A friend was explaining to me that the dresser drawers in furniture seem to be getting smaller these days. The clothing rarely fits into them anymore like they use to. My very first thoughts were: from everything I know, most standard furniture is still the same. Perhaps since our furniture … Read more
Keep it simple! It’s good life advice and for preparing meals in a tiny home kitchen too. Cooking should be an enjoyable experience regardless of the size of your kitchen. Whipping up culinary creations is more than just a necessity for many people passionate about cooking. Don’t let the limited … Read more
So, you’ve got your tiny house all set up. You’ve installed your solar panels and tankless water heater, set up your bedroom loft, and sneakily stored your firewood for the cold winter months ahead. Now that you’ve got a great space, it’s time to live in it. The only question … Read more
Ah, the American Dream. A beautiful home in a tree-lined suburb. A white picket fence. A couple of cats in the yard. A front porch swing and a happy family to fill it. But is the American Dream still a reality? Or has our rapidly changing world changed the Dream … Read more
Because of their size and the amount of energy it takes to power one, tiny homes are, for the most part, more sustainable than traditional houses. The average tiny home only consumes about 914-kilowatt hours annually, compared with a traditional home that consumes nearly 13,000. Sustainability and green living are … Read more
It’s one that is stripped of the unnecessary, to make room for that which gives you joy. It’s a removal of clutter in all its forms, leaving you with peace and freedom and lightness. A minimalist eschews the mindset of more, of acquiring and consuming and shopping, of bigger is … Read more
Buying a house is never as simple as a 30-minute HGTV show makes it seem. If you’re thinking about purchasing a tiny home during COVID-19, you need to prepare yourself for the typical home-buying challenges and more. Before you can fully embrace tiny living, you must first educate yourself about … Read more
Tiny home safety and security concerns are top frequently asked questions. It involves many aspects like safe towing and the ideal parking spot. Of course, you’ve probably considered typical house safety measures like installing a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector. Have you considered specific tiny house security measures? In … Read more
Two modern housing trends have emerged in recent years that are making us rethink the way we live. Tiny homes are allowing us to live our best lives through downsizing. Smart homes, on the other hand, enable us to harness the power of technology to make home life easier and … Read more
When you are seriously thinking of downsizing to a tiny house it is very important that you test it out for a week or two at a minimum before making a large commitment. The following are five suggestions for giving tiny house living a test drive. 1. Tape out your … Read more
When the COVID-19 pandemic took hold of the world in early 2020, nations across the globe went into lockdown. Billions worldwide took to their homes to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their communities. But what of those who had no home to go to? What of the more than … Read more
How get a mattress into a tiny house loft? How comfy are space-saving options? Comfort and practicality should be the main priority in your tiny home, especially when it comes to a bed. In addition to size, there are other key factors to consider when choosing a mattress for your tiny … Read more