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Are you thinking of transitioning into a sustainable lifestyle? If so, living in a tiny home may be the first step to achieving this goal.
There is only so much the world as we know it can provide for humans. If everyone depends on natural resources, it will not be long before the planet runs out of them. Fortunately, the number of people transitioning into a sustainable lifestyle is steadily increasing. If you are also considering it, you must know that it starts with your house. In fact, most people choose to live in tiny homes as their first step to living sustainably.
There have been many arguments about whether living in a small house can reduce one’s environmental impact or not. According to the American Institute of Architects AIA, it does by a significant difference. Houses generally classified as tiny homes are less than 400 square feet. As stated in a report by AIA, residences with such dimensions produce about 2,000 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions annually. If you compare this to average-sized homes, which emit 28,000 pounds of the same chemical, you are making a massive difference to the environment.
To put it simply, sustainable living means reducing one’s use of the planet’s resources. One common method is using renewable energy, as burning fossil fuels releases abundant amounts of carbon dioxide. This results in minimized carbon footprint, therefore counteracting environmental concerns. Reducing waste and recycling materials could also be an effective solution.
Another popular solution to saving the environment is living with less. This means using up fewer resources and, in turn, producing reduced waste. One of the most effective means to start a minimal life is to move into a tiny home. The number of people doing this has been increasing throughout the years. It has come to the point that it has become a community of its own. This is where what many now call the Tiny House Movement comes into the scene. It encourages living with less to help solve financial and environmental concerns.
In fact, there are already 10,000 tiny homes built in North America. The number continues to grow as 700 more small houses are being constructed every year. Social media has also been a significant influence in this movement. More people are starting to see the benefits and joys of living a minimal life and are also beginning to consider moving into tiny homes.
One of the most prevalent reasons people decide to live in small houses is reduced expenses. If you need to buy land, it will cost less as you only have to pay for a tiny plot. You will also need fewer materials than building a bigger home, reducing your expenditures further. That goes for the furniture and electricity consumption as well.
Of course, building custom tiny homes will not exactly be cheap. However, compared to what you will have to pay for an average-sized house, you will surely be able to save money. In fact, according to the Tiny House Society 2018 statistics, compared to an average American, 89% of small house owners are in less debt, and 55% have more bank savings. Furthermore, 60% have no credit card debt, and 68% do not have any mortgage. After all, affordable tiny homes are available, typically costing about $25,000, contrary to the $236,000 for bigger ones.
Besides the financial advantages, many members of the Tiny House MOvement joined the community because of its environmental benefits. To be clear, because your home is smaller does not mean you are living a more energy-efficient lifestyle. At the end of the day, this depends on the design of your house. It is up to you if you choose to make the day, this depends on the design of your house. It is up to you if you choose to make sustainable choices. If you look up small house ideas, you can find many opportunities to build your abode in a way that can reduce your carbon footprint. Here are some examples.
Living in a tiny home can encourage you to start an eco-friendly lifestyle. This may include reducing the waste you produce. After all, with limited space, you can only have minimal possessions and knowing few ideas on how to maximize limited spaces will greatly improve your tiny home experience. Also, most small houses are built with the necessary amenities like their own energy source, composting toilets, and water tank, among many others. This makes it easier for the owners to go off-grid, and they can also reduce their dependence on nonrenewable resources by using solar panels and the like.
While tiny homes indeed open more chances to transition into a sustainable lifestyle compared to average-sized houses, it also has potential disadvantages to the environment. For instance, if you previously had many possessions, some of your belongings will possibly have to be thrown away. You can choose to donate, but that still does not guarantee where they will end up. In addition, staying committed to an eco-friendly lifestyle can be challenging for some people. After all, storing recyclables can take up storage, so others eventually resort to throwing their trash in the end.
Joining the Tiny House Movement will not only benefit you financially. You can even help save the planet’s natural resources and reduce your carbon footprint. However, this eventually depends on how you build your home. Living in a small house does not necessarily guarantee that you will have a sustainable lifestyle, but it opens many opportunities and options for you to do so.
Are you thinking of moving to a tiny home for your benefit and that of the environment and the future generation? If so, let the team of professionals at Small House Solutions be with you throughout the process, from the site visit and analysis to the construction. Rest assured that you are in good hands and will be able to achieve your goals of living a sustainable lifestyle.
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Fortunately, when it comes to ADU, Texas is more open to it than other areas. However, there are only designated zones where ADUs are permitted to be constructed, even in this state. At the same time, strict regulations must be followed regarding this.
The simplest way to define an ADU is another housing unit on the same lot as an existing home. It is different from storage structures like garages because it has all the amenities that you can find in usual living quarters.
In the modular building method, the construction is separated into smaller three-dimensional sections called modules. Each is built in a factory, including the interior, exterior, and even electric wiring and plumbing. Afterward, these are assembled, and the house is done and good to go.
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As you prepare for this project, please bear in mind that “small” does not equal “cheap”. We are not a low-budget builder.
Our project contracts range from $240 to $500+ per square foot, with cost decreasing as square footage increases. Due to current market conditions, we cannot offer construction contract pricing under $150,000, with the exception being accessory structures with no plumbing (i.e.: backyard office). If your specified budget is not realistic for your project, we will respectfully cancel your consultation with an email response as to why.
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As you prepare for this project, please bear in mind that “small” does not equal “cheap”. We are not a low-budget builder.
Our project contracts range from $240 to $500+ per square foot, with cost decreasing as square footage increases. Due to current market conditions, we cannot offer construction contract pricing under $150,000, with the exception being accessory structures with no plumbing (i.e.: backyard office). If your specified budget is not realistic for your project, we will respectfully cancel your consultation with an email response as to why.
We look forward to speaking with you.
