Choosing to live in a tiny home comes with the understanding that you are choosing to live with less. Often that means less space to spread out, smaller and fewer appliances, less storage space, and if living with others, less personal space. The realities of tiny living. The transition into … Read more
Welcome to Today’s Tiny House Parking Spot! In episode 6, we parked our tiny home in my sister Nicole’s backyard in northern Utah. For us, it is the an ideal way to visit family, striking a perfect balance between privacy and togetherness. We first parked here two years ago. The … Read more
There is power in data. When it comes to legitimizing tiny houses as a quality housing option, education is key. Essential facts can help paint a picture of the movement as fiscally responsible and environmentally sustainable, giving outsiders a clearer of understanding of the benefits tiny homes can provide our … Read more
Welcome to Today’s Tiny House Parking Spot! In this vlog series, we explore a wide variety of parking options across the US, from tiny home communities, boondocking sites to travel pit stops and more. Have you ever traveled through windy Wyoming? In episode 5, Christian and I road trip across … Read more
A tiny house on wheels is a comfy ticket to adventure. Right? With the proper planning, it definitely can be. A common misconception is that all tiny house dwellers are nomads. For most, the wheels mean flexibility. You can move when need or desire arises. Some travel because of their … Read more
We washed, we dried, we got a workout! As you’ll see, we had way too much fun reviewing the Avalon Bay Portable Washing Machine and Portable Spin Dryer. Both are fairly easy to use and require no power. These could make for great off-grid clothes washer/dryer option for you, especially … Read more
The tiny house movement in Colorado is booming. Despite limited legal parking opportunities for tiny homes on wheels. But that is changing in a big way, thanks to community developers and local advocates. Their efforts have been aided by all the positive press about the last few years’ exuberant festivals, … Read more
Tiny House Atlanta has grown from a Meetup to advocacy powerhouse. It is now a program under the MicroLife Institute, a Georgia non-profit, dedicated to building walkable, sustainable “micro-hood” communities while educating individuals, groups, and cities about the positive impacts of micro living. Together they are setting out to inspire … Read more
Summer is still here. Time for leisure reading time at the pool or in the hammock. Maybe with all this good weather you’re building your dream tiny home and wondering what comes next. Whether you are looking for downsizing tips, lifestyle inspiration, tiny home swoon or building tips, I have … Read more
Ever wondered how to prepare a tiny house for the open road? Highways and even side roads can be crazy bumpy. Anything not tied down or secured can and will fall, or even break. There is much to learn from RVers on simple products that can be used to keep … Read more
Despite the exploding popularity of tiny houses, there are still relatively few options to experience tiny living first-hand. Even scarcer, legal parking options. But how do you go about changing all of that? Meet Abby Hobson, a young, enthusiastic entrepreneur with a big vision. [pullquote align=”normal” cite=”Abby Hobson, CEO of … Read more
This Father’s Day weekend, join the nationwide celebration of the tiny house movement. The United Tiny House Association (UTHA) and TinyFest are joining forces to create a dynamic festival experience for all tiny enthusiasts across the nation and around the world to celebrate of our shared love for tiny living. … Read more