Tiny House, Huge Personality

Nick's tiny house

Picture a 300-square-foot home that’s not just a dwelling, but a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. Nick’s tiny home is a testament to what happens when passion meets precision. Built over 14 months, this compact marvel is more than just a living space – it’s a work of art that … Read more

Saving the Bridge Houses of Chicago

Chicago bridge house

My husband and I recently returned from a trip to the great city of Chicago. On the trip we enjoyed the variety of architecture the city has to offer during a river tour. While the skyscrapers capture most of the attention, mine was captured by the small bridgetender buildings that … Read more

That Yurt

That yurt

Paring life back to the music In the convergence of tiny houses around the world, the humble round house covered with canvas is still holding strong. The Mongolian yurt seems to be a more quiet, simple way to live a tiny life and that is reflected elegantly in the home … Read more

Tiny House, Big Journey: NYC to Florida

Florida tiny house

Ever wondered what it’s like to ditch the traditional housing model and embrace a simpler, more intentional way of living? Meet Naota, a New York transplant who did just that by creating his dream 240-square-foot tiny home in sunny Coco, Florida. Designed by the brilliant minds at Movable Roots, Naota’s … Read more

The Road Less Traveled

Full time RVing

Welcome back back to another issue of tiny house magazine! As the leaves start to change and the air gets a bit crisper, we’ve got some great articles to help you embrace the changing of the seasons. First up, our regular contributor Greg Parham wraps up his four-part series on the … Read more

Travel For the Holidays with Only a Handbag

Woman with a handbag

The dreaded travel season is nearly upon us. Traveling for the holidays used to be a time of joy and a time to see family and friends. However, with weather disruptions, airline cancellations, and luggage snafus, holiday travel has become pretty stressful. Holiday travel season is here. Buckle up! I’ve … Read more

Pacific Retreat

Pacific Retreat

All day. All the way! Equal parts style and solid construction, the Pacific Retreat built by Sunshine Tiny Homes is a brilliant tiny house on wheels that features a spacious downstairs as well as a sleeping loft and a living room loft. Suitable for two to four adults, you can … Read more

This Cozy Viking Yurt Home Will Steal Your Heart

Jenna and the outside of the yurt

Ready to fall head over heels for something extraordinary? Today, I’m inviting you to explore a magical Viking-inspired yurt that’s tucked away just outside Seattle – and trust me, you’re going to love every second of this tour!  Meet Sarah and Douglas, the creative souls who transformed a simple yurt … Read more

Zoning Laws and Tiny Houses

Escape Vista tiny house

Sarah Thompson spent six months building her perfect tiny house, only to discover she couldn’t legally place it anywhere in her hometown. Meanwhile, across the state, Michael Chen’s similar tiny home sits legally in his backyard as an approved accessory dwelling unit. The difference? Local zoning laws. These often-overlooked regulations … Read more