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What do Elon Musk and prefab homes have in common? For now at least, a prefab house called Boxabl is Musk’s abode, which, rumor has it, he lives in near SpaceX ground zero in Boca Chica, Texas after selling off nearly all of his real estate holdings.
The 20x20 small prefab home might be commonly known as an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or perhaps a guest house, but in the Boxabl world, it’s referred to as Casita. Unlike other small prefab houses, Boxabls have a unique, flat-pack design that allows them to break down to 8.5 feet in width and be delivered onsite via truck, train, air or ship.
The main materials in the prefab home are steel, concrete and EPS foam, specifically chosen for their durability. They don’t degrade like other building materials, so the structures are built to last a lifetime. Not only are Boxabls rated for hurricane-strength winds, but because there isn’t any wood or sheetrock that could be damaged by water, the prefab homes won’t grow mold or deteriorate due to moisture from floods.
In addition, the company said, “Nothing is fireproof. But Boxabl was engineered with fire resistance in mind. The interior and exterior of the structure is clad with non-combustible materials. We think this means flying embers that spread forest fires won’t ignite your Boxabl.”
There are several costs involved in getting a Boxabl set up, including the Casita itself, starting around $50,000. From there, you’ll need land, a foundation and utilities to plug into. You’ll also pay a delivery fee, but the company can hook you up with certified builders to unfold the Boxable for you in your desired location, which takes less than a day. However, the building will save you money in the long run, because it is extremely energy-efficient. Each tiny home relies on a small air conditioning system as needed and has high R value insulation, a tight building envelope and limited thermal bridging to keep the space fairly temperature controlled.
The small prefab home comes wired and plumbed, so it’s ready to accept solar power or any other energy source the buyer chooses. The prefabricated design, complete with nearly everything you need to open the door and move in (including a full-size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and washer/dryer) is also seen as an option for temporary shelters that can be preloaded with supplies and delivered quickly for emergency response. Currently, there are no customization options, and the company is only taking orders while it completes a manufacturing plant.
You can order small prefab home like that on the Boxable website here
Inside the Casita: The Compact Modular Home Redefining Modern Living
The term casita traditionally evokes a small, self-contained dwelling—often modest in scale, but rich in purpose. In the contemporary modular housing landscape, however, the Casita has taken on a distinctly high-tech meaning. Popularized by Boxabl and widely discussed after reports that Elon Musk resides in one, the Casita represents a new generation of ultra-efficient, factory-built living.
Boxabl’s Casita is the company’s flagship model: a fully prefabricated studio-sized home designed to deliver maximum functionality within a minimal footprint. More than a compact shelter, it is conceived as a complete, high-performance residence that arrives nearly finished and ready to live in.
One of the most compelling aspects of the Casita is how much functionality it delivers within a tightly controlled footprint. To better understand how space and systems are allocated, the table below outlines the core interior zones and their primary features, highlighting the efficiency-driven logic behind the layout.
| Area | Key Features | Design Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, dual sinks, cabinetry, integrated dining table | Full-service cooking and dining without sacrificing floor space |
| Living Area | Space for sofa and coffee table, adjacent to media center | Flexible social zone that can be reconfigured with bedroom layout |
| Bedroom | Separated by media unit, adaptable orientation | Privacy within an open-plan footprint |
| Bathroom | Shower and bath, sink, countertop, backlit mirror, sliding door | Space-efficient hygiene and comfort with residential-grade finishes |
| Utility Zone | Washer, dryer, ironing space, HVAC controls | Consolidated daily functions for streamlined living |
Together, these elements illustrate how the Casita prioritizes thoughtful zoning over sheer size—demonstrating that modular living is less about downsizing expectations and more about designing with intent.
A Fully Equipped Interior in a Compact Frame
Despite its small scale, the Casita is laid out with the logic of a much larger apartment. The kitchen is fully outfitted, featuring a refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, dual sinks, built-in cabinetry, and a dining table that seamlessly connects with the countertops. The result is a space that feels integrated rather than compressed.
Opposite the kitchen sits the bedroom, with the entry door acting as a subtle spatial divider. A built-in media center provides an additional layer of flexibility, allowing the bedroom to be visually or functionally separated from the living area, which accommodates a couch and coffee table. The configuration is adaptable, with the option to flip the living and sleeping zones as needed.
Smart Use of Space and Comfort
Adjacent to the kitchen, the bathroom continues the theme of efficiency without sacrifice. It includes a shower and bath, sink with countertop, a backlit mirror, and a sliding door that conserves space while maintaining privacy.
Elsewhere in the Casita, everyday necessities are thoughtfully integrated: an on-site washer and dryer, a designated ironing area, and centralized temperature control. With ceiling heights reaching approximately 9.2 feet (2.8 metres), the interior avoids the cramped feeling often associated with small dwellings, instead offering a sense of openness and light.
Built Differently, Built to Last
Unlike conventional homes constructed with timber framing, nails, and on-site assembly, Casitas are manufactured using a combination of steel, concrete, foam insulation, and laminated panel systems. This industrial approach results in a structure engineered for resilience.
According to Boxabl, the Casita is designed to withstand hurricane-force winds, resist mold, and tolerate flooding and heavy snow loads—performance benchmarks rarely associated with homes of this size. The materials and construction methods prioritize durability and long-term efficiency alongside speed of delivery.
Factory-Finished, Site-Ready
One of the Casita’s defining features is the extent of its factory completion. Electrical systems, plumbing, and HVAC are all installed before the unit leaves the manufacturing facility. When it arrives on site, the home is unfolded, secured to its foundation, and connected to utilities—dramatically reducing construction time and on-site labor.
In an era marked by housing shortages, rising construction costs, and a growing appetite for flexible living, the Casita offers a glimpse of what modular housing can achieve: compact, efficient homes that challenge traditional assumptions about how—and how quickly—we can build.
The Boxabl mission is to significantly lower the cost of homeownership for everyone. Obsessively designed to the highest standards of quality, strength, and sustainability to last for generations.
Boxabl prefab ADUs are built in a precision factory environment from cutting edge materials and are packed with the latest technology. This means your building will be stronger, last longer, and be more energy efficient.
When we began our initial research and development in 2017, we asked ourselves why housing wasn’t being mass produced at a factory like almost every other major product category in the world. We began developing a building system that had the potential to solve that very problem. Through our patented production process, we’ve been able to create a platform that allows for modular, prefabricated homes that are produced at scale in a factory and can fold up for transportation to the final installation location. Because of this, we believe the Casita has the potential to bring high quality, affordable homes to the mass market in ways that have never been done before.
While we believe the Casita, our 19ft x 19ft 361 sq ft studio style home, is going to kickstart the affordable housing revolution, we also have big ambitions on how we plan to build the world. At our core, our patented manufacturing process will allow our products to be scalable to allow people to construct their dream house in many different configurations. Our Casitas can be stacked and connected to create larger structures, and we are in the process of exploring the addition of larger base units to our product lineup to create even more possibilities for what people can build using BOXABL as their base.
The potential impact of our products will go way beyond just the individual consumer. We believe that there is limitless potential on the large-scale development side of things where entities such as housing developments, governments, workforce housing projects, and tribes will be able to utilize our products to deploy their potential projects effectively, efficiently, and at scale. We are just getting started!
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