What does home mean to you? You might think you already know the answers. Why does this matter when building your own traditional home or tiny house? When it comes to actually realizing this from the ground up, you may find out a few more things about yourself.As promised in the Homebuilding and Tiny Home …
The process of building a home from the ground up can be a stressful, yet fulfilling experience. Every homeowner or prospective homeowner should take the journey seriously. Before you begin any of the construction or reconstruction processes, it’s important to examine all of the factors surrounding the project and consult the right professionals for insight …
The steps on how to build a tiny house are essentially the same as those for building a not-so-tiny house. The same processes and principles apply. Pre-Construction. Construction. Post-Construction. The difference is scale. Interestingly enough, the building process is generally as complicated and, at least as much work for a tiny home as it is …
Due to their small size and low energy demands, tiny homes are threatening to increase the number of grid defections. These homes typically rely on rooftop solar panels for their energy needs. The low cost of solar panels and batteries for off-grid housing already makes these elements readily available commercially available. Since each house and …
A backyard could also be referred to as a garden. Backyards can be enclosed areas that include gardens. They can be entirely garden. Fenced or unfenced. With green space or no green space. Backyards generally reflect the resident’s balance between indoor and outdoor living. Backyard gardens or backyards can be enclosed areas for gardening, or …
The concept of agricultural zoning is a tool that local governments use to protect their farming and land use activities from the incompatible use of different land uses. It can be used to specify the uses that are allowed on a farm, as well as the number of nonfarm dwellings that are allowed on a …
Foundation or trailer? With traditional housing, a concrete foundation is a given. With tiny houses, not so much. The choice you make will have to do with how your land is zoned, but also your lifestyle. Here are key points for you to consider as you decide what’s best for you.You might prefer to have …
We all need to experience nature in new ways. In addition to going out into nature, why not bring nature to you? Let nature inspire you as you decorate the interior of your home. Lighting can be a rather simple and effective way to enhance your decor. It brings such warmth and ambience into any …
A variance is a deviation from the rules that a municipality has established when it comes to land use and development. It can be employed in different ways depending on the municipality. For instance, a variance can be granted by a Committee of adjustment or Board of adjustment. A variance is also referred to as …
Welcome is a greeting that aims to introduce a person to a certain area or situation, and it makes them feel at ease. Similarly, the term welcome can refer to the feeling of being welcomed on the part of a new person. In some contexts, a welcoming gesture is extended to a stranger in order …
What are Prefabricated or Prefab Homes? Prefabricated homes, also referred to as prefabricated houses, are specific types of prefabricated buildings (commercial or residential) that are generally manufactured off-site. These types of houses are typically constructed of standard sections and can be assembled quickly. Some of the current designs of these houses feature architectural details inspired …
Tiny home living is all the rage these days. Yet, scaled-down housing is not as appealing to some as it might otherwise be. Why? Because too many people confuse smaller with sub-standard. This is simply not the case. Less can truly be more. Nowhere is this more evident than in what can be done with …
Condominium conversions have been around for a long time. Understanding them is quite another thing altogether. This post was written to provide a high-level overview of this intricate property ownership process.A condominium conversion is a process that involves entitling a property to be converted into a condominium. This usually involves obtaining approval from local or …
What is architecture? How did it begin and how has it evolved? This article defines architecture and features highlights on the history of architecture. Architecture is a process that involves planning, designing, and building structures. It is commonly regarded as a type of art and cultural symbol. Historical civilizations are also known for their architectural …