Tortoise Shell Delivery – Part 2

This is Part 2 of 2. If you missed Part 1 go here to read it. We arrived deep in the heart of the redwoods and Bill immediately displayed his skill as an excellent driver by backing the tiny house down a steep grade, dodging trees and other obstacles, right … Read more

Tortoise Shell Delivery – Part 1

Yesterday, October 29, 2008 I had the privilege of joining Bill Kastrinos of Tortoise Shell Homes in the delivery of a home in the coastal mountains south of San Francisco. I met Bill at the Tortoise Shell Nursery located in Rohnert Park, California. I took a few pictures of the … Read more

Home Petite Home

The best way to slash your energy bills is to choose a compact, well-built home such as this sweet, neat and petite home in Franklin, Maine. Mother Earth News in the current issue (Oct-Nov) of their magazine did an article on Ben and Sarina Speed, who live in an 18 … Read more

Dee Williams on NBC Tonight

NBC tonight featurs Dee Williams in a short segment on October 3. You can watch it here. Sorry video no longer available so I have put another video of Dee in this post. It gives you a good introduction to Dee and her home. Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World … Read more

Small Never Lived so Large:

Boor Bridges’ Big Design for a Tiny San Francisco Cottage This 840 square foot luxury cottage is tucked away mid-block on Ames Alley, steps from the vibrant Mission district, yet protected from the heavily trafficked streets of Guerrero and Valencia. Since the 40’s the existing structure was home to Betty Mae’s School … Read more