Nestled just outside Chicago the Pacific Pioneer by Handcrafted Movement feels like a love letter to the Pacific Northwest — where artistry meets nature and minimal living doesn’t mean giving up warmth. This 28-foot tiny house invites you to slow down, savor your morning coffee by the window, and rediscover what “home” truly means.
A Compact Home with Character
Built with intention and balance, this eco-friendly home blends functionality with craftsmanship. Measuring 28 feet long, it offers the comfort and practicality of a full-sized dwelling — in a footprint that celebrates sustainability. Designed for those drawn to small-space design and mindful living, Pacific Pioneer is as beautiful as it is efficient.
Natural Materials, Modern Touches
The exterior immediately catches the eye: board and batten siding, accented with Pacific Red Cedar, and topped with a sleek standing-seam metal roof. A 9-lite craftsman-style door welcomes you inside, where textures of wood and metal mingle effortlessly. Inside, warmth takes center stage. Walnut butcher block countertops glow under soft light, hickory hardwood floors ground the space, and a live-edge headboard in the bedroom adds an organic rhythm — as if the forest itself whispered its approval.
Comfort Crafted for Everyday Living
The kitchen, equipped with full-size appliances — including a 24″ four-burner range and an 11 cu.ft. refrigerator — proves that downsizing doesn’t mean compromising. Across from it, a built-in dining table with a leather-cushioned bench turns mealtime into a cozy ritual. Every inch of the home has purpose: hidden cubbies, custom cabinets, and generous closet space keep life beautifully uncluttered.
When the Pacific rain falls, the electric fireplace and wall heater keep things warm and inviting. Superior insulation — R-25 in the floor, R-15 in the walls, and R-23.5 spray foam in the ceiling — ensures year-round comfort, no matter how wild the weather outside. (You might even look forward to rainy days here.)
A Lifestyle Rooted in Simplicity
What makes Pacific Pioneer special isn’t just its materials or design — it’s the feeling it creates. Every element encourages a slower pace, a mindful rhythm of living. This tiny house reminds us that less space can open more possibilities — for connection, creativity, and quiet joy.
As the light filters through cedar-framed windows and dances across the walnut counters, you can’t help but feel the soul of the home — handcrafted, humble, and full of heart.
More tiny houses from Handcrafted Movement: Artisan Retreat, Pacific Getaway, Pacific Harmony, Pacific Pearl, Little Cedar, Tiny Getaway, Urban Craftsman.
