​Building a house from scratch need not be a stressful and lengthy process, as these inspiring prefabricated tiny homes prove. Designed to be assembled in almost any location in no time at all, these miniature flat-pack models are perfect for even the most impatient of people. From minimalist cubes to chocolate box wooden cabins, click or scroll through these modular tiny homes which show that downsizing doesn't mean having to compromise on style.

Ohio-based company Modern Tiny Living design a number of stylish and compact customisable tiny homes on wheels. Their vast portfolio includes Hatteras, a 240-square-foot home based on the company's Point design. 

The custom-made trailer base comes with a handy lifetime warranty. Inside the tiny home boasts a comfortable seating area with deep blue colour accents and cosy wood-clad walls, while the exterior has a sturdy metal roof and walls made from the easy-to-erect lapped smart siding.

Coming with all the trappings to make a perfect tiny home, the Hatteras features a king-sized loft bedroom that's accessed by stairs with all-important secret storage, while the small kitchen boasts a stylish farmhouse sink and a double burner electric hob. When can we move in?

For decades IKEA has been the king of flat-pack furniture and now the iconic Scandinavian firm has branched out into self-assembly homes. Not only is the compact cabin stylish and quick to erect but it also comes with a whole host of eco features. The prefabricated house can be delivered to almost any location in America and boasts its own levelling system, meaning it can be installed onto any level plot in a matter of minutes. 

IKEA teamed up with tiny home specialists Escape and Vox Creative to design its first-ever flat-pack house. As you would expect, the retreat boasts plenty of smart space-saving features across its 187-square-foot interior. Designed to be located off-grid, the tiny home sits on a trailer and is a customised version of Escape's popular Vista Boho XL model, but comes decked out with solar panels, an on-demand heated water supply and an eco-friendly composting toilet.

Cosy and compact, the tiny home boasts chic white-washed, sustainably grown pine panelled walls, plenty of windows and IKEA furniture, including a collapsible desk and table. The house consists of an open-plan lounge with a bedroom at one end and a bathroom at the other. There are plenty of sustainable details too, including the kitchen cupboards, which are made from recycled bottle tops. Prices for IKEA's first flat-pack home start at just $49,928 (£36k), making this model both beautiful and highly affordable.

Available in four tiny sizes, this impressively clever cabin by Tumbleweed Houses sleeps up to six people. Built on wheels, it doesn’t require a building permit and can be moved to different locations at the drop of a hat.

With a starting price of $59,559 (£43k), the open-plan interior can be customised with the most intricate details, from wall finishes to flooring, window styles and lighting, making each model entirely unique to the owner. Its double-height loft and elongated floor plan create a spacious interior and there's also the option to install a bathroom and a staircase. 

The home maximises on space with cleverly concealed drawers that have been slotted into the most discreet corners of the property, including in the otherwise redundant stairs rungs. A small but cosy bedroom is located in the loft, where there's plenty of space for a queen or twin-sized beds, while downstairs is a compact living space with enough room for a sofa and coffee table. 

Estonian design company, Kodaseama, have designed a tiny house that takes less than 24 hours to assemble. The 270-square-foot concrete structure doesn't require foundations, which makes it movable, and costs around $137,000 (£99k) for installation and delivery. The price also includes site preparation and the cost of connecting the home to an electricity and water supply. 

Striking to look at and full of features, this is one of world's most impressive tiny homes. The ground floor consists of an open-plan living room and kitchen, while the bedroom and bathroom are cleverly slotted into the mezzanine area above. A sustainable structure, solar panels are mounted onto the roof to generate power.

While the exterior is made from thin composite panels of concrete, the interior offers a simple timber frame. The home also has Silica-fume vacuum insulation panels, which keep it warm in winter and cool in summer – making it ideal for almost any location in the world.

If you're looking for a rustic design that wouldn't look out of place in the woods then this could be the prefab for you. The cabin-style Elm home, designed by the Tumbleweed Tiny House Company, has a starting price of $81,559 (£59k) and has 260 square feet of floor space. With its custom arch window and full porch, this tiny house on wheels can be moved around to wherever you desire. 

Inside, the light-filled interior features an open-plan space with a living room and kitchen and a twin-sized bedroom at the back on a mezzanine level. The vaulted ceiling adds much-needed head height and is in-keeping with the wood-clad walls. Keep them bare for a natural look or paint them to customise your design.

Up on the aforementioned mezzanine level, there's a spacious queen-sized loft bedroom that lies underneath the vaulted roof. Multiple windows let in lots of light and there's plenty of space either side of the bed for your belongings, with other handy storage spots hidden around the tiny cabin.

Seattle-based, prefab home design company, NODE has created a  beautiful, carbon-negative tiny home that can be easily assembled straight out of the box. The compact cabin includes solar panels, energy storage and a rainwater collection system, so that the owner can live entirely off-the-grid.

NODE homes are highly durable and are designed to last longer than 100 years. Suitable for almost any location, this chic tiny home can endure earthquakes, heavy snow loads and even wild fires. Constructed with non-toxic materials and a state-of-the-art building envelope, the NODE is also highly insulated and has a low impact on the landscape upon which it is placed.

Each NODE home is entirely custom-made and can be adjusted to suit the needs of each individual buyer, which means the price varies depending on your choices and finishes. Each model comes with an open-plan layout, a small kitchenette, a bathroom and up to three bedrooms. The interior is light and bright with plenty of windows and smart storage integrated into the design, so you can make the downsizing transition with ease. 

KitHaus designs and delivers modern prefab homes that can be assembled on-site. Perfect as permanent homes, studios or even guest rooms, there are seven different models, including the larger K6 design. 

Starting at 235 square feet, the home features a full kitchen and bathroom, one bedroom and enough space for an open-plan living zone. Prices for the most basic model start at $67,500 (£49k), with costs increasing depending on the fixtures and finishes the purchaser opts for.

The exterior is made from natural cement board with a corrugated roof, while inside the walls are lined in unfinished birchwood with aluminium dividers to separate rooms. This is definitely one for lovers of clean, modern design! 

POD-Idladla is a tiny house company based in South Africa that creates prefabricated homes with sustainability and cutting-edge design in mind. Each of its prefabricated properties can be customised with various configurations, resulting in a final product that is completely unique to its owner. 

With a 221-square-foot floor plan, it makes for speedy construction, taking less than 24 hours to build. The space is designed to be flexible and multi-functional and is made from steel, aluminium and wood, for a clean, modern finish that wouldn't look out of place in a chic new apartment.

The property sleeps two people, but if you want more capacity you can put more than one pod together in a unique configuration, in order to create a larger space. The pad also includes a large deck that's perfect for indoor-outdoor living and has a starting price of $252,000 (£181k).

The Roving, which was designed by 84 Tiny Living, comes in at a compact 154 square feet. The semi-DIY kit comes equipped with everything you’ll need to set up your new home, including architectural blueprints and an additional materials list. Those with a bigger budget and less patience can opt for a fully-outfitted model instead.

The interior includes a walnut stained vaulted ceiling to make the tiny space feel more spacious. The upstairs loft bedroom features a full-sized bed, windows and lighting, while downstairs there's a compact dining space so you'll always have a place to eat and relax in your tiny home.

Every inch of The Roving has been designed with streamlined living in mind. For example, there's a hidden storage unit concealed by a charming barn door, which provides a rustic feel while creating a clutter-free interior to be proud of. The entire property also has cork flooring, which is an added bonus for environmentally-conscious buyers. 

Arched Cabins is a family-owned business that produces cost-effective prefabricated homes. Sustainable and quick to assemble, they have become extremely popular among tiny house communities. Their cute designs come in a number of sizes ranging from an eight-foot-wide single room cabin to a large family size model with up to four bedrooms.

The company's many tiny home kits have a starting price of just $3,180 (£2.3k), for a 144-square-foot studio, and go up from there depending on the size and finishes you select. Inside has enough space for an open-plan living room and kitchen, a spacious loft-style bedroom, a bathroom and a porch. For an additional cost, you can also get a fireplace thimble. 

The arched cabin arrives with everything to build a cosy home, including a user-friendly instruction manual which will help you build your cabin in a minimum of just two days. There's no doubt that this is one of the world's best cabins!

If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a cosy getaway retreat, look no further than the Writer’s Haven cabin by Jamaica Cottage Shop. Starting from just $4,185 (£3k) for the frame, this rustic property offers a magical tiny home design for a bargain price. 

The open-plan model with vaulted ceiling offers a single, airy living room. This tiny home is all about characterful design and it would be perfect as a garden room, vacation cabin or to rent out as a quirky Airbnb space.

With various sizes on offer, this tiny home is considerably smaller than the average micro-house, though it has enough space inside for a daybed, desk and a bathroom. The property takes a mere 34 hours for two people to construct, though assembly options are available to purchase.

This 203-square-foot house by 84 Tiny Living is built on a steel trailer, so you can easily relocate your home whenever the need arises. Not only is this DIY dwelling easy to assemble but the exterior is also constructed out of recycled materials. This tiny carriage home would be the perfect choice for adventurers. 

The Countryside has been designed for spacious living and those who enjoy brunching will appreciate the breakfast bar. While the sofa converts into a daybed, providing an extra sleeping area for guests, there are also plenty of clever hidden storage units for those who like clutter-free living.

The double bedroom is located in the loft, which has plenty of additional space for storage units. An impressive vaulted ceiling and surrounding windows create a spacious sleeping environment. Additional features can be added by request, with an average of two days required to set up and move into your new home.

Available in three different layouts, with prices starting at $47,000 (£35k), the Plús Hús is a snug but stylish tiny home that offers a versatile interior. It's constructed from sustainable materials and measures a cosy 320 square feet, making it ideal for tight plots and those on a budget.

Developed by the award-winning design firm, Minarc, the Icelandic retreat is fitted with an array of sleek modern finishes. The kitchen features Caesar stone countertops, a stainless steel sink and an induction hob with two rings. There's even enough space for a desk and a lounge area, complete with a coffee table. 

The interior walls are clad with maple wood for a rustic, industrial feel, while each flat-pack model comes complete with air conditioning and heating to set you up for every season. We might be biased, but we think the Plús Hús is one of the world's cleverest flat-pack homes.

This country-style cabin from DublDom makes a great holiday getaway or a new permanent home. With just 279 square feet of interior space, the hut uses a single fire for heat, so it is economical to run and perfect for staying cosy on snowy evenings. 

The cosy house is a comfortable size for up to three people and is equipped with all the modern-day amenities. With a hallway, living room, kitchen, bedroom and a bathroom, prices start at $19,900 (£15.3k).

The ideal option for tiny home communities, the DublDom 26 takes three days to assemble and can come with an array of optional extras, including a terrace or veranda. With 20cm thick exterior walls, the house has minimal heat loss and can use free energy from solar panels 365 days a year. 

Cleverly made and filled with natural light, the Britespace by Avava Dwellings is aptly named. Offering a completely new way to do prefab, the micro dwelling can be shipped in flat-packed boxes, enabling easy transportation and quick assembly. Sustainable, efficient, strong and elegant, the Britespace is available in three sizes, starting from 264 square feet and going up to 480 square feet. 

Each Britespace model contains a contemporary open-plan interior, with a compact kitchen, a cosy living area, a bedroom, bathroom and storage closet. Starting from $117,000 (£87.8k), which includes permitting, flat-pack delivery, installation and contractor services, the micro pad is created in a factory in San Francisco and posted to the lucky owner in 64 sections. Each model can be assembled straight from the box in just six weeks.

Formed from a patented framing system of engineered wood, the house keeps its warmth thanks to structurally insulated panels, making the structure highly energy efficient. A simple colour scheme, natural oak floors, ample windows and LED lights make for a bright and inviting interior, while the home's generous ceiling height enhances the impression of space. With an electric water heater, a water collection system and rooftop solar panels, the Britespace is also highly sustainable.

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