AbleNook Tiny Modular Homes

AbleNook is a modular home company that aims to make tiny houses (they call them Human Modular Infinity Houses) more affordable and practical. By eliminating much of the barriers of the traditional home-building process, AbleNook makes homeownership more accessible to the everyday person.

Their homes are unlike any other tiny homes you’ve seen.

Who is AbleNook?

AbleNook was founded in 2011 by Sean Verdecia and Jason Ross. The company is headquartered in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.

The company aims to change the way we look at housing. Their flat-packed modular homes can be assembled in just two hours with two people and without using special tools.

While their homes are designed to be permanent residences, they can also be deployed and used by:

• Victims of natural disasters as temporary emergency shelters
• Eco resorts and vacation rentals

AbleNook homes are incredibly versatile and adaptable. You can just as easily pack up the house and transport it, if necessary, as no cranes or special tools are needed to assemble the structure.

Features of Flat Pack Tiny Homes

Flat pack home kits are in high demand, but don’t confuse them with a traditional “tiny home” on wheels. Instead, these homes are kind of their own thing. AbleNook says they can go places regular tiny homes cannot. They refer to them as Human Modular Infinity Homes. They are a type prefab tiny house kit that doesn’t take months to put together.

You’ll likely need permits to get the project underway, but these homes are easy and simple to construct.

When you opt for an AbleNook home, you benefit from the following features:

• Assembly that takes less than 2 hours to complete
• Modular design that comes with full insulation
• No-tool assembly design to construct the home effortlessly
• Integrated electrical features
• Adjustable footers to match your terrain
• Expandable design

You simply snap and slide the structural insulated panels together to set the entire home up. Aircraft-grade aluminum is used as the material of choice to provide high-end structural integrity to the home while offering an affordable option for tiny home enthusiasts.

Homeowners don’t need to worry about pouring a foundation or leveling the land when adjustable leg jacks support the home.

While these modular structures are “tiny home” size, they differ from the traditional definition of a tiny home because these models can be expanded. For example, you can contact the company to go from a one-floor to two-floor model. That is the key benefit of their modular building structures.

Additionally, these fast-construction homes have the strength to withstand winds up to 180 MPH, so they’re far more durable than even traditional modular homes.

If you’re in a rush and need a fast build, you can casually have everything up and running in a day. Faster builds are possible, and if you have two able-bodied individuals, you can snap the entire home in place in as little as 2 hours.

You also receive all of the Smeg appliances.

AbleNook offer fast, easy build for residential and off-grid dwellings. High-performance add-ons are available, and ceiling heights can span as high as 10.’ The manufacturer also works with multiple financing companies to help you finance your home.

The AbleNook A1 has 400 ft² of total surface space, with a comfortable 238 ft² of living space.

If you need to have a custom design made, you can work with a team of designers to learn how to expand your home.     

Ablenook FAQs

Can AbleNook Homes Be Customized?

In most cases, yes. Customization will require an additional design fee and other potential costs. However, you can typically change the home’s layout to your liking or the materials and finishes.

How are These Tiny Homes Secured to the Ground?

AbleNook homes are secured to the ground using either:

• Foundation pilings, OR
• Foundation stakes

The right option for you will depend on soil conditions and wind zones.

Can You Expand Your AbleNook?

Yes. AbleNook homes are easily expandable. The company says that going two stories is theoretically possible, although they’ve yet to do it in a real-world situation.

How Much Does It Cost?

Costs can vary when building any home. However, the home itself starts at $85,000. That’s just the cost of the home. Other costs will include:

• Site work or excavation
• Installing a septic or well (if necessary)
• Utility hook-ups

Do I Need a Permit?

In most cases, yes, a permit will be required to build an AbleNook home. Check with your local building department to learn more about the permitting process.

AbleNook homes are an affordable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional stick-built homes. Rapid, easy deployment makes them a great choice for humanitarian aid and natural disaster victims.

To get started or learn more visit AbleNook.com