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Title: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 20, 2015, 07:34:46 AM
I think I might eventually do a tiny house, or an efficient living space.  I like my stuff, but all my stuff isn't that important.  I don't need any of my stuff.  I only keep them for sentimental value.  I have clothes that I don't wear.  Books that I probably won't read again.  Souvenirs.  Sports equipment.  Etc.  I still keep all my old basketballs for no reason.  If I can store all my media into one system, then that might be the day I do a tiny house.  Maybe I'll buy a storage unit for all my stuff if I ever feel like walking down memory lane. 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 20, 2015, 08:40:00 AM
This one looks nice.  It still seems big enough to host guests.  It would be even better if it was self-sufficient. 

(http://www.johnbriggs.com/s/cc_images/cache_4209521260.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: TheDeviousOne on May 20, 2015, 08:43:42 AM
That is actually areally nice TH.  It wouldn't take too much to add solar power system and windmill to power that house.  Some tube natural lighting..good to go. 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 20, 2015, 09:59:26 AM
This tiny house is actually 2 beds and 2 baths.  I could covert one bedroom into an office, guest room, etc.  I think this one might be nice because I might regret going too small with other designs. 

Very cute! It would be efficiency. If you are just one person living, I can see it work out. With this type of space, you have to have really good space management. No clutters.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 21, 2015, 09:09:30 AM
Another design I like. 

(http://www.flooringhunt.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/small-house-resized.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 21, 2015, 10:42:05 AM
A lot of Hmong people really want that nice big house, but I prefer a smaller efficient one.  I say "tiny house,"  but I really mean efficient.  Some tiny houses are shacks.  I still want to feel comfortable and have all the amenities.  I don't want a loft for a bed  because I don't want my nose against the ceiling.  Also, I want high ceilings because I don't want to feel cramped.  Those are just some of my aesthetic requirements. 

Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Snowdrop on May 22, 2015, 12:29:45 AM
Another design I like. 

(http://www.flooringhunt.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/small-house-resized.jpg)
I like this one.  I like the windows but sometimes too much window makes me feel unsafe.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 22, 2015, 06:49:12 AM
There are some high impact glasses these days.  However, I would worried about privacy.  The glass design is nice for a small house because it creates a more open feel. 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 22, 2015, 07:07:49 AM
Another design I like. 

(http://homeinspectionsllc.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Designing-a-Beautiful-and-Low-Cost-House-1.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: duckwingduck on May 22, 2015, 04:28:46 PM
I love a lot of light.  When I'm rich, I will build one for myself. :)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 22, 2015, 04:57:18 PM
I am not saying a tiny house (or small custom house) is cheap because it is still thousands of dollars, but it is cheap in comparison to other houses.  Even if you decided to get really nice options, the house will probably still be under $100k.  Chances are that it won't get that high.  Most people can salvage or they don't need every option.  A tiny house can be built for $15k.  The first house I posted goes for about $30k for the 2 bedroom option (cheaper if you get less options). You'll have to provide your own land though.  Even so, less than $100k. 

I love a lot of light.  When I'm rich, I will build one for myself. :)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 22, 2015, 09:40:24 PM
These are just model houses.  You can customize, buy, and put them anywhere you want.  Obviously, the one at the beach is at the beach.   :)  I am looking at them for inspiration for my own design. 

Bulbasaur, where are these tiny houses located?
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 29, 2015, 09:08:47 PM
Another one, but I think I would go without the funky furniture.

(http://amoreprimo.info/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/prefab-homes.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on May 29, 2015, 09:55:28 PM
This isn't quite a small house, but I could do with just the first floor. 

(http://www.ecofriend.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/connect_homes_affordable_ship_anywhere_prefabs_imuat.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on June 22, 2015, 08:07:08 AM
This isn't quite a tiny house, but it is a prefab. 
(http://assets.inhabitat.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2010/08/Pryor-Modular-Residence-12-537x335.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Katastrophe on August 18, 2015, 11:51:40 PM
I would not mind living in a tiny house.  Some tiny houses have character and charm and are very quaint. 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: duckwingduck on August 25, 2015, 12:54:33 PM
I would trade my house for one of the tiny house (legal one).

My house is 1,000 sqf with a 2 car attached garage.  I think it is perfectly fine for me but I would prefer a more modern house that lets in a lot of light.  Ranch house look like a trailer.  Don't like it.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Katastrophe on August 26, 2015, 11:25:03 PM
http://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/g2370/tiny-houses/? (http://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/g2370/tiny-houses/?)

I especially love the floating house.  I think I need to move to Seattle or look into buying some land with a lake. 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Snowdrop on August 31, 2015, 04:00:40 PM
I've watched a few tiny house episodes on HGTV.  Some people don't care for a big house and just want down size so they can move their tiny house anywhere they go.

I think a house is an investment.  I do see that tiny houses ranges from 25k to 58k.  So not sure if it's worth it to trade in a normal size home for a tiny one.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on September 01, 2015, 07:41:18 AM
Unless you got a family or you like "stuff,"  a big house isn't needed.  Like the old saying goes, "You can't take it with you," but you might be able to take a tiny house with you. 
(http://tcpermaculture.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/TinyHomes13.jpg)
 
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on September 01, 2015, 07:42:07 AM
Or take some advice from Willy Wonka,
(http://41.media.tumblr.com/a0b2da783c5b1106f15e344156dec32e/tumblr_nan47h7tsd1s46p3vo3_500.jpg)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: bulbasaur on September 10, 2015, 06:04:14 PM
A fun article about tiny houses.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/09/10/7-tiny-mobile-homes/ (http://www.engadget.com/2015/09/10/7-tiny-mobile-homes/)
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: nightrider on September 11, 2016, 12:49:24 PM
I think I might eventually do a tiny house, or an efficient living space.  I like my stuff, but all my stuff isn't that important.  I don't need any of my stuff.  I only keep them for sentimental value.  I have clothes that I don't wear.  Books that I probably won't read again.  Souvenirs.  Sports equipment.  Etc.  I still keep all my old basketballs for no reason.  If I can store all my media into one system, then that might be the day I do a tiny house.  Maybe I'll buy a storage unit for all my stuff if I ever feel like walking down memory lane.

Tiny house? Tiny house still requires a lot, lot means rental fees & taxation. If there's a place you can camp out freely, I just get a yurt/teepee.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Sifu on September 12, 2016, 02:44:42 PM
If I had more land I'd try a boxcar home and just modify a bunch of them to form a larger home.
Title: Re: The Tiny House
Post by: Hung_Low on January 05, 2017, 09:33:18 PM
Unless you got a family or you like "stuff,"  a big house isn't needed.  Like the old saying goes, "You can't take it with you," but you might be able to take a tiny house with you. 
(http://tcpermaculture.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/TinyHomes13.jpg)

If you're going to get one of these, why not just get a camper?