Tiny living refers to a lifestyle whereby you live simply. It's a life where you live happily and with what you need as opposed to what you want. It enables you to live free from debt. And this economic freedom allows you to live big. Tiny living has, in fact, become a movement, especially because of the recent tough economic times.
Within this book, you'll find the answers to these questions and more. Just some of the questions and topics covered include
• A few basics about tiny homes
• Global trends
• How much does it cost?
• Different types of tiny houses
• Benefits and drawbacks of a tiny house
• Deciding on a foundation
• Framing options
• What about building codes?
• A word about expenses
• Protecting your tiny home from the elements
• What about windows and doors?
• Put a roof on it!
• Utilities
• And much more!
If you're interested in preserving the environment, you'll be happy to know that tiny living allows you to leave a smaller carbon footprint. Switching to a tiny home has various benefits and can be an exciting journey. Regardless of the square footage of your home, you can make it beautiful, cozy and efficient in many ways. Tiny living teaches you how to live well with a lot less.
