May 24, 2023
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The 12 Smallest Buildings in the World

Did you ever get a chance to learn about the smallest buildings in the world? If not then we here with details about where is the smallest buildings in the world. There are many buildings in the world that ordinary people cannot imagine in terms of architecture. But they are built for particular and novel purposes. We will bring you about the 12 smallest buildings in the world below.

1. The Ochopee Post Office

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The smallest post office in the United States serves the zip code 33943 in Ochopee, Florida, and only has space for one employee at a time. This tiny post office has been serving the region for generations.

Previously located inside the local general store, the post office was moved into its current home after it burnt down in 1953. The small shed that houses the postal outpost was a storage closet for irrigation pipes before being pressed into service as a post office. While the general store was never rebuilt, the small office has been more than sufficient for the infinitesimally small local population, last thought to hover around 11 souls. During full service, the Ochopee post office is simply a 7x8 shack with a cramped counter, mail slots on the back wall, and a single fluorescent light to illuminate the space.    

Despite the tiny population of Ochopee, America’s post office is the postal hub for people within an area of over 130 miles around the Everglades-based mailroom. Many of these customers are members of the Miccosukee and Seminole tribes.

2. The Hobbit House – Wales

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The Hobbit House, located in Wales, was built by its owner. The family wanted to live near nature. So they built a house in the forest. The hobbit house is made with natural materials that blend into the surroundings. It is a lovely cozy house to live in, so the people working in the forest take a rest if they need it in the hobbit house. The owners who built the house have moved to another place.

3. Museum Perron – Oost, Netherlands

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This is the most miniature museum in the world, located in Eastern Docklands. It is a nineteen-square-foot building. The museum showcases old and recent stories from the Eastern Harbour District, with exhibitions that change every year.

4. Coffee shop – Lincoln, England

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Lincoln has a small coffee shop which is the favorite place for many people. It is a 6.5-foot coffee shop that has a tiny bar and seats. Further, the owner of this shop is Adam Lowiss. Many people like the coffee, sandwiches, and tea he makes in the shop. It is a charming place to visit.

5. Tiny house – Portland, Oregon

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This house is located in the hills of Portland, Oregon. These are the tiny houses built in the US. As the new trend is to live a minimalist lifestyle, many buy such tiny houses for their family to settle in. The house has a small layout and a small storeroom. Also, the house is made of steel, but the doors and windows are made of wood. The scenic mountains and hills surround this house.

6. Kasteeltje Hattem – Netherlands

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They are known as the most miniature castle in the Netherlands. It is a seventeenth-century building with lots of history behind it. Nowadays, a hotel in the court offers rooms for people. This castle looks old, but many renovations have happened to it. That is why many people find this castle great to reside in. They come here for vacations and have a peaceful time. Beautiful grounds also surround this castle.

7. The Elementary School in Turin

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This is not exactly a house but a school located in Turin. This elementary school is famous because of its spacious area. Also, this is a single-room classroom for one student. But fifteen staff in the school help her. You may be surprised after hearing this, but this is the truth. Such a school exists. That is why this small school comes to your list.

8. The Prince Edward Island Library in Canada

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Libraries are essential to humanity. They are usually built as large buildings easy to accommodate lots of books. But there is a small library in Canada on Prince Edward Island. It is just 11.5 X 11.5 feet and contains 1800 books. John A. MacDonald owns and manages this tiny library with the help from his daughter. Many readers visit this library to find the books they love.

9. The North Queensferry Lighthouse in Scotland

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This is also one of the most miniature buildings in the world. It was built in 1817, and it is 11 feet tall. Then a person has to take twenty-four easy steps. Also, it can accommodate two people, making it a tiny house. But it was used as a functional longhouse that guided many boats. It has become a famous tourist attraction under the North Queensferry Heritage Society.

10. The Quay House in Wales

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These types of small buildings are adorable. These are the tiny houses in Britain. Now they have become a well-known attraction. Although these houses do not have a toilet, they are comfortable. It belonged to a fisherman named Robert Jones. The area of the house is just 3m X 1.8m. But the old owner of the house Robert Jones was 6ft 3 inches tall.

11. The Riverside House in Japan

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The people of Japan are well known for their devices. But they are also famous for their building techniques. As buying a plot in Japan and building a house is expensive, many people have turned to living in small buildings. They are called micro houses. Shack living has become a trend created by Kengo Kuma, an architect.

12. The Flatiron Building

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Made to resemble the famous Flatiron building found in New York City, this miniature version of the Flatiron is set in downtown Portland. Built-in 1916, it currently takes less space than a single acre. For decades, it was regarded as the smallest commercial structure on the West Coast. Today, it’s looked after by the National Register of Historic Places, which ensure that it has fresh paint and all the necessary repairs every few years, and it’s great for a visit for the curious or those wanting to make money online through travel blogs.

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