And what is a tiny house? Generally it’s considered any small livable structure under 500 sq ft. That would imply that travel trailers, park model homes, 8’ wide houses built on utility trailers, converted garden and storage sheds, auxiliary dwelling units, tree houses, small mobile homes (HUD) and even yurts, straw bale and 3D Printed homes would all qualify.
84 Lumber has started marketing and selling modified storage sheds as livable and they even showed a Tiny House kit at last year’s IBS in Orlando. TV shows that feature tiny house living have begun and thrived because of their popularity. Tiny House expos are popping up all over the US showcasing these homes, some of these homes costing over $100,000.
Clayton Homes, Iron Town Homes and other manufactured and modular factories are entering this market but as yet none are building yurts.
Tiny House communities are starting to be developed in many areas.
Two things have come to light recently about the Tiny House movement I found interesting. First, some of the earliest tiny house inhabitants are having a hard time living within the small space and are opting out. Secondly, when people talk about tiny houses, they tend to defend one type over others and the whole thing is becoming political but without the riots and name calling.
Tiny houses represent a fringe movement that can teach us about the value of lifestyle and its relationship to home but it is unlikely to have much impact the housing industry at large.
Here are some of the most common types of Tiny and Small Houses:
Less than 200 sq ft on wheels:
More than 200 sq ft on wheels:
Sheds and kits:
Park Models:
Auxiliary Dwelling Units (ADU):
Tree Houses:
Yurts, Straw Bale and 3D printed:
Converted Shipping Containers:
So, If your trying to down size or looking for a good home to put in your Bug- Out- location, don't forget about Tiny Houses. It might fit your needs better than a conventional house.
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