Is a Tiny House Right for Me?

A question frequently asked along with an answer that can vary from person to person. Owning a Tiny House can be perfect for some and unimaginable for others. This can include partners and children that may not be so sure of your tiny dream. For those of you that have looked at Tiny Houses but are unsure whether they are right for you and your family, then continue reading as this may offer you the deciding factor on whether to go Tiny or not.

Pros of living in a Tiny House

Eco-Friendly

As well as being extremely adaptable and functional, they're also excellent for the environment, all thanks to eco-friendly materials. Tiny houses can easily be connected to solar panels for renewable energy, you can opt for a water filtration system which offers the potential for far less water wastage than the average home. Not to mention the high-thermal efficient insulation and ERV system, plus the super energy-efficient appliances, which all means no more sky-high bills, if any!

Tailored to You

There are a plethora of Tiny Homes out there for you to choose with many of which have had hours upon hours of designing to ensure they are perfect for compact living. If off the shelf isn’t your thing, custom designed homes are available for you to put your own stamp on. You can even go the whole hog, for example, if you need a dog bed, extra storage or prefer a hidden guest bed, these additions can easily be added by an expert designer. How often can you say that you designed your own home?

Disclaimer - Not many companies will offer a vast array of edits to a standard home, nor will they be able to do some of the specialist work should they already have a functioning build system in place. Be sure to meet with your chosen builder to ensure they can do what is being asked.

More Outdoor Space

A huge advantage of tiny living is it gives you the accessibility to more outdoor space. With the advantage of being able to put your Tiny House in a variety of locations, you can really begin to have the outdoor living lifestyle. You can be in the countryside on farmlands or on a caravan site, close to the city or family and friends, there are so many possibilities and with the added bonus of being able to travel. You can travel to one area, stay for a few weeks, or even years, then pack up and leave for the next adventure.

Cons of Living in a Tiny House

Smaller Living Space

So as the name suggests a Tiny House which, you guessed it, means smaller living space. Although the square footage is smaller, tinies are elegantly designed to include fold-away furniture and plenty of storage with smart lighting to offer a bright and airy home for everyone.

Relocating

Tiny Houses are all about changing your lifestyle, moving locations, being away from friends and family, or away from secure jobs and schools can be all be a factor which can have a dramatic effect on life. However, it is not impossible to remain in one place to be close to schools or a secure job. See our latest blog post on urban living here.

Finding a Place for Your Tiny House

Great you've decided to buy your tiny house but where are you going to live?

Finding a home for your new Tiny House can be a lot of stress as it's not as easy as it may seem. Planning permission and renting land can be an added issue due to the current UK laws on Tiny Houses. This doesn't stop people living the dream with several communities growing vastly towards building 'Tiny Towns' in the hope of changes in UK laws.

If you're still unsure whether to choose a tiny home or remain in your brick-built home, feel free to get in touch. We're always happy to answer any of your questions.