This minimalist Swedish cottage is understated beauty at its best

The home’s corrugated exterior and wraparound glass walls and deck stand in stark, stunning contrast to Lyeskil’s rocky setting, and the tiered wooden deck drops down onto a concrete pad that extends the living space to the rocks.

The rounded ceiling gives the large living space a sense of continuity and openness.

A cylindrical gas fireplace serves as a focal point in otherwise stark room, and it’s central placement and roof venting keep the glass walls free of clutter.

Whereas most tiny homes have tiny loft bedrooms with low ceilings, the Summerhouse boasts plenty of room for snoozing. Clever wall-mounted nightstands and floorstanding lamps make the most of the space.

Glass walls might be less than ideal with neighbours so close, but the gorgeous views make up for the lack of privacy.

Many modern home builders emphasize square footage at the expense of materials, but the Summerhouse does the opposite. At only 970 square feet, it’s not big on space, but it’s a space any lover of natural wood would never tire of.

Massive sliding glass doors make up for the diminutive deck by opening up the main living area and bringing the outdoors in.