Living Room by Cushman Group No doubt about itis that miniature cottages are becoming increasingly popular these days. Whether you are looking for more financial freedom, want to reduce your environmental impact, or want to enjoy a simple life, this type of building is the perfect solution for you. If you are interested in this idea, here are some of the features of such structures.
Bedroom by Sol Haus 1.Consider what you can give up. Reducing the living space in your dream home requires significant sacrifices. Look at this list and tell me if you can live in a small building:
- Minimizing personal space;
- Low operating cost;
- The need to maintain order;
- The refusal of some items of furniture;
- The possibility of placing large groups of friends only outdoors in front of the building;
- Reduced environmental impact.
Guest lounge by The Tiny Tack House 2. Consider what you could get from living in a modest apartment:
- Financial freedom;
- Ease of movement;
- Easy care and maintenance;
- Ability to spend more time on the street;
- Good design with quality materials and headset items;
- Quick weekly cleaning.
Kitchen by Sol Haus 3.Consider the priorities of living in such an unusual house. You can decide what is important to you: high ceilings, necessary appliances, a washer and dryer, large windows, a sauna or a place to work.
Entryway by Tumbleweed Tiny House Company 4.Consider your life position. What do you want most? To travel, to be near grandchildren or to start your own business? Now compare your life goals and apartments. Answer the question: can a small house help you realize your dream?
House facade by Cushman Design Group 5.Pay attention to the climate of the area. Realistically assess the impact of the weather on your lifestyle. In the north, you can admire snowy landscapes and warm yourself by the fireplace.
Patio by Ashley Camper PhotographyAnd in tropical or temperate climates, you can easily create an outdoor kitchen or dining area, freeing up more space inside the apartment.
Oriental Cuisine by Oregon Cottage Company 6.Consider accessibility. Many popular interesting plans for houses with a modest area suggest placing the bed in the attic. However, climbing the stairs to the attic will be difficult for elderly people.
Boudoir by Cushman Design Group 7.Think back to your experience of living in small spaces: student dormitories or country cottages. Consider all the advantages and disadvantages associated with being in a miniature space.
Kitchen area by The Tiny Project 8.Consider your lifestyle. Mentally map out your typical day from the moment you wake up until you go to sleep. Consider which rooms you use most often. This will help you organize your apartment rationally.
Dining room by Sol Haus Design 9.Review the legislation. Although such building options are becoming increasingly popular, many areas have their own building codes that require buildings with a certain area.
Facade from Oregon Cottage Company 10.Consider the potential of the property. If you have already selected the land to buy with the intention of building a tiny house, pay attention to the possibility of adding additional structures. You can arrange a gazebo, a pavilion with a dining area or an outdoor kitchen surrounded by greenery, a hot tub or a sauna on the site. We have presented you with the main features that you should pay attention to when building a modest structure.
