Simple Container Homes

20 foot container home concept

I’m all for using containers to create tiny homes. They give you your basic structure but do require some unique building requirements. I found these two on Facebook and though they are concepts they could be fairly easily constructed and become your next home. Both of these require two containers … Read more

What Makes a Good Me Shed?

Shed photo by Sebastian Huxley

One of the most inspiring books I’ve ever read was “A Place of My Own” by renowned author Michael Pollan. The book documents Pollan’s desire for a little structure of his own where he could read, write, and daydream. He also wanted to build the place with his own two … Read more

Tiny House Dweller Becomes Reluctant Lobbyist

Vera's Silver Bullet Tiny House

Vera Struck has been a lifelong sustainability and environmental advocate. Overcoming three bouts of cancer, and two with Lyme, she retired 20 years ago from a successful career in high finance, art, and consulting to pursue her intention of finding her piece of the American Dream, albeit tiny. For Vera … Read more

Stephane’s Pender Island Cabin

small home in the mountains

Stephane contacted me and wanted to share this small house that he designed for his Mom and Aunt. It is located on a small island off the West Coast of Vancouver. The design is a modest 600 square feet. The bedrooms were designed to the minimum size possible while maximizing … Read more