currumbin represents a growing movement toward intentional, sustainable living that doesn't require sacrifice. Buyers can customize the home with solar panels, batteries, water tanks, and greywater filtration to live completely off-grid. Different interior and exterior materials let owners create a space that truly feels like theirs.

At roughly $91,000 USD, the home costs less than a down payment on a traditional house in many cities. For people priced out of conventional housing or simply seeking a simpler lifestyle, designs like this prove you can live comfortably in less space.

The Australian company delivers throughout the country and continues refining the design based on customer feedback. As housing costs soar worldwide, innovative solutions like the Currumbin show there's more than one path to home ownership and comfortable living.