Unlike tiny houses manufactured in Australia and North America, mobile homes in Europe tend to be more compact, which is why the notion persists that European tiny homes feel cramped. But here’s the thing: a sprawling design doesn’t automatically make a home feel complete. Sometimes, all it takes is thoughtful planning to make a modest footprint feel surprisingly spacious. Case in point, the Jana tiny house, designed by Bulgarian studio Koleliba.
Poised on a double-axle trailer, the Jana measures 24.6 feet long, 11.4 feet wide, and 9.8 feet high. For a structure that compact, what stands out most is how deliberately every inch has been considered. Rather than defaulting to a single open-plan space, a tempting shortcut in tiny house design, the makers made the bold choice to divide the interior into two distinct zones: a private bedroom and a separate living area. That decision alone elevates the home from a micro-dwelling into something that genuinely functions like a family-friendly residence.
First spotted by Autoevolution, the Jana is finished in rustic timber cladding, complemented by double entrances and generous glazing. A metal roof caps the structure, adding to its overall stability. Beyond its timber framing, the home features insulation throughout the roof, walls, and floor, while ventilated facades are designed to keep interiors comfortable across all seasons.
Inside, the bedroom is tucked behind a sliding door. A generously sized wardrobe lines one wall, and the room is comfortably sized for two adults, with enough space left over for a small crib. Opposite the bedroom sits the combined living room and kitchen.
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The living area earns its keep with a full-sized fold-out sofa that extends sleeping capacity when guests arrive. The real showstopper, however, is the wood-burning stove, lending the space a warm, lived-in ambiance.
The kitchen features a generous countertop, full-size appliances, classic lower cupboards, and floating shelves. Squeezed between the bedroom and the living area is the bathroom, equipped with a sink, toilet, and shower. Like most mobile homes, the Jana relies on standard RV-style hookups for power and water.
