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As a former owner of an appliance repair business my concern is getting access to repair all the appliances when they break. Stacked washer/dryer combos in a closet were a nightmare. Yes there are certain repair you can get at from the front and then there are some that required getting at the back. A small laundry room (closet) leaves with no place to slide the washer or dryer into. Same thing goes for the dishwasher and microwave in the cabinets. In general these floorplans have no place to pull out an appliance (refrigerator) so it can be worked on... before that I as in the power generation business... all that solar stuff and water heater shoved into a cramped closet.. nightmare for any kind of service... not to mention.. fire hazard.

Love the beautiful, clean, modern design. I think trailer homes are still the better solution for the affordability problem because you can get a 2 bed 2 bath small home for as little as 50K. We need trailer parks that are owner occupied and the trailer owner also owns (not rents) the lot. If our gov regulators really wanted to solve the problem it would already be solved.

I would buy one of these homes. Finding affordable land would be the challenge

My only concern would be a power outage! You wouldn't be able to transform the space. Not to mention the cost to maintain the electrical, transforming spaces/ furniture.

Hey Kristina, very nicely done! And you even managed to get my good side LOL. J.R. here, nice meeting you when you were there. I'm the very first customer, getting ready to live in the Citizen in about 60 days, fingers crossed 🤞

Whelp here they are....i'm so excited. I have hope again lol. $125,000 is affordable.....but 640sqft. But then i looked at the website where it states the citizen is built to function as 1,500 sqft. That made all the difference. As well as the solar, heat pump, water storage ect. They have really looked to the future with this design. Homes are being forced in this direction anyway. Thank you so much for bringing this info to your platform. I feel lucky to have seen it. So very grateful for you.

This is so cool! I would love to see Modular Home companies like Zenii continue to offer more choices (e.g., increased room sizes, connect your own appliances, different decor styles, etc.), but I absolutely love the idea of integrating both space-saving features and more modern technologies (e.g., induction cooktop, solar panels, etc.)

I think this is part of the solution. I do not believe there is a one size fits all to fixing the housing problems we have in this country. It is a tool to combat it and I appreciate the video.

This is fabulous. Once they start rolling these out, the 'conventional' homes will see a drop in price. So, this is the sort of thing that is needed to bring equilibrium to the housing market. Can't wait!

I wonder how much larger the house can be if they don't spend money on the fancy technology gimmicks. Overpriced tiny house is not the solution for affordability crisis, although I do appreciate them trying.

This may assist the affordability crisis but it certainly is not going to solve it. Because the biggest problem causing the affordability crisis is greed.

I really enjoyed this video thank you for this

This would've been great for me. Currently working on adding an ADU to care for aging parent. Not hurricane wind certified for FL. 😢

I would have to stack them because not enough space in a single unit.

I still believe a manufacturerd home on land, is a way better option for affordable housing, this is a very interesting video, Thank you Kristina

Oh no way at $195 a square foot.

Wow, this is a cool Idea, really like what Zenni is doing here. Great detective work, and video, Kristina!

Great video!

It's a great utilization of space, that is a given. However, everything requires electricity. As others have mentioned, what do you do during a power outage? Does the 10 yr. home warranty cover all the motorized parts, especially those that move walls every day? It's very modern looking and does not have that homey feel. Are they building communities in the states mentioned? At the moment, it may be affordable, but it appears you have to have land to put it on and then probably becomes unaffordable for most. Not to mention all the permits and utility hook-ups required. Time will tell I guess, but it's a bit too modern and cold for me. Affordable or not, I think it will appeal to only a certain group or temporary housing at best. What happens at the end of the warranty, meaning how easy would it be to get things fixed with the moveable parts?

It’s certainly a step in the right direction.

:) THANKS MUCH for sharing and WOW! VERY WELL Designed and executed. Hope they get to ALL States soon, as an affordable option for many, IF we can find land :) ALL the BEST and Cheers!

Impressive indeed. 👏🏻

I love love love this!! It may be a solution for that mid buyer ones who can't afford the higher priced homes but definetly squeezes out lower socio economic people. I think the biggest crisis is in lower middle class and low income people who are struggling to find homes they can afford and still eat food and be safe. I personally would love this home but if you add the land it will cost as much as the homes people already can't afford. But I do absolutely drool over this home!!!

So basically, if you’re in the master closet, which is kind of like a shoebox and the power goes out, you’re stuck in there until the power comes back on

What happens if there’s a power outage for our extended period of time does your house just literally not function?

I've been looking for a prefab system that would work here in Louisiana for years so I have a lot of opinions. I've looked at everything from foam and concrete and even toured Italy's M2's plant when they were in NOLA (Vero building systems now uses it) to Steel Master huts and shipping containers. Zennihomes has nice ideas, many of which are found in RV's. The closet is pure genius as long as you have a crank to open it if the power goes out. Murphy beds are I think, a better idea than the $15,000 bed and some of the nicer RV's have them. What it lacks is what most lack, uni-body construction to resist hurricanes and tornadoes. And a downside to all of the small homes I've seen are the number of windows and sliding or double doors which don't give much of feeling of security when the wind blows or a prowler is about. It also severely limits needed furniture, my relatively small two sided art supply rack and drafting table would fill the spare room and there is no easy way to expand the room or home. These home are beautiful as long as you don't have hobbies and spend most of your time away or outdoors. I want a home that I can feel secure in when neighbors aren't on top of me to see my front door. I also don't want a tiny home and my only reason for buying one would be if it were affordable, expandable and hurricane proof. I need a studio that I could expand into a home and sell this one. At the current price point, I don't see these as "affordable". They are fine for upper income back yards wanting a place for a parent or as weekend lake cabins, but as a major investment for a person without serious means...no. Here in Louisiana wind is a big thing and the only company producing that technology that I've found so far is Vera building system out of Florida. The problem there is the weight of the structure and the fact that the Styrofoam panels must be surfaced with concrete in an upright position. Steel construction is better than wood until it sustains blunt force like a tree falling on it. While wood is more likely to break, steel is more likely to bend other members and stress the whole systems. Nice if it resists the impact completely, not so nice if everything is now slightly bent. Precast concrete seems to be the best answer and I wonder why no one has developed a strong, lightweight cast concrete panel for homes in this size range. Japan has created some really interesting systems with barrel roofs and inter-changable parts like hallways and additional rooms. If you are going to build this small, an interlocking precast panel system would seem to be the way to go. Commercial construction uses precast all the time and you see many of those buildings still standing after major storms, except for the traditional roof which is to be avoided if you want a hurricane safe home. I keep waiting for the day when someone will start producing Jacque Fresco's concept homes. Just extrude the whole thing like cake icing!

The dollar for features and build integrity - long-life - is tempting. They were smart about options and extra costs too. Smart use of cubic capacity.

Thank you that was pretty amazing. Love the way you can get the solar system built in. And you can get starlink. Well thought out. Sent this to my daughter.

This looks wonderful. However, I do not like the idea of only having one option for fridge and oven, and the size being so small, when I have seen full size in others, even tiny homes... #foodforthought

This is very much the solution for the affordability crisis.

I've been following this sector. Zenni is at or close to top of the list.

I would love to see them build 3 three bedroom home and some of the features a little further back from the kitchen/ living room area. Nonetheless, the design seems intriguing.

Kristina great vid. It is fascinating. A real alternative. I just wonder how an average assembly would be. Either the small one or the 2 bedroom plus a pole barn with a primary kitchen and a bathroom with a tub just might be an idea that would make a lot of people happy

I like this one!

This is going to help buyers afford a home which they don't have to worry any additional repairs and remodel after closing on their new abode!! I definitely love the open concept and all the modern technology and products that come with it but also you can upgrade features.

I really like this. My worry was the snow. I live in Wisconsin, we can get a lot of snow sometimes, and the temperatures can get below zero on occasion. I will keep an eye out for approval in my state

It’s all comfy cozy until someone hacks your bed and walls in the dead of night 😮

195.00 per sqft plus shipping taxes foundation set up land septic sewer permits?? Its more expensive than a stick build.

There are too many moving parts.

I like your RU-vid channel. Thank you. Do you have a list of modular homes that North Dakota approves?

is that Nick Lewis with you??

Love the look but to hi tech for me Keep it simple.l love some of the shipping container homes.

As an architect - I think this is wonderful. So many people speak of retractable beds and such - as a dream - And here is reality. Would be great if they could get them up here in Southern New England.

I love it!!! very affordable 👌🏾

Cute, but all the furniture and fixtures look like MDF with veneer. Great if you like the IKEA look. Most of my current furniture is solid wood pieces in MCM and contemporary styles. The Mighty Buildings homes seem more impressive, but all these types of houses always seem to be aimed at dry desert climates.

First off, I am not giving up my gas stove. These houses have too many moving parts.Will it eat me?....it's scary!!😂

I like these homes I live in Ct wondering if they’re approved for east coast

Does the warranty on the structure apply to the motorized bed platform and closet? If those motors wear out, will they replace them for free within 10 years of purchase? Also, they mentioned something about sensors when talking about the bed platform. I would assume that the platform would stop its descent if there were an obstruction (like a person) underneath it or stop its ascent if there were a person, animal, etc. on top of the bed as it's rising. It would otherwise be an unacceptable safety hazard.

No good for florida to bad, I Love the concept.

I'm thinking of the cost to make repairs

I love the idea but its still too crammed for me. I'm a generation x. I'm open to go modern but I have limits

What about the prices?

I'm sure this will fill a need for certain people in certain areas. I would never consider one. I also don't think I would want to live in a neighborhood of container homes. Lots would be extremely small, density of people, cars, kids and dogs would be more than unsettling for a place you want to call home and your sanctuary.

Looks very cool. Flat roofs only work in certain areas. Other than that, looks cool.

This is great but too compartmentalized for me UNLESS OTHERWISE...🤔 I plan to live in Nevada. I'll look into manufacturered homes.

I really like these modular home ideas. But not sure about the quality of the wood being used? R they adorable?

Does the $125,000 price tag include installation, including water/sewer/electricity?

They have definitely taken some ideas from others, which is the way it should be... evolutionary processes ... from the container model to the width that will allow permitless travel. Can the bed squish you into the ceiling? Asking for a friend...😊

I like that the desk can have stuff left all over it, when the bed is pulled down, provided that you do not pile your books too high. I do not like stuff dependent upon Google or upon the electricity working. Corporations are too fickle and unreliable. The solar does not have nearly enough battery backup.

If I were considering this before I bought my stick built, it would have needed to be in the 50k range. 1) I don't need you to furnish it. 2) I don't need you to put appliances in it.

Wondering if this home would be good and safe in Florida weather? Could these houses be placed on any lot of land we purchase? I would love it if you could interview someone who already lives in one to get their opinion(s). So far, in my inexperienced opinion, these houses, built in only 5-days, could help limit the housing crisis all across America.

125,000 dollars. Thats just so much that i might as well get a normal house. I can get one for 180k-225k in my neck of the woods. With the land. And a 100 dollar "deposit" with no guarantees? I dont like this.

What about the permits? How much it was?

if i could get one for 60k all done i would buy it today... I have an old trailer pad set up well sewer power pad

How well do modular homes and manufactured homes hold up in inclement weather?

Well my comment is the price would be fine if it included the land but if it doesn't then it's no big deal it's just as expensive as getting a regular home. And the regular homes can withstand all the elements a lot more than this type of home

Looks wonderful, very thoughtful design, however past 20 years made me very skeptical about the quality of everything modern. It’s build to last just few years or a year only and break after the warranty expires. What would be the cost to fix this bed? This closet? Can it be operated manually in case the power outage?

Great idea but I am concerned about the lifespan of the robotics.

Just a couple of thoughts .... Raleigh (and I'm sure other cities) have minimum and maximum sizes for ADUs and tiny homes. Lenders have other size guidelines. It would be great for a company to address not only IBC, but have models in the sweet spot where the city will allow year-round living (IBC), FNMA will lend (I think that's 400sf+), and cities will allow them as Tinies/ADUs (I think topping out around 600sf near me). Bonus points if you could cost-effectively MINIMALLY connect them (like with a carport) as duplexes/triplexes to take advantage of multifamily zoning, while still having the feel of a single-family home. Would love if these were available in NC. I think the market would mostly be in higher-cost cities, where municipalities are allowing more density. People are willing to live in much smaller spaces but want polished interiors in those areas. I think that in Raleigh, where fancy condos are over $400/sf, these would be a hit with folks that want a small plot of land but the look and feel of a fancy condo.

I think I mentioned in my tour that the price is decent but once they ramp up production I hope they can get the price down to under 100k for the Citizen. Your welcome for the footage.

ADA compliant - that is huge

Why not just use a sofabed? Or a Murphy bed?

What does it cost including all hidden costs?

What's the actual size of this thing

How many of these ever get delivered though? Remember Boxabl? How many of these style home companies with big dreams have come and gone...and STOLEN people's money? OK, well, that was just addressed at 4:20, and that's great in theory, but will it come to fruition? I have my (many) doubts.

"Cart before the horse" is the American way. As long as they are moving forward and not giving up, I can wait. Too much tech can be costly to repair... think auto industry... looks great though...

its not a bold claim any modular home can be put up on site in a week its how long the plant takes to build it is the question

I ask VA home loans back in 2015 if they finance modular homes for veterans they said NOPE... I was trying to save money by getting trailer or modular home but they said no large debt get that... I found out if the home is not attached to land they don't want to give a loan yet we get loans for car which don't attach to anything ... odd of them to not give a loan for a affordable home... you still have the loan to pay so why not give loan ... stupid reason given... LOL

Everything about this company and product line is so refreshing and fills me full of optimism for this space in the market. Only drawback is the incredible demand they have leading to such long lead times, but that is obviously a good problem to have for them in some ways. Great tour and interview thank you!

A house where one of the bedrooms is the living room is not a 2 bedroom house. It is a 1 bedroom.

Very interesting 🤔

Very cool,Id look into one for a ADU. But 195$ a sq ft is kinda high.

Can you get this house without furniture? I have my own furniture

Not sure about all the moving parts. It seems like there is potential for mechanical failure and problems when the electricity is out. But, they are beautiful and elegant.

When will they be on North Carolina and Georgia? I like that they can be stacked. I assume they can be placed side by side and attached.

OK, that bed - you're engaged with a tigress and it starts going up? Squishy?

🌟 super informative, thank you! It would be nice if total housing costs per month would be no more that 20 percent of income 💫

The other problem is is where do the average person put them, it would be awesome if states would start changing their laws, so that a builder like this, which is building real homes only their small could make bungalow communities where you own your land when you buy your house. On a very tiny lot not a homeowners association unless that’s what people are looking for something that you could pay off and live debt-free other than property taxes buying your own mobile home is great but if you have to put it in a mobile home park, you’re still paying ridiculous amount of money per month that’s the biggest problem I see with all of these small homebuilders they are perfect for seniors but the whole process of buying one and placing it is too complicated and costly. I just want to show up and buy it or buy a lot that is already prepped and ready to go to drop the house on and since it’s a real house, a mortgage would be possible. But until someone crosses that line in the banks, see that it’s a viable business with long-term value in the homes it’s always going to be a struggle or the average person is going to have to overpay because they don’t have cash to lay out

nice now if we can find small lots that we can put them on. . lot of places , the county or cities want 1500sf min build

I like modular homes, and Zenni is one of the few that are more reasonably priced if you ho without the costly upgrades lomr the bed. Similar pricing as park model homes. I've seen other modular home companies claim they want to help solve the affordable home shortage but their base price for similar size homes usually starts around 200K.

I guess, like most of us, I would be nervous about being one of the first to buy. But the brave one is in Coolidge, AZ, which is close to Phoenix. Coolidge is pretty flat and just as hot as Phoenix. I wish the buyer and seller good fortune as these homes can help some people achieve home ownership as Phoenix-area prices are currently through the roof.

I love the modern look of the home, but am not keen on open plan and would have the spaces configured in a different way. However, none of these modular units is the solution to the housing crisis because nobody wants that.

I think this is worth the price for most people as long as the land they put it on is affordable and the city or county where they live will allow it. If someone likes a big and/or unique house, this will not be for them. For regular working people, these should bring home affordability. I wondered why someone didn't start building homes from shipping container sized modules about the time everyone started converting shipping containers to homes. That shape and size is easy to transport efficiently and safely. If they use enough steel, it should hold up to the stresses commonly associated with transportation of modular homes way better than traditionally fastened 2x4 or 2x6 studs. Unlike shipping container conversions, these are designed for human habitation and designed to be joined with other modules to make a larger, cohesive home.

He said from zone 1 to 6 and they're already in Texas with most of it being in higher Zones..So??🤔🤔

I would prefer not to have all the high-end gadgetry and high-end furniture. I would rather furnish it myself, the bathroom is awesome all one unit without having to get into or out of a shower, very washable and cleanable. If you could pick your wall surfaces or dividing wall surfaces, whichever that would be and have different levels of economical packages but the main things are that everything is finished you can bring your own furniture or add individual pieces of theirs like the Murphy bed personally, I would prefer a bigger refrigerator but that’s not biggie. If they could have a basic structure with the bathroom finish and the kitchen finished with her without appliances or make them fit standard appliances that would be better when my dishwasher breaks in 10 years I would prefer to just go buy a new one and install it and not have to search for the exact fit, or drawer shape , keep simple, and economical. I would not mind if I had the manually move the closets. I would like to have the larger one for one person or a couple with the Murphy bed, but all their furniture and high-grade interior design could be greatly reduce. The things that are important are the quality of the construction, the exterior permanence windows and insulation, as well as mechanical systems, I can decorate myself someone living in one of these home is going to have to get used to minimalism gadgets don’t fix that

Hey I see NIck Lewis at 9:49 😂..Look at that look he's giving 😅

We live in Arizona and toured these two homes last November. After receiving a quote for a stick-built main house that was astronomical, we decided to pivot and build this as a guest home first. I will add more comments as we get though the process.

Again, these cramped ugly boxes don’t work for us. I like the customization and health benefits of a natural home. That is the option which would be a huge game changer and which is less expensive and healthier than modular, manufactured, and traditional chemical homes.

Just saw this home in another video. This house is WAY overpriced at about $90,000! I built something about half the size for under $7,000. Something this size can be built for around $15,000 - $20,000. That price is completely INSANE!