Granted, this isn't for most- heck, living in a space so small isn't for just about everyone, but it can be done, and despite some of the comments you might see with dwellings like these, it IS a home- and someones full time dwelling.
Call it a camper, a tear drop, a micro rv, or a tiny house- its not really important- but this IS a full time dwelling for Texan Richard Ward. It might not be YOUR style (or that of most), but Richard finds a way to make it work, and is LOVING it.
And this video tells a good chunk of the "How" and "Why".
We caught up with the ever migrating Richard at this past years Tiny House Jamboree in Arlington, TX (which was amazing! I hope to go back!)
Richard's prior home (through his company http://www.terrformTH.com ) was colossal by comparison, as around 240 square feet!
Its far simpler, and far more durable than you'd think!
While filming an tour with Gypsy Wagon Builder Terry Stringham at the 2017 Tiny House Festival near St. Augustine Florida, the subject of Paper Bag Flooring (and how to do it) came up.
Terry, who had used that very approach for the flooring of his ultra-light tiny house, then went on to explain all the steps and materials involved- which, again, are surprisingly SIMPLE!
The video explains all:
The materials you'll need: -An abundance of paper bags (easy to find)- newspapers and maps work too (we talk about it in the clip) http://amzn.to/2EYKiOK -Minwax water-based poly-sealant (gloss or satin- your choice)- Here is the link to grab some.... -A brush -A spray bottle
AND THAT'S IT!
And this can all be made with old paper bags which might otherwise be trash to most!
On some recent travels through Piedmont, MO, where I purchased some land to start a mini build (and where we'll EVENTUALLY have an off-grid tiny house workshop), I came across this abandoned movie theater, which had JUST closed. When I bought the land only a year prior, the movie theater was still up and running, so it was sad to arrive and discover that it had, well, "given up".
But- think about it, this abandoned lot would make a GREAT "Tiny House Village" for a variety of reasons....
-The space is available and in a more affordable area of the country (that is all relative, of course)
-Its already graded and traversable- you don't have to do much, or any, road or parking lot work, which can be exorbitantly expensive.
-You have the added attraction of STILL being able to screen films community style, or still run the theater as a business perhaps on select days.
-Easy access- the land is right off a fairly major paved road which leads right to the many amenities downtown.
-There is already a large central septic system that presumably could/can handle large crowds
-It resides in a town that could use the help, tax dollars, shop patrons, and PR boost.
Piedmont is known as a bit of an economically "tough" town, as many towns in the rural midwest are, but I found it to be very picturesque, the people were very friendly, and it had a few really decent restaurants and shops. I would go back to visit, and will. The lumber yard there was actually fantastic- another huge "plus", and a business that such a community would certainly give LOTS of new business to.
So, just an idea, and just a post in hopes that someone MIGHT see an idea like this and run with it.
Each year in April, Burlington, VT has its "Vermont Home and Garden Show" at the "Champlain Valley Expo Center", and this year (April 21st and 22nd, 2018) it'll be no different.
This time around however, the show is looking for MORE tiny houses to put on display as a sort of "Tiny House Village" for onlookers and those curious about the movement.
If you'd like to be part of it (there is no fee, and you'll be fed AND allowed to stay in your home inside the indoor expo center as well (while promoting your home/business perhaps)- check out this video below....
Those interested can email Maureen at: McConnolly@HomeBuildersVT.com
Check out this crazy human-powered hamster-wheel sno-cone machine that was at the 2017 Tiny House Festival in Florida!
What a great idea in that it takes such a simple (and tasty) vendor item and makes it not only a spectacle, but interactive!
Its the one midway concession treat you might LOSE weight enjoying!
For those who didn't hit the Florida Tiny House Festival, it was incredible (as always), and John Kernohan and Fin Davies have plenty more events planned! Check 'em through http://www.unitedtinyhouse.com
