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Solidbud’s Tiny Houses in Ukraine

Unless you are in the middle of a war, there is no way you can understand what the people of Ukraine are now facing. People all over the world are getting an up-front view of invasion and the strong people of this independent nation. Solidbud is located in the Rivne region of Ukraine. I wanted to profile just one of the many companies in Ukraine that has embraced the tiny house lifestyle just like other countries around the world. Solidbud is a traditional frame house …

Palo Alto Backyard Cabin by Forever Redwood

by Christina Nellemann

In the past, Forever Redwood primarily built gazebos and garden pavilions. After having a conversation with a gazebo customer about a cabin he wanted to go along with his gazebo purchase, the seed was sparked for the Palo Alto Backyard Cabin. The Palo Alto is made by Forever Redwood, a gazebo company. The Palo Alto Backyard Cabin is a fully insulated cabin with double paned windows. In addition, each of these cabins is a built to order. They contain full windows, skylights, wooden flooring, partitions …

Inspiring and Eco Tiny Rentals (and a Sauna) on the Isle of Wight

by Christina Nellemann

If you have ever wanted to escape to either a tiny house or a tiny island, Tiny Homes Holidays offers the best of both worlds. Located on the Isle of Wight (England’s largest island), this tiny house getaway not only offer four wee homes for rent, but a little spa and crafting workshops. Tiny Homes Holidays offers four unique tiny homes for overnight stays. Tiny Homes Holidays offers some hardcore cottagecore. Each tiny house is designed by an architect and reflects the island vibe of …

Tiny Beautiful Balconies and How to Create Your Own

by Christina Nellemann

Even though winter is on its way for the Northern Hemisphere, let’s still give some applause to tiny, beautiful balconies. Not everyone is lucky to live in a tiny house or even a traditional larger house. In fact about 1 in 8 people live in apartments with no outside space to call their own—unless they have a balcony. The basic apartment balcony doesn’t have to be boring. Balconies (or even small decks) are a great place to practice living with a tiny space. The average …

Norida Pods: Scandinavia Meets Florida

by Christina Nellemann

Even though Norida glamping pods and tiny houses are built in Florida, they look more like what you would find in Sweden or Norway. Founded by two Swedish-American families, the Norida Pods company offers smart, innovative and affordable tiny house solutions. The combination of Swedish design and U.S. construction blends together to make high quality glamping or living options. Norida Pods build and ship glamping pods and design tiny homes and saunas. All the models are built to withstand harsh nordic climates and can be …

When Decluttering and Organizing, Think Modularly

by Christina Nellemann

Ever since I saw a video tour of the International Space Station years ago, I became a complete fan of the module. If you don’t already know, the ISS consists of multiple modules, or pods, that connect together. Each module performs a specific task or is used for a specific type of activity. There are modules for sleeping, modules for scientific study, and even bathroom modules. Together, the individual modules work together for the entire system. The International Space Station uses modules for efficiency and …

5 Reasons to Consider Carpet Tiles for Your Tiny House

by Christina Nellemann

Over the past decade carpet tiles have gone beyond airports and elementary schools. What once was a utilitarian way to cover a floor is now a sophisticated (and fun) way to add softness and color to any house—including a tiny house. Carpet tiles are squares of carpet that can be locked together. Carpet tiles are squares of carpet, usually with a sticky backing, that are slotted together to cover a floor. They come in several sizes such as 19×19 or 24×24 square. Rather than in …

Yay for Maine! Tiny Homes Count as Dwellings in the Pine Tree State

by Christina Nellemann

Another state has opened up its arms to the tiny house community. This time the news come from the Atlantic Coast rather than the West. Maine is the latest state to allow tiny homes and tiny homes on wheels as residences. This month, Maine Governor Janet Mills signed a new law that makes tiny homes the same rank as traditional single family residences. The same zoning and code regulations do apply to the tiny homes as well. Homes under 400 square feet and THOW are …

Tiny Getaways Now Available (Away From) 17 Cities

by Christina Nellemann

Getting out of the city seems to be a lot more important these days. Getting away from any kind of internet connectivity and commune with nature is even more important. Getaway offers tiny cabins for rent just a few hours from major cities. It’s a good thing there is a company like Getaway. Getaway offers simple escapes to tiny houses located in beautiful, quiet, unconnected locations. The tiny cabins range from 140-200 square feet and have a distinctive contemporary style. The cabins are located in …

Tiny Homes Come to Glacier National Park

by Christina Nellemann

One of the most beautiful national parks has just gotten a tinier bit better. Glacier National Park in northern Montana has always had some great places to stay, but now the park even has a few tiny homes that are sure to be a hit with park visitors. 10 colorful tiny homes are located next to Glacier National Park. Tiny Home Village at St. Mary Village on the east side of the park is a brand new option for visiting the area. The village features …

Custom builds and shells from Hudson River Tiny Homes

by Christina Nellemann

Over the last few months, escaping the city seems to be more important than ever. Out of the biggest cities in the U.S., New York City is seeing thousands of people leave every day. However, not all of them are leaving the state, but rather going upstate. Upstate New York is a world away from NYC. If you can handle the cold winters, there are actually affordable parcels of land in upstate New York. Many of these pieces of land also accept the placement of …

Bothan, Sheds, and Yurts of Eigg

by Christina Nellemann

Located off the coast of mainland Scotland, the Isle of Eigg is tiny, yet mighty. Not only does it survive the rough northern seas, but it also serves as an example of what can be done when a community stands and works together. Eigg is a tiny island in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland. Before 1997, this little island in the Hebrides was managed by a wealthy landowner under Scotland’s feudal landowner system. The tenants lived under his law, some in poverty with no electricity. The …