A HUGE PLUS POINT OF Flexibility
At Lazarus Island, another businessman is seeing ownership rates of between 80 and 90 per share for its five little houses, each measuring between 150 square feet and 170 square metres.
The business began working on the project in the middle of the crisis, which ended in May of last year.
” During the pandemic, global borders were closed. Since we were never allowed to travel abroad, we wanted Singaporeans to practice our little houses as another opportunity for staycations”, said Mr Jeff Yeo, inc- founder of Big Tiny.
The business launched its little houses business in Australia in 2017. It has since brought the idea to eight different areas, including Malaysia, Taiwan, New Zealand and Italy.
According to Mr. Yeo, flexibility is one of the biggest benefits of these rooms. Unlike normal hotels, the cabins– which come with wheels – can quickly move to fresh locations.
These compact properties are a more affordable option for short-term housing because they can be completed by three builders in roughly three hours.
” This allows us the freedom of moving to another location, so it gives our friends new experience. They can be ( cast up ) in the middle of a berry garden, a garden, or a farm”, said Mr Yeo.
This may encourage city dwellers to get away from the hustle and bustle and interact with nature while also preserving the creature comforts we have come to expect.
Industry experts concur that the option to relocate to another exclusive locations every few months can be a big plus for both new and existing customers.
” If you build a conventional resort, it’s a large capital investment. You ca n’t move it from one place to another overnight”, said Mr Joshua Loh, Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s course chair of Tourism and Resort Management.
” But it’s a different story for these hotel ideas. They can be at the city border, opened- heat car parks, or onshore islands. They offer a great alternative to the variety of hotels in places.
GOING BIG ON SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
These small hotels are even large on conservation, and attractiveness to the market of eco- mindful tourists.
Big Tiny uses recycled supplies while Tiny Pod uses shipping containers to create its components. By 2030, the latter is also looking into ways to go online low.
” The figure lotion, shampoo, and also dishwashing wet provided are completely healthy and free from toxins. Additionally, we installed solar panel on top of our little homes, according to Mr. Yeo.
Both companies have a sizable native clientele because Singaporeans are a fan of stayscations with unique ideas. They did point out that visitors are slowly becoming aware of these accommodations, and there has been a steady rise in bookings from foreigners.
The Singapore Tourism Board said it welcomes these impressive hospitality concepts, adding that such hostel experiences will enhance Singapore’s vitality and elegance.