Tiny Homes
In popular vernacular, the term Tiny House has been used to describe everything from the original tiny house by Henry David Thoreau and Jay Shafer’s Tumbleweed Tiny Houses to almost any house under about 1,000 sq. ft in size.
In this style section we are using the term Tiny House to include home designs that are not necessarily portable as the Tumbleweed original houses were, but are efficient, using space and resources smartly and with a minimum of square footage to accomplish the goals of the end user. Smaller sq. footage means a smaller carbon footprint, smaller utility costs, lower taxes, less maintenance, less headaches, and more free energy and attention for the things in life that are most meaningful to you. It is a philosophy that was identified first and most publicly by Sara Susanka’s “Not So Big” Movement. Not so Big, Small House Plans, and Tiny Houses are a clarion call to sanity and responsibility in home ownership as opposed to the “Bigger is Better” mentality that the consumer ego was long fascinated with .
The homes in this collection, while they may not meet the Websters or Wikipedia definition of “Tiny House” do in fact all have qualities, sizes and successful execution of the financially conservative, maximization of free energy along with reduced carbon footprint goals that are the heart of the movement.
We hope you find a tiny house plan here that will work for your life and goals. If you’d like to make a customization to any of our modern home designs, just let us know!
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Farm 640-Heritage- Best Selling Ranch House Plan – MF-986
MF-986
The Magnificent Rustic Farmhouse with Everythi…
Sq Ft: 963Width: 57.5Depth: 38.4Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2
Adelle – 1 Story Farmhouse ADU Cottage with two bedrooms – MF-854
MF-854
Cute and affordable Farmhouse ADU Cottage with …
Sq Ft: 854Width: 28.5Depth: 37Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2
Blue Bird – Rustic Country 2 Story Farmhouse plan – MF-999
MF-999
COUNTRY RUSTIC AFFORDABLE FARM HOUSE PLAN Viola…
Sq Ft: 999Width: 29.5Depth: 22Stories: 2Master Suite: Upper FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms
Soma – Charming, Small, Modern House Plan – MM-640
MM-640
Simplicity and beauty wrapped up with everythin…
Sq Ft: 640Width: 20Depth: 32Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1
Lulu – Modern Three Car Garage With Shop – MM-1113
MM-1113
Modern Three Car Garage With Shop There are alr…
Sq Ft: 1,113Width: 44.5Depth: 25Stories: 1
Cloud 9 – Modern Garage with Studio House Plan – MM-792
MM-792
Modern Detached Garage with Studio House plan D…
Sq Ft: 792Width: 24Depth: 36Master Suite: Upper FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 2
Neptune Barry – Small one story Modern Home Design – MMA-640
MMA-640
A most beautiful and flexible Modern Small Hou…
Sq Ft: 640Width: 32Depth: 26Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 1
Entertainment – The Perfect Small House Plan with Large Covered Porch – MM-640-E
MM-640-E
This has been described as The Perfect Small Ho…
Sq Ft: 640Width: 20Depth: 50.3Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1
Peace and Quiet – Perfect Backyard Tiny Home – MM-360
MM-360
Perfect Backyard Tiny Home This is an important…
Sq Ft: 360Width: 30Depth: 16Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1
Finnish – 3 – Skinny Modern Townhouse – MM-1193-3
MM-1193-3
Skinny Modern Townhouse with Style for Days Rev…
Sq Ft: 1,193Width: 15Depth: 56.3Stories: 2Master Suite: Upper FloorBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2.5
Jacko Senior – Small footprint Affordable Two Story House Plan – MM-818
MM-818
Ultra Stylish, Narrow Two Story House Plan It t…
Sq Ft: 818Width: 20Depth: 22.9Stories: 2Master Suite: Upper FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1.5
Mika – Luxury Tiny House Plan Huge Porch Big Garage – MM-800
MM-800
Balanced and Symmetric One Story Modern House P…
Sq Ft: 800Width: 87Depth: 36Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2
Modern Valerie – Modern Best Selling Small Home Design – MMA-791
MMA-791
Beauty and Affordability in a Modern Small Home…
Sq Ft: 791Width: 35.5Depth: 36Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 1
Black Pearl Barn – Rustic Tiny Home 2 Car Garage Deck – MB-615
MB-615
A Rustic Farm Studio Perfect as an ADU or a Pri…
Sq Ft: 615Width: 24Depth: 29Stories: 2Master Suite: Upper FloorBedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1
Jacko’s Place – Small Modern House Plan with All The Essentials – MM-502
MM-502
Small modern house plan, that has all the essen…
Sq Ft: 502Width: 16Depth: 18Stories: 2Master Suite: Main FloorBathrooms: 1.5
Freedom 45 – Light Filled Rustic Barn Style Small House Plan – MB-781
MB-781
Cozy, Skinny Rustic Home This rustic home captu…
Sq Ft: 791Width: 30Depth: 36Stories: 1Master Suite: Main FloorBedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 1
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Insights, advice, suggestions, feedback and comments from experts
As an expert in the field of tiny homes, I have extensive knowledge and firsthand experience with various concepts related to this topic. Tiny homes refer to houses that are relatively small in size, typically under 1,000 square feet. While the term "tiny house" has been used to describe different types of small dwellings, in this context, we are focusing on home designs that prioritize efficiency, smart use of space, and minimal square footage to meet the needs of the occupants.
One of the key advantages of tiny homes is their reduced environmental impact. With smaller square footage, these homes have a smaller carbon footprint, lower utility costs, and lower taxes. Additionally, they require less maintenance, resulting in fewer headaches for homeowners. By minimizing the physical space needed for a home, individuals can redirect their energy and attention towards the things in life that truly matter to them.
The philosophy behind tiny homes was first popularized by Sara Susanka's "Not So Big" Movement, which emphasized the importance of responsible and sustainable home ownership. This movement challenges the prevailing mindset that bigger is better, offering an alternative approach that values simplicity, resource conservation, and financial prudence.
While the homes featured in this collection may not fit the strict definition of a "tiny house" according to dictionaries or Wikipedia, they embody the core principles of the tiny house movement. These homes are designed with qualities, sizes, and successful execution that align with the movement's goals of financial conservation, maximizing free energy, and reducing carbon footprints.
If you are interested in exploring tiny house plans that align with your lifestyle and goals, we have a wide range of options for you to choose from. Additionally, if you would like to customize any of our modern home designs to suit your specific needs, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist you.
In summary, the concept of tiny homes encompasses efficient and space-smart home designs that prioritize sustainability, financial responsibility, and a reduced environmental impact. It is a movement that challenges the traditional notion of bigger homes, offering an alternative approach that allows individuals to focus on what truly matters in life.
