Compact and versatile prefabricated house made of wood

The PODhaus from ROB GmbH (Robust Outdoor Brands) in Switzerland

POD House - prefabricated wooden house

Although it is shown here in the dead of winter in Flims, Switzerland, it is PODhouse not only intended for use in these wintry conditions. This one cleverly designed Prefabricated house made of wood can be used for many purposes, especially where more space is needed. Each of the stylish units could also be a garden cottage, a guest room, or a secret place whenever you need to get away from the world.

Super insulated accommodation in a prefabricated wooden house – PODhotel

the POD house in Switzerland

The examples opposite are in Switzerland and show how resilient each one is PODhouse can be when exposed to extreme weather conditions. That PODhotel actually consists of a collection of separate POD houses. Adapted to this snowy place, the insulation is sufficient to withstand the coldest winters in the Alps. Every single guest POD is equipped with: comfortable beds, electricity, heating, lighting. It is designed to provide very comfortable accommodation even in the harshest weather conditions.

POD house in Switzerland - ROB GmbH

Originally designed as a low-energy house, this prefabricated house made of wood offers a “sustainable small living environment”. The first of these units was produced in 2003 and since then it has been tested and improved until it is developed into the final design we see here. The house is off-site, with minimal environmental impact during construction. Each unit is built from FSC certified wood so it is environmentally friendly. For extra protection, the windows are double-glazed to keep out the cold wind and reduce outside noise.

The versatility of the PODhaus – the prefabricated house made of wood

Interior of POD House in Switzerland

You can never have too much space in your house. So it could be versatile PODhouse be the answer so that you can gain valuable space without the hassle of moving to a bigger house or building an expensive extension. The subtle nature of each attractive wooden structure means that you can sit comfortably in numerous different locations. If you need even more space, the latest PODhouses come with lightweight expansion modules that increase the accommodation by up to 2 meters. Other available extras for your PODhouse also include a solar roof panel and patio. Just think what you can do with this versatile prefabricated wooden house.

by Jaz

Light wooden architecture in the POD prefabricated house

POD house wood interior