Shelter Studio

Compact Retreat Studio

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Built for Focused Living

Backyard sanctuary. Retreat amenity. Personal reset space. The Nook delivers everything essential in a thoughtfully compact footprint.

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Full kitchen with premium appliances

Complete bathroom with walk-in shower

Combined living and sleeping area

Work nook integration

Panoramic glazing

Design Yours

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Wellness Add-Ons

Create your complete retreat.

Outdoor Sauna

The Nook
($25,000-$35,000)

The 212
($40,000-$50,000)

Recovery Station

Complete contrast therapy

Cold Life Tub

Connect with nature

Extended Deck

Expand your living space

Interior

Separate spaces. Connected living. A true one-bedroom layout with distinct zones for sleep, work, and restoration. Natural materials and strategic glazing create brightness throughout.

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Full-size kitchen

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Integrated work space

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Living room with optional fireplace

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6-foot closet wall

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Natural stone bathroom

Floor Plan

Smart separation of living and sleeping.

Investment Options

Dwelling Package

Starting at $149,000

Complete structure
All finishes and fixtures
Delivery coordination
You manage installation

Turnkey Delivery

Starting at $217,000

EVERYTHING ABOVE PLUS:

Site evaluation
Permit management
Foundation work
Utility connections
Final activation

Design Yours

What We Include Complete Dwelling Package

Insulated structure throughout
Choice of exterior finishes
Natural interior materials
Full kitchen with all appliances
Complete bathroom with fixtures
Mini-split climate control
LED lighting system
All windows and doors
Built-in storage solutions

Turnkey Service Adds

Zoning research and approvals
Complete permit acquisition
Foundation design and preparation
All utility connections

Local contractor coordination
Delivery and placement
Systems activation
Walk-through training

Your Timeline

Design to occupancy: 12-16 weeks

Design Session

1 hour

Site Review

1 week

Contract Signing

Lock your slot

Crafted in Utah

10-14 weeks

Site Preparation

Concurrent

Delivery + Set

1 day

Move In

Within days

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Technical Specifications Structure

14' W x 39' L footprint
12' W x 37' L interior
546 sq ft total
Single-level design

Materials

Exterior: Shou Sugi Ban, Natural Pine, or Ash
Interior: Natural Alder or Cedar
Flooring: Wide-plank engineered oak
Bathroom: Natural stone surfaces
Insulation: R-25+ walls, R-40+ floors, R-50+ ceilings

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Spaces

Separate bedroom with closet
Full living room
Complete kitchen
Dining area
Full bathroom
Integrated work space

Systems

Mini-split heat pump (heating/cooling)
On-demand water heater
HEPA-grade air filtration
200A electrical service
Optional solar ready
10-year structural warranty

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Built in Utah

Handcrafted by artisans who understand that homes should support how you actually live. Every joint, every finish, every detail considered. Natural materials only. Built to last generations.

Built to Adapt

Foundation-ready but relocatable. Add modules as needs change. Your investment grows with you.

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Perfect For

Short-Term Rentals

Full amenities attract premium guests

Primary Residence

Everything needed for daily life

Multi-Generational Living

Private space on family property

Retreat Centers

Staff housing or premium guest quarters

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For Developers

Scale efficiently with consistent quality. Faster deployment than traditional construction. Volume pricing available.

Explore Commercial Options

New Primitive System

Compact Studio

324 sq ft efficiency option
Starting at $149,000

Retreat Studio

420 sq ft studio layout
Starting at $89,000

Retreat 2BR

714 sq ft family option

Contact for pricing

Ready to Design Your Space?

Built for life. Sized for living. Licensed Modular Manufacturer | #005193 Crafted in Utah by New Primitive

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Built for forever. Built for the
planet: ELMNTL dwellings are built
with recyclable, biodegradable,
decarbonizing, and healthy materials.
No plastic, foams, or toxic stuff.

Insured, bonded, licensed prefab
manufacturer. Prefab license #005193

For the love of adventure,
ELMNTL team from Lyons Colorado

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