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These people built their dream homes to retire in

These forever homes were labours of love
Bedfordale House, Perth, Australia
Bedfordale House: a tranquil retirement retreat
Bedfordale House: at one with nature
Bedfordale House: an ode to Japanese design
Bedfordale House: sustainable design solutions
Ingenious tiny house, Katikati, New Zealand
Ingenious tiny house: a flexible floor plan
Ingenious tiny house: beautiful modern kitchen
Ingenious tiny house: optimised for accessibility
Ingenious tiny house: valuable hobby space
Modern villa, Dauin, Philippines
Modern villa: a beautiful home on a tight budget
Modern villa: light-filled living spaces
Modern villa: built for self-sufficiency
Modern villa: a tranquil retreat
Modern timber house, Munich, Germany
Modern timber house: cutting-edge package home
Modern timber house: accessible living spaces
Modern timber house: sleek and minimalist
Modern timber house: energy-efficient design
DH House, Miaoli County, Taiwan
DH House: an ambitious mountain build
DH House: a beautiful home on a tight budget
DH House: climate-conscious design
DH House: nestled in the heart of nature
Bartlett Laneway House, Toronto, Canada
Bartlett Laneway House: swift construction
Bartlett Laneway House: energy-conscious home
Bartlett Laneway House: a cost-efficient retirement plan
Bartlett Laneway House: kickstarting a movement
Characterful oak home, Powys, UK
Characterful oak home: a chance meeting
Characterful oak home: rustic exposed timber
Characterful oak home: tackling a challenging site
Characterful oak home: old meets new
Country home, Guangzhou, China
Country home: a rundown home transformed
Country home: spacious communal areas
Country home: dramatic glass extension
Country home: surrounded by nature
Woodland retreat, London, UK
Woodland retreat: overcoming access issues
Woodland retreat: high-tech and eco-friendly
Woodland retreat: industrial-style design touches
Woodland retreat: future-proof layout
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These forever homes were labours of love

For many, the idea of building an amazing home where you can enjoy your golden years is nothing more than a pipe dream. However, these ambitious homeowners defied the odds and transformed their plans into reality.

From amazing luxury homes packed with amenities to tiny houses that maximise every inch of space, click or scroll on to discover the stories behind these remarkable homes built for retirement...

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Rebecca Foster

14 April 2025

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