Spain, September 5, 2025
News Summary
Tini Living is shipping factory-built prefab homes from Spain to buyers in the United States, offering six upfront-priced base models that can be combined into bespoke layouts. The system uses a steel frame, BIM coordination and full in‑factory production to control cost and quality; typical factory builds take about 100 days. The firm coordinates overseas shipping while local U.S. partners handle permitting, foundations and hookups. Design references include midcentury Case Study Houses; signature projects include an elongated Segovia home and a T-shaped Menorca house that won an architecture prize for its light, material honesty and rapid factory-to-site assembly.
Tini Living ships Case Study–inspired prefab homes from Spain to the U.S.; offers six upfront-priced models, steel-frame system, 100-day factory builds, and MATCOAM-winning Menorca project
Tini Living, a Spanish prefab maker founded in 2019 by architects Ignacio de la Vega and Pilar Cano‑Lasso, is expanding its reach to the United States with a line of factory-built houses that emphasize clear pricing, fast delivery, and a steel-based industrial system. The company offers six upfront-priced models that can be combined in different ways, and it says it can complete factory construction in about 100 days, then ship and install homes abroad.
Top-line offering and why it matters
The company presents its collection as a set of optimized, replicable houses distilled from years of bespoke projects. Prices are shared up front, with a typical starting cost cited at €2,800 per square meter (about $305 per square foot), making total cost more predictable than many site‑built projects. The firm stresses a process of total cost control using building information modeling (BIM) and full in‑factory manufacturing.
Design language and notable projects
Tini Living positions its work close in spirit to the midcentury Case Study Houses of Los Angeles, adapting those ideas to local landscapes in Spain. A recent project in Segovia assembles several factory modules into an elongated, steel-framed plan inspired by California modernism. That Segovia house measures about 1,830 square feet, was built in the factory, and received whitewashing of interior walls on site. The company describes the buildings as having pure lines, noble materials, and fluid transitions between inside and out.
Menorca project wins architecture prize and showcases system speed
One of the firm’s most emblematic builds, a T‑shaped house on a sloping plot in Menorca, was manufactured entirely in the factory in 100 days and installed on site in a single day. The Menorca home, sited to maximize daylight and Mediterranean views while integrating mature trees, was awarded a 2025 MATCOAM Prize for architectural rigor. The design uses passive measures such as pergolas for shading and natural ventilation, and it emphasizes calm interiors with oak and cork flooring.
Materials, customization and interiors
Tini Living says it works with high‑quality local materials and advanced insulation to push energy efficiency. Facade options include a galvanized steel skin that the company describes as blending with forest tones; clients can choose facade finishes, interior wall and floor materials, and equipment packages such as wardrobes, bathroom fixtures, and HVAC systems. Interior touches reported across projects include custom-front kitchen cabinetry from Cubro Design fitted to Ikea units and relaxed seating such as a Pummba sofa. Designs often feature large windows that frame gardens, wraparound views in kitchen/dining areas, a bedroom with private deck access, and a small office between the common area and bedrooms. A small pool is a possible add-on in hotter sites.
How the process works for international clients
The company builds its modules in Spanish factories and manages the shipping process for international projects to keep quality and timing under control. For U.S. projects, Tini Living says its designs comply with U.S. regulations and that its construction system has passed certification processes in California and New York. The firm partners with local teams in the United States to handle permitting, foundations, and utility hookups, coordinating qualified contractors for site work and final installation.
The typical client path begins with a deposit and a design phase. After a design contract is signed, a dedicated team of architects, engineers, and technical experts is assigned. State‑level certifications are handled through authorized agencies as part of the workflow. Once design and approvals are complete, the company aims to finish factory construction in about 100 days, then ship and install the units.
Why clients say they choose this route
Clients frequently single out speed, predictability, and clear pricing as decisive factors. The firm emphasizes an industrial method based on a steel frame, building information modeling (BIM), full in‑factory manufacturing, and total cost control, positioning its work as architecturally driven rather than typical catalog prefab.
Context within the prefab landscape
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Frequently Asked Questions
What models does Tini Living offer?
Tini Living offers six core models that can be combined in different layouts to create bespoke homes. Each model is conceived as a “case study” tuned to site, proportion, and connection to landscape.
How much do the homes cost?
The company states a typical starting cost of around €2,800 per square meter, roughly $305 per square foot. Final price varies with size, finishes, and customization.
How long does construction take?
Factory construction for their modules is generally around 100 days. Installation on site can be very fast; one Menorca project was installed in a single day after transport.
Can these homes be shipped to the United States?
Yes. Tini builds in Spain and manages the shipping process for international projects. The firm says its systems comply with U.S. rules and have passed certification in California and New York.
What site work is required in the U.S.?
Local partners handle permitting, foundation work, and utility hookups such as electrical and water. The company coordinates with qualified local contractors for those tasks.
What customization options are available?
Clients can choose façade treatments, interior wall and floor materials, fixtures, HVAC systems, and built-in equipment. Custom kitchen fronts and specific furniture choices have been used in several projects.
Key features at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Models | Six upfront-priced designs that can be combined |
| Construction method | Steel frame, BIM, full in‑factory manufacturing |
| Typical build time | About 100 days in factory; quick on-site installation |
| Starting price | ~€2,800 per sqm (~$305 per sq ft), varies with finishes |
| Shipping | Homes built in Spain; company manages international shipping |
| U.S. readiness | Claims compliance with U.S. regulations; certifications in CA and NY; local partners handle permitting and installation |
| Notable project | Menorca T‑shaped house; built in 100 days; installed in 1 day; 2025 MATCOAM award |
| Materials & efficiency | High‑quality local materials, advanced insulation, passive shading and ventilation strategies |
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Additional Resources
- Dwell: Tini Living is bringing its sleek prefabs to the USA
- Google Search: Tini Living
- Tini Living — Official site
- Wikipedia: Modular building
- Tini Living — Menorca project
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Case Study House Program
- Tini Living — Segovia project
- Google Scholar: prefabricated housing modular construction BIM
- Tini Living — Instagram
- Google News: Tini Living prefab USA
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