My New Obsession: Modern Modular Prefab Homes

I must admit I have an obsession of late. I mean it occupies my thoughts often and I love the idea of it and search the internet and read about it as much as possible to see how plausible such a thing could be for me. I was introduced to the newest generation of prefab homes by dwell magazine (it is def one of their obsessions too--the Jan 09 issue is "the prefab issue" and I have it). They're not like prefab homes of the past, or so they say. These "second generation" prefab homes have an emphasis on sustainability. They say some of the homes come already LEED certified! They are also very contemporary modular looking (like the "Wee home" above). They are also trying to make them affordable now too (who can complain about that?) My favorite part? They say they go exactly against the current wave of McMansions that is sweeping the country in that their idea is not more, more, more! but less is more. I guess it goes hand in hand with sustainability. I have known for some time now that I value quality over quantity and making do with less, less space especially. I am sure I want as small a space as I can fit into because that means less time cleaning, more time doing things I like, and less space to accumulate JUNK! (I hate junk! I am always taking things to DI.) It only requires a smarter storage solutions (something of a hobby of mine) and a more concerted effort to keep "things" count down (I'm getting good at this too--closet has less than ever and Cam only has one small box of toys, and I plan to keep it that way as long as possible!).

So my reason for obessing is because I would love to have one of these smallish, sustainable, affordable prefabs for myself someday. I am just still researching if such a thing can be.

If you are interested, here are some fun sites to look at these modern prefabs.
Modern Cabana (not a home but you know...)
pieceHomes
h haus