Just like the rest of Europe, Ireland is also seeing a fast rising cost in housing. The average cost of a house is around €261,000 or $288,000. Dónal Byrne, the owner of The Big Red Barn Company in County Mayo is hoping to remedy some of the cost with his … Read more
Iceland doesn’t just export excellent music and beautiful people. The island is also an inspiration for a brand new ADU (accessory dwelling unit) made from recycled steel panels. Built by the architectural firm, Minarc, but constructed in Los Angeles, the Plús Hús is a contemporary and customizable structure for simple … Read more
Millennials are not the only people seeking out tiny or smaller homes. Older, especially frailer, or more vulnerable members of society are also feeling the tug of simpler living. Unfortunately, the idyllic tiny house with a ladder and loft tucked away in the woods is not the most beneficial to … Read more
Sierra Tiny Houses has been featured on the Tiny House Blog several times. Now the Northern California company is offering tiny house kits and Trailer Made trailers for anyone looking to build their own home in a much shorter time. The Roomy Retreat is one of the Sierra Tiny Houses … Read more
The self-contained, smart concept home is becoming more available to the masses, especially people who don’t mind moving around. The prefabricated Cabin Spacey is joining the location-independent group with the intention of building easily accessible cabins all around the world. These 370 square foot homes can be purchased and transported … Read more
This unique, smart home is setting up to not only be a stylish and minimalist place to live, but also a futuristic option for overcrowded cities. During the Kasita Roadshow, a trip through several western U.S. cities, I had a chance to tour the 374 square foot micro home in … Read more