How To Build Your Own Tiny House

by Roger Marshall

Overview

This comprehensive resource offers practical advice and step-by-step instructions for building a small, sustainable home, ranging from 250 to 1,000 square feet.

Whether responding to the high prices in the residential market or considering a minimalist option for a second home, a tiny house may be just the option you're seeking.

How To Build Your Own Tiny House is the perfect companion for anyone looking to embark on a tiny living journey, combining practicality with inspiration to help you create a cozy, efficient, and stylish home.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Construction Guide: Go beyond pretty pictures with detailed instructions on the entire building process, including framing, wiring, plumbing, and more.
• Understanding Codes and Regulations: Navigate the complexities of building codes and local regulations with ease, ensuring your project complies with all necessary standards.
• Materials and Planning: Learn how to create a bill of materials, making your construction process more efficient and organized.
• Design Flexibility: Explore various tiny home designs that can be tailored and expanded as your needs evolve, making it a versatile choice for any lifestyle.
• Space-Saving Furniture: Discover tips on constructing appropriately sized furniture that maximizes space and functionality in your tiny home.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781631869075
Publisher:	Taunton Press, Incorporated
Publication date:	09/10/2019
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Author Roger Marshall is a woodworker with decades of experience designing living spaces in the tight quarters of yachts. He has built his own house, studios, greenhouses, and numerous stone and wooden garden projects.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Introduction: What is the Appeal of a Tiny Home
Part I: What you need to build a tiny home
Chapter 1: Your Skill Level
Chapter 2: The Right Tools for the Job
Chapter 3: The Vision

Part II: The Actual Construction
Chapter 4: Essential Amenities
Chapter 5: Structural Components
Chapter 6: Furniture

Part III: Systems
Chapter 7: Heating Your Mini-home
Chapter 8: Wiring and lighting in your mini-home
Chapter 9: Plumbing

Part IV: Options for Your Tiny Home
Chapter 10: Amenities for Small Spaces
Chapter 11: Making it Portable
Chapter 12: Living Off the Grid

Part V: A Selection of Tiny Home Designs

• The Cube
• Your Own Trailer Home
• An Expandable Cottage
• Living in a Barrel
• Build your Own Silo
• The A-Frame
• A Summer Mini-Cottage
• An Ultra-Modern Mini-House
• The Deck House
• The Houseboat
• The Log Cabin
• The Boat House