In Peru’s northern region, there is a house so narrow that it can’t even accommodate a turning horse, measuring only 63 centimeters in width. Despite its compact size, this house is fully functional and suitable for daily living. The designer of this narrow house is currently applying for certification from the Guinness World Records, aiming to secure the title of the world’s narrowest house.
The slender house, with red walls and a blue roof, is located in Aucallama, Peru, and was designed by a man named Fabio Moreno. Moreno shared that the two-story house has a measured width of 24.8 inches (63 centimeters) at the front, but the width increases as one moves towards the back.
Constructed with wood, the interior of the house is modestly decorated yet equipped with essential facilities including a living room, dining room, sink, bathroom, and bedroom. The house is furnished with a television, kitchen utensils, books, and decorations. Even the stairs, chairs, and beds are all designed to fit the narrow space.
This unique house has become a local tourist attraction, drawing visitors to come and explore. However, due to its limited space, it can feel cramped if more than two people are inside at once.
Moreno has submitted an application to the Guinness World Records organization, hoping to set a new record for the narrowest house in the world. His goal is to bring this record back to Peru, a country he regards as welcoming as his own homeland, despite being born in Colombia.
“We are actually moving towards developing as a tourist attraction. Our goal is also to turn this place into a tourist spot. This is Aucallama in Peru, a very beautiful place,” Moreno stated.
Currently, the narrowest house in the world according to Guinness World Records is the Keret House in the Jewish district of Warsaw, Poland. Designed by Polish architect Jakub Szczesny, the Keret House’s narrowest point measures only 92 centimeters, with a maximum width of 152 centimeters, occupying a total floor area of 14 square meters.
Although the house comprises only two floors, it features a bedroom, separate kitchen, and bathroom, connected by a ladder instead of a typical staircase. The dining table has only two seats, the refrigerator can hold two drinks, and there are no windows that can be opened.
The Keret House is a steel structure named after the Jewish writer and filmmaker Etgar Keret, who was its first occupant. Positioned between two existing buildings, it does not comply with Warsaw’s building regulations and is recognized by local authorities as an art installation.