A woman turned a military warehouse from World War II into a "dream home" (7 photos)
Jacqueline Urick from Virginia chose an unconventional home. She bought an old warehouse from World War II and transformed it into a cozy home that is perfect for a minimalist lifestyle. 
The woman lives in the city of Sturtevant, Virginia, in an unusual house of only 50 square meters. Her dog Spice lives with her. The house, originally built as a warehouse from World War II, was converted into housing. Such buildings, known as Quonset huts, have become a rarity: only a few of them have survived and been adapted for living.
When Urik first saw the two-bedroom, one-bathroom home, its condition left much to be desired. The house had been on the market for a long time, was abandoned, and needed major repairs. But the price of $35,000 made her think. 
"My father was categorically against me buying it. But I kept coming back to this house. For me, a person who travels often, a small house seemed like a logical choice. I don't need a lot of space," Urik admits. 
In March 2023, Jacqueline decided to buy and moved into the house. The benefits of living in a compact home, she says, are obvious: minimal cleaning, maintenance, and utility costs. However, there were challenges. The curved walls meant that all of her belongings couldn't be accommodated, and entertaining guests became nearly impossible. 
The initial purchase cost Urik only $35,000, but the renovation of the house exceeded this amount almost three times. She invested about $110,000, including:
Foundation work – $35,000
Exterior – $25,000
Plumbing – $13,000
Electricity – $13,000
Kitchen cabinets and countertops – $20,000
The entire restoration process took a year and a half. The house is now valued at $150,000-$180,000, making Jacqueline’s investment worth it. 
"Now I see that it was the right decision. The house has become my cozy refuge, and the small size teaches me to live more consciously," Jacqueline concluded. 
