Tiny Homes: Fad or Future?

Many ask, “What exactly is the meaning of a tiny home?” and “Where are cities supposed to put them?” These small spaces are the topic of conversation across the nation, but the real question is: are they a fad or the gateway to our future? Tiny homes are often defined as a small space under 500 square feet with a portable aspect. The tiny house movement—also known as the “small house movement”—is a description for the architectural and social moment that advocates simple living. As real estate has skyrocketed, and many millennials have become dead set on becoming homeowners, tiny …

Tiny Houses

Tiny houses or— as Jeremy Weaver suggests they may be called—small houses, micro houses, nano houses have captured the attention of many as people dream of downsizing, shedding the clutter in their lives, or a foot-loose lifestyle that might be found with a portable home. Prices for tiny homes range from about $25,000 to over $100,000, depending on size and materials. Creative use of space is the name of the tiny house game, and owners of the companies that build these little gems pride themselves on their originality and their ability to custom build just about anything a customer desires. …