Happy Tuesday! We accidently hit publish instead of doing a premiere today so comment down below which DIY build was your favorite! We'll see you Friday for another premiere!
Great video, Jenna. I wish there was a place (even just a video) devoted to discussing some of these current tiny house trends. Such as: Tiny homes are no longer tiny; tiny home companies have almost all gone the "luxury" route; more and more people are not buying them to live in but to rent out as AirBNB...etc. As someone who is trying to save up to either buy or DIY and wants one in the spirit of Jay Shafer, and some others that were more modest--- I just feel rather sad and frustrated with the direction the movement has gone. I admire some of these newer tiny homes, but it seems plainly obvious that $100,000 on average is not what alot of people can afford. I saw one the other day that was only 18 feet long for $140k!! just seems crazy to me... am I alone in this?...
I think it’s time, ability and legality that is making tiny homes harder to self-build. Many of us want to go tiny for reasons other than budget also. For me, it’s because I am chronically ill and maintaining my home is becoming harder and harder. With a tiny I can not only have a smaller space that is built around my needs, but I can also put it on my brother’s land and have them nearby in case of emergency. I love self builds and I’ve even renovated homes in the past, it’s just becoming more difficult to do.
I'd love to see a follow up with those featured in this video. Where are they now? Any regrets with their build? Still living in their TH? And so on. Maybe that can be another video.
Love the idea of a self build both for cost and also for creativity in design and in reusing materials. But, as you say, getting it certified and insured would have to be considered.
I started watching tiny home videos about 10 years ago. This, though, got me receiving videos about homes in buses then vans then minivans and SUVs then in regular cars (sedans, I guess). That is also where my own hopeful future is...living in a minivan/SUV or smaller down the road. If I were to win the lottery, then maybe I'd buy land and build a tiny home form my husband and me, a tiny home for my son, and a tiny home for my daughter. I'd want tiny homes because I don't want a huge house full of stuff to either think about or leave for my kids to think about. I do still watch tiny home videos now and again, but my future is in an easily drivable tiny home.
I really love seeing the DIY tinys….so many unique and artistic touches in these self made homes. I’ll never tire of seeing them. Regarding the “expensive” DIY tiny…. Have those who disagree with it seen the price tags on the motor coaches that start at 500K? I love they have their rig to pull it and they sacrifice nothing in luxury!
Just getting started.. but I think they are going mobile for ultimate freedom!! I'm just getting ready to build a 24-ft refrigerated straight truck into a fully off-grid solar powered motorhome with 500 gallons of freshwater and all luxury and amenity of a home.
@@TinyHouseGiantJourney Thanks I'm pretty excited about it! It's between a 24-ft refrigerated truck or full custom build on a 24 ft flatbed that would be dual walled vacuum insulated for ultimate insulation efficiency.. When I'm finished where would I reach out to share with you guys? Do you have a website or contact?
@@danielkurek7009 If you are interested to be featured we have a link to a form in the video description! Otherwise feel free to shoot us an email or message through Instagram.😀
Thanks for this bit of editorial. Even the most expensive on this list was barely what modern AU/NZ builds cost, and it had the feel of a modest luxury yacht. I do feel personally that it's the low-budget DIY aspect that drew me to tiny houses. Not being on trailers. Not as an income stream for builders; but as an affordable way to own one's own home. Anyhow, this was great - more, please!
Hi Jenna! I've been planning my build for a few years now. Excited to say that I am finally getting started this Spring, building my own THOW with the help of a local carpenter.
Thank you for sharing the DIY homes - I see my husband and I being the builders or at least the finishers of a shell. I would love to see more tiny homes on land...in the forest or farm or...
I think there are more people people building their own, however they are not interested in their business being known all over the internet. I enjoy watching channels on here but will never showcase my personal life on youtube. Between tiny homes, cargo trailer as well as various vehicle type conversions, I think more and more people are doing their own, just not posting it on the internet.
Thanks for showing us these beauties, Jenna. I'd love to live in any one of them! I can't even begin to fathom the energy, knowledge, and handiness required to build one yourself, but I certainly admire their aesthetic productiveness!
at 8:27 it literally brought a tear to my eye - that place is like a dream. And someday I'm gonna have a tiny home of my own. Thanks for the inspiration!
I watched all those videos as they came out, I forgot about a couple of them. The revisit was nice. The one with the hobbit door is probably my favorite out of that group of tiny houses. One of the things I love the most about DIY tiny homes is the pride on people's faces when the show their home and talk about the design and build process. You can't buy that kind of pride. What would be great would be builders helping DIY'ers to do it themselves with guidance, so it's built properly and safe to live in. I have seen videos from other countries where people worked with the builder doing whatever parts they can to keep the labor charges down.
The issue my group have run into is zoning - nearly everywhere in our state at least, has so many zoning laws that it makes it near impossible. plus, flat-out lack of response from the city and county to work with us to move forward with any plans. We have been trying to get things going on land we bought for over a year now. :x we love our property - the vegetation and wildlife diversity and have so many wonderful plans for it! However...might have to sell and look elsewhere in the end. 😫😭 I think the truth of it all is that the whole DIY stuff is NOT as easy as it all seems, nor is it as charming. It's a lot of hard work and requires a lot of help and cooperation that many of us simply do not have. A good network of people and good community are also a huge part of it and finding like minds who are willing to work hard and cooperate in this lifestyle is also difficult to find. :/ it almost feels like fantasy. edit: forgot to add a thank you for bring this topic to discussion!
i should also elaborate a bit further on zoning setbacks we have as an example: most things cannot be built over a certain square footage without permit in our county, let alone be a liveable space without having a septic because they only consider gray water to be sewage and will not allow gray water systems, and must also have a secure clean source of water. unclear if water cache systems count, and such systems can only be built on existing structures here. sewage, water, and electricity must all also be handled by people with permits, and everything must be cleared by the city/county. with the officials basically ghosting everyone, the entire county is basically in shambles - no one can build or repair anything and are forced to rely on places like businesses. This might be more widespread and it may well be that folks are being forced to order their tiny homes from businesses because we simply are not allowed to do them ourselves. :/
This is an easy answer , I really like your video on your own tiny house . You are so right though on the diy disappearing from the movement . Thank you for your channel .
Even though I went with a builder for my 240 sq ft tiny, I love the DIY tiny homes and the fact they were the grassroots start of the movement. With the growth of the tiny home industry, there are options to fit almost any budget, and even more options for DIYers like trailers, shells, and even ANSI certification. Thanks for showcasing all types of tiny homes!
I agree. Tiny houses started out as a great way to get out from under the crazy mortgages, but now that they are being mass produced they are just as expensive as a regular home. We bought our regular home for $128,000, 2500 sq ft. In 2015. Tiny houses are now the same price and harder to get a loan for.
Not knowing whether we’d have as many options for a place to park our tiny home is the #1 reason my spouse and I will most likely not DIY, even though it would put a tiny house much, much more in the realm of possibility for us. I don’t know… it’s so heartbreaking. A tiny house on wheels and the stability and security it would bring has been my dream for about 25 years. It genuinely makes my heart hurt.
That is so funny that you brought up Macy’s tiny home! That is the very first video I ever saw on any tiny homes at all! I remember all the different variations of her home. Karen Florida
I would like to see a video which revisits your oldest tiny house. How has it stood the test of time; what worked / what didn't; what's changed or been added or deleted. Is it still the same owner? Etc
I really enjoy the DIY builds - I’m in uk so we haven’t caught up with legislation yet. If I’m honest, I don’t bother to watch when I discover the build is from a Tiny Home building company. I love your tiny and all of these. Of course the guy who spent the big money also has to have something huge to tow it! You know what they say about compensating…….!😂❤
Always a pleasure to follow you since all these years as you always get better & better.. Bravo Jenna for your success & skills. Building since 1 and half year a big camper truck DIY off grid & should take 5 more months before completed . Was planning to build a Tiny home but it is not really easy to fight against council laws in this country & it is so hard for tiny home owners to get a place to park ... Anyway .. politics ...🤔 Big hugs from NZ & all the best for 2025 ✌️💌
Suggested names for another video on the roots of The Tiny House Movement: Jay Shafer and Dee Williams. I was happy to see Macy Miller in this one! What about late folk musician Bruce "Utah" Phillips's adapted caboose which he lived in whenever he was recording for Philo Records in North Ferrisburgh, Vermont; I believe it was moved to the Black Butte Center for Railroad Culture in Weed, CA which is at the base of Mount Shasta, and will be used as a sort of Utah Phillips Library and memorial. I was at the recording studio in Vermont back in the day and got to have a look at it. Really tiny, but really cool!. What about Maude's RR car home in the movie Harold and Maude?Just some ideas. Your video is wonderful...thanks for honoring the pioneers; you deserve a lot of credit for helping the THOW movement. I've watched your channel from almost the very beginning and have really enjoyed all of your posts. Long may you and your family and team thrive and prosper.
I thought I followed your channel a lot, but I don't think I've seen any of these. And while I would probably have a tiny home built or at least roughed in, the best part of a diy is building to suit your needs. For example I would want counters at least a foot higher than standard because I'm 6'6", and if I had a loft it would come with stairs, I hate ladders.
Please more DIY tiny homes under ~24ft long! My favorite tiny homes are always the ones that are closer in size, budget, and vision of tiny house pioneers like Dee Williams and Jay Schafer.
I love the difference between each design - they created what they needed. There’s nothing wrong with using a builder - most of those are $100k and people complain about the price. The average sticks & bricks conventional house is about $150k and up. A decent 5th wheel rated for full time living is $100k.
Don't really think it's a trend...I think most people simply enjoy their privacy and don't want strangers walking through their crib creating content. In fact, I'm seeing more expedition trucks being built than ever...people are building their tiny homes on military truck chassis and adventuring.
I do remember this one being one of my favorites for a long time. I remember when she sold it wishing I could have bought it from her. ruclips.net/video/0GeKa4vQpHQ/видео.htmlsi=wooo6qdhoGj-gdLl
Happy Tuesday! We accidently hit publish instead of doing a premiere today so comment down below which DIY build was your favorite! We'll see you Friday for another premiere!
The low cost self builds. Am curious how the one that used pallet wood protects the framing and pallet stuff from rot...
Great video, Jenna. I wish there was a place (even just a video) devoted to discussing some of these current tiny house trends. Such as: Tiny homes are no longer tiny; tiny home companies have almost all gone the "luxury" route; more and more people are not buying them to live in but to rent out as AirBNB...etc. As someone who is trying to save up to either buy or DIY and wants one in the spirit of Jay Shafer, and some others that were more modest--- I just feel rather sad and frustrated with the direction the movement has gone. I admire some of these newer tiny homes, but it seems plainly obvious that $100,000 on average is not what alot of people can afford. I saw one the other day that was only 18 feet long for $140k!! just seems crazy to me... am I alone in this?...
Thankyou, DIY low cost homes are the only ones that inspire and interest me personally.
I tend to prefer them.
I do like the bigger tinies, though - that extra space adds a lot more comfort, I think.
I think it’s time, ability and legality that is making tiny homes harder to self-build. Many of us want to go tiny for reasons other than budget also. For me, it’s because I am chronically ill and maintaining my home is becoming harder and harder. With a tiny I can not only have a smaller space that is built around my needs, but I can also put it on my brother’s land and have them nearby in case of emergency. I love self builds and I’ve even renovated homes in the past, it’s just becoming more difficult to do.
Think lawmakers deliberately make it favorable to builders and developers over those wishing to self build...
The Hobbit door tiny house is so imaginative and inspirational. The house has a "soul".♥Creative builders like this inspire me.
I'd love to see a follow up with those featured in this video. Where are they now? Any regrets with their build? Still living in their TH? And so on. Maybe that can be another video.
Love the idea of a self build both for cost and also for creativity in design and in reusing materials. But, as you say, getting it certified and insured would have to be considered.
DiY's are so incredibly inventive & creative compared to off the shelf.
Yes please Jenna, more please especially the high enders. Thanks a lot 😊
I started watching tiny home videos about 10 years ago. This, though, got me receiving videos about homes in buses then vans then minivans and SUVs then in regular cars (sedans, I guess). That is also where my own hopeful future is...living in a minivan/SUV or smaller down the road. If I were to win the lottery, then maybe I'd buy land and build a tiny home form my husband and me, a tiny home for my son, and a tiny home for my daughter. I'd want tiny homes because I don't want a huge house full of stuff to either think about or leave for my kids to think about. I do still watch tiny home videos now and again, but my future is in an easily drivable tiny home.
I really love seeing the DIY tinys….so many unique and artistic touches in these self made homes. I’ll never tire of seeing them. Regarding the “expensive” DIY tiny…. Have those who disagree with it seen the price tags on the motor coaches that start at 500K? I love they have their rig to pull it and they sacrifice nothing in luxury!
Just getting started.. but I think they are going mobile for ultimate freedom!! I'm just getting ready to build a 24-ft refrigerated straight truck into a fully off-grid solar powered motorhome with 500 gallons of freshwater and all luxury and amenity of a home.
That sounds really cool! We'd love to see your finished build.
@@TinyHouseGiantJourney Thanks I'm pretty excited about it! It's between a 24-ft refrigerated truck or full custom build on a 24 ft flatbed that would be dual walled vacuum insulated for ultimate insulation efficiency..
When I'm finished where would I reach out to share with you guys? Do you have a website or contact?
@@danielkurek7009 If you are interested to be featured we have a link to a form in the video description! Otherwise feel free to shoot us an email or message through Instagram.😀
Awesome got it Thank you!@@TinyHouseGiantJourney
Thanks for this bit of editorial.
Even the most expensive on this list was barely what modern AU/NZ builds cost, and it had the feel of a modest luxury yacht.
I do feel personally that it's the low-budget DIY aspect that drew me to tiny houses. Not being on trailers. Not as an income stream for builders; but as an affordable way to own one's own home.
Anyhow, this was great - more, please!
Hi Jenna! I've been planning my build for a few years now. Excited to say that I am finally getting started this Spring, building my own THOW with the help of a local carpenter.
I will NEED to build a few tiny homes! Not in wheels, but an actual tiny home.
Thank you for sharing the DIY homes - I see my husband and I being the builders or at least the finishers of a shell. I would love to see more tiny homes on land...in the forest or farm or...
And most of them are not tiny imo. I like them truly tiny. ...and simple and rustic.
Cool beans let's see it
I think there are more people people building their own, however they are not interested in their business being known all over the internet. I enjoy watching channels on here but will never showcase my personal life on youtube. Between tiny homes, cargo trailer as well as various vehicle type conversions, I think more and more people are doing their own, just not posting it on the internet.
Thanks for showing us these beauties, Jenna. I'd love to live in any one of them! I can't even begin to fathom the energy, knowledge, and handiness required to build one yourself, but I certainly admire their aesthetic productiveness!
at 8:27 it literally brought a tear to my eye - that place is like a dream. And someday I'm gonna have a tiny home of my own. Thanks for the inspiration!
I watched all those videos as they came out, I forgot about a couple of them. The revisit was nice. The one with the hobbit door is probably my favorite out of that group of tiny houses.
One of the things I love the most about DIY tiny homes is the pride on people's faces when the show their home and talk about the design and build process. You can't buy that kind of pride.
What would be great would be builders helping DIY'ers to do it themselves with guidance, so it's built properly and safe to live in.
I have seen videos from other countries where people worked with the builder doing whatever parts they can to keep the labor charges down.
I'd like to see the most secure tiny home, one with cameras, alarm system, lights on outside, maybe even motion detection.
The issue my group have run into is zoning - nearly everywhere in our state at least, has so many zoning laws that it makes it near impossible.
plus, flat-out lack of response from the city and county to work with us to move forward with any plans. We have been trying to get things going on land we bought for over a year now. :x
we love our property - the vegetation and wildlife diversity and have so many wonderful plans for it!
However...might have to sell and look elsewhere in the end. 😫😭
I think the truth of it all is that the whole DIY stuff is NOT as easy as it all seems, nor is it as charming. It's a lot of hard work and requires a lot of help and cooperation that many of us simply do not have. A good network of people and good community are also a huge part of it and finding like minds who are willing to work hard and cooperate in this lifestyle is also difficult to find. :/ it almost feels like fantasy.
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forgot to add a thank you for bring this topic to discussion!
i should also elaborate a bit further on zoning setbacks we have as an example: most things cannot be built over a certain square footage without permit in our county, let alone be a liveable space without having a septic because they only consider gray water to be sewage and will not allow gray water systems, and must also have a secure clean source of water. unclear if water cache systems count, and such systems can only be built on existing structures here. sewage, water, and electricity must all also be handled by people with permits, and everything must be cleared by the city/county. with the officials basically ghosting everyone, the entire county is basically in shambles - no one can build or repair anything and are forced to rely on places like businesses. This might be more widespread and it may well be that folks are being forced to order their tiny homes from businesses because we simply are not allowed to do them ourselves. :/
This is an easy answer , I really like your video on your own tiny house . You are so right though on the diy disappearing from the movement . Thank you for your channel .
Even though I went with a builder for my 240 sq ft tiny, I love the DIY tiny homes and the fact they were the grassroots start of the movement. With the growth of the tiny home industry, there are options to fit almost any budget, and even more options for DIYers like trailers, shells, and even ANSI certification. Thanks for showcasing all types of tiny homes!
I agree. Tiny houses started out as a great way to get out from under the crazy mortgages, but now that they are being mass produced they are just as expensive as a regular home. We bought our regular home for $128,000, 2500 sq ft. In 2015. Tiny houses are now the same price and harder to get a loan for.
Not knowing whether we’d have as many options for a place to park our tiny home is the #1 reason my spouse and I will most likely not DIY, even though it would put a tiny house much, much more in the realm of possibility for us. I don’t know… it’s so heartbreaking. A tiny house on wheels and the stability and security it would bring has been my dream for about 25 years. It genuinely makes my heart hurt.
Loved going down memory lane. Thanks Jenna
I really like the second tiny house featured with the custom shower and the sky lights above it. That shower is really cool.
That is so funny that you brought up Macy’s tiny home! That is the very first video I ever saw on any tiny homes at all! I remember all the different variations of her home. Karen Florida
Those were all good on their own. Hard to choose but glad you refreshed on DIY.
Great video. I've seen all of these on your channel. I like self built too. They have a different amount of character. Thanks
Always love your channel! Thanks for the inspiration!
I loved this ty for sharing , I’d love to see all what u mentioned , your channel is a great one in the tiny house community , ty
I love these!
I would like to see a video which revisits your oldest tiny house. How has it stood the test of time; what worked / what didn't; what's changed or been added or deleted. Is it still the same owner? Etc
I really enjoy the DIY builds - I’m in uk so we haven’t caught up with legislation yet. If I’m honest, I don’t bother to watch when I discover the build is from a Tiny Home building company. I love your tiny and all of these. Of course the guy who spent the big money also has to have something huge to tow it! You know what they say about compensating…….!😂❤
Always a pleasure to follow you since all these years as you always get better & better.. Bravo Jenna for your success & skills. Building since 1 and half year a big camper truck DIY off grid & should take 5 more months before completed . Was planning to build a Tiny home but it is not really easy to fight against council laws in this country & it is so hard for tiny home owners to get a place to park ... Anyway .. politics ...🤔 Big hugs from NZ & all the best for 2025 ✌️💌
Suggested names for another video on the roots of The Tiny House Movement: Jay Shafer and Dee Williams. I was happy to see Macy Miller in this one! What about late folk musician Bruce "Utah" Phillips's adapted caboose which he lived in whenever he was recording for Philo Records in North Ferrisburgh, Vermont; I believe it was moved to the Black Butte Center for Railroad Culture in Weed, CA which is at the base of Mount Shasta, and will be used as a sort of Utah Phillips Library and memorial. I was at the recording studio in Vermont back in the day and got to have a look at it. Really tiny, but really cool!. What about Maude's RR car home in the movie Harold and Maude?Just some ideas. Your video is wonderful...thanks for honoring the pioneers; you deserve a lot of credit for helping the THOW movement. I've watched your channel from almost the very beginning and have really enjoyed all of your posts. Long may you and your family and team thrive and prosper.
I love the drive these folks have🎉.
Maria's gets my vote!
Thanks Jenna 😊!
JO JO IN VT 💞☃️
I thought I followed your channel a lot, but I don't think I've seen any of these. And while I would probably have a tiny home built or at least roughed in, the best part of a diy is building to suit your needs. For example I would want counters at least a foot higher than standard because I'm 6'6", and if I had a loft it would come with stairs, I hate ladders.
Please more DIY tiny homes under ~24ft long! My favorite tiny homes are always the ones that are closer in size, budget, and vision of tiny house pioneers like Dee Williams and Jay Schafer.
This was a great video! Thank you
Home #2's shower ceiling is cool because you can probably open it during rain storms 🌍 🌦💗☔
Would love a video on the most affordable tiny homes.
Thanks for sharing
I also enjoy the homes people build themselves!!
I love the difference between each design - they created what they needed. There’s nothing wrong with using a builder - most of those are $100k and people complain about the price. The average sticks & bricks conventional house is about $150k and up. A decent 5th wheel rated for full time living is $100k.
Great video!
I'd like to see an episode on all of the current tiny home communities with comparisons like lot size, rent, and amenities.
Check back soon! We have something in the works 🥰
What fun!! :)
How 'bout DIY tinys with the smallest footprint ? That's where people's creativity shines, imho !
People can’t afford tiny houses either anymore
Our Government and local government make it so hard to do anything. Everyone has their hands out for your money. Crazy.
I’d make my own tiny house with a few thousand dollars. Or Also I would hire someone to build a tiny home in no time if I had more money 💰
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What is the average maximum height for a tiny home.
George Davis
Blame all the local Governments. They are the ones stopping it.
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Don't really think it's a trend...I think most people simply enjoy their privacy and don't want strangers walking through their crib creating content. In fact, I'm seeing more expedition trucks being built than ever...people are building their tiny homes on military truck chassis and adventuring.
I do remember this one being one of my favorites for a long time. I remember when she sold it wishing I could have bought it from her. ruclips.net/video/0GeKa4vQpHQ/видео.htmlsi=wooo6qdhoGj-gdLl
Not good...now these things are the same price as a house...and they are a depreciating asset even more than a perm home bc its traveling
Unfortunately ZONING REGULATIONS stop folks from creating the diy’s
Unfortunately, rampant capitalism is destroying the tiny house movement.
The primary attraction was the cost which has now ballooned.
This is the UGLIEST "tiny home" I have ever seen. The lines are so chaotic.
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Your third couple have a business to build these. Not the same as a primary living space. This is there RV.
Tiny homes are just glorified trailer homes. Meh. I prefer ANY DIY tiny homes over manufactured or prefab tinies!
This was great! “Memory Lane” is a wonderful place to visit… thanks so much for this mid -winter trip! 🩷