Welcome to the seventy-first post in the series
"Living Large in Small Spaces".
Located in Paradise Cove of Malibu, California, this 600 sq ft beauty began life as a fairly common mobile home. Just to put things in perspective though, the NY Times calls Paradise Cove "America's Most Glamorous Trailer Park". First developed in the 50's and then expanded in the 70's the park's mobile homes today range from $400k to over $4m and space rents run from $1500 to $3000 per month.
I say let's put real estate prices aside for the next few minutes and allow ourselves to be inspired by the interior transformation of this 1 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home.
Before the remodel the home seemed dreary and cluttered.
I say let's put real estate prices aside for the next few minutes and allow ourselves to be inspired by the interior transformation of this 1 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home.
Before the remodel the home seemed dreary and cluttered.
The after photos reveal a breathtaking makeover. Old sliding doors were removed and replaced with larger doors that allow for more natural light, not to mention fabulous views. Bar stools were placed outside near the deck rail to take advantage of the top rail's 14" depth -- great for holding plates and drinks.
The floors are white wash oak laminate. Walls are covered in wallpaper called "Peacock Feather".
A sectional really makes sense in a room this small. It allows for better traffic flow and helps the space seem larger.
A sectional really makes sense in a room this small. It allows for better traffic flow and helps the space seem larger.
The custom floating cabinet under the TV houses media equipment and provides storage to keep things tidy.
The new streamlined kitchen is bright and nicely appointed.
Floating shelves instead of upper cabinets open up the kitchen. Counter to ceiling tile gives the wall a clean, sleek look.
The floor to ceiling cabinetry on the right side of the kitchen conceals a pantry and refrigerator.
While the bedroom is minimalist in content, the layered textiles and warm wallpaper keep it from feeling stark.
Bedroom built-ins have double rods, drawers and a washer-dryer.
The bathroom is stunning with dark blue custom vanity, Caesarstone vanity top, and brass fixtures, and hardware.
The flooring is handmade cement tile.
Much of this particular remodel specified custom materials and work, but I can see how a project like this could be done in a budget-friendly way. Can you?
Interested in seeing more mobile home transformations? Here are some previous Living Large In Small Spaces featured mobile homes:
Whisper Cottage - Geneva and Buzz's single wide mobile home remodel
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Living Large in Small Spaces
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