Hutting and little house movement

Exploring the meaning of smallness and simplicity, as an antidote to the inflationary space production of our sprawling cityscapes. There are many historic examples of individuals choosing a simpler expression of their outer life as a source for inspiration to unfold their inner life. In the western tradition Thoreau’s Hut at Walden Pond came to epitomise the idea of the nature retreat and generations of successful people have found their own iteration of this ideal.

In Scotland the revival of the hutting movement is an example of the same yearning, providing us with a small, humble but personal shelter, from where to discover the secrets of nature and our own nature.

Simplicity is the key to success, the interplay of the elements and the engagement with basic tasks, like lighting a fire, bring a contemplative depth to the experience and gradual rediscovery of a gentler pacing of life.

 Our motto:

Once the outer world turns quiet,

the inner world can start to unfold.

 It is amazing to discover how little is necessary to fulfil a simple need and how much we can feel nurtured by natural qualities that truly speak to us. We have guided individuals and groups through a simple process to craft their personal workbook, which will be a valued guide in their search and creation of their dream hideaway.