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Hale for the Ohana

Like other historical homes around the world, the homes of Hawai’i were traditionally very small. The hale (pronounced HAH-lay) were the structures built by 19th century Hawai’i islanders and were made of local wood and topped with bundles of pili grass to protect it from the rains. A traditional hale … Read more

Handmade Endgame Campers Blends Functionality and Art

by Christina Nellemann

No matter what size tiny house you have, what you lack in space, you may find in safety and security. Dave Mason of Endgame Campers might just say it best: “My camper gives me some sense of personal economic security. I always know that I own it and I can … Read more

Solidbud’s Tiny Houses in Ukraine

by Christina Nellemann

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 … Read more

Modular Amish Made Cabins Start at Under $52,000

by Christina Nellemann

With winter on its way, there’s nothing cozier than a little cabin in the woods covered in snow. These said cozy cabins are even better when they can be delivered fully constructed to your site. Amish Made Cabins are modular log cabins that start at under $52,000. Amish Made Cabins … Read more

Sauna/Bathroom in VIVA Collectiv Tiny House

by Christina Nellemann

Whether we like it or not, winter is here. However, one of the best ways to survive the darker, colder days is to warm them up with a sauna. VIVA Collectiv’s The Spa tiny home has a bathroom with sauna heated by a stove. Most tiny homes barely have room … Read more

Smiling Woods Yurt Kits for Round, Permanent Living

by Christina Nellemann

When most people think of yurts what comes to mind are the fabric or canvas options that might feel a little less secure than your average camping tent. While the traditional yurt is made to be broken down, a wooden yurt offers the same spiritual round shape but on a … Read more

SIP-Built, Single Story Tiny Homes in Ireland

by Christina Nellemann

Just like the U.S., our friends across the pond are quickly seeing the benefit of the tiny house. Whether to escape the high city prices or open up a tiny Airbnb, the smart, single story structures by Big Man Tiny Homes make downsizing easier. Big Man Tiny Homes is based … Read more

The Simple and Useful Beauty of the Raised Platform

by Christina Nellemann

Several years ago I wrote a Tiny House Blog post about American River guides who live for the river season out of their tents or various vehicles. Most of the tents are located on the ground, but to literally elevate your status as a river guide, you can pitch your … Read more

Handcrafted Austrian Wohnwagon Cleans Water with Marsh Plants

by Christina Nellemann

Experimental from top to bottom, the Austrian Wohnwagon is one of the first tiny houses on wheels to come from the European country. The Wohnwagon (“living wagon” in German) is built from locally sourced Austrian woods and has sheep wool insulation, solar panels, a living roof and even a water … Read more

Planing Rough Cut Lumber For Your Tiny House

by Andrew M. Odom

Using a variety of saws and woodworking equipment can indeed be intimidating. From planers to scrolls to chops to shapers, the arsenal is lengthy. But nothing looks as good (or smells as good!) or presents as well as nice, home-milled, rough cut lumber. In building the Tiny r(E)volution tiny house … Read more

Tiny Craftsman House for Sale in Nevada

by Christina Nellemann

It might be something in the water, but my hometown of Reno, Nevada is becoming a hotbed for tiny houses. The latest tiny home is this beauty for sale on Craigslist. The home was built by Mitchell Mast and Nicholette Codding of the blog, Our First Tiny Home. They downsized from a 1,000 square foot home to this 230 square foot home, but have recently put it up for sale for $65,000.

The Tiny House: Planing Your Reclaimed Lumber

by Andrew M. Odom

There is something to be said for revisiting experiences. No matter how much progression the tiny house movement makes there are still some fundamental lessons to be learned. One of those lessons is how to properly salvage wood. There is some misconception in just pilfering wood from an old barn and … Read more