You’ve probably noticed a lot of repeat stuff being posted recently and that’s because I’m doing some organization with the website.

There are some new sections up at the top labeled Tiny, Small, Interiors, and Plans.  There’s more on the way too (like Books) and I’m putting it all together so that it’s easy for you to find what you want and browse around the site without having to jump around randomly.

Besides being a way to browse previous and new posts in a better way, it’s also an effort to organize some of the related books, building plans, and other products/services that are becoming available to us.  That’s why you’re seeing all these posts with stuff you can buy.

If you have any thoughts and ideas I would love to hear them and put them to use–you can send me a message at any time through the contact page. Alternatively you can reach me on Facebook and Twitter.

On a side note I’m having a blast running this blog, writing for it, and I’m thrilled with how many of you are coming in and checking things out everyday–and it keeps growing every single month.  Thanks for that!

I’ll end this post with some of the site’s most popular posts since it all started…

320 Square Foot Garage Conversion

The Innovan Tiny RV

Unimog Expedition Camper

EZ Traveler Mini RV

Mushroom Dome Cabin

This Piaggio commercial vehicle has been converted by JC Leisure into a compact motorhome that reportedly achieves over 30 miles per gallon. The micro camper features a pop-up roof for headroom, pull-out bed, kitchen unit, and hidden portable toilet. The small footprint allows the vehicle to function as both daily transportation and weekend adventure camper.

Design Details

• Base Vehicle: Piaggio commercial van
• Converter: JC Leisure (UK)
• Fuel Economy: Over 30 MPG
• Features: Pop-up roof, pull-out bed, kitchen unit, portable toilet
• Dual Use: Daily driver and camper
• Storage: Built-in compartments for travel gear

Piaggio Micro Motorhome Exterior

Images via JC Leisure

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Dan Louche documented his complete tiny house build process and compiled it into a comprehensive plans package. After building a tiny house on a trailer for his mother in Florida, he created this resource including his construction book, architectural plans, electrical diagrams, materials list with pricing, and the original SketchUp 3D model file.

Package Contents

• Builder: Dan Louche
• Book: Step-by-step construction documentation with photos
• Plans: Architectural drawings for the design
• Electrical: Wiring diagram
• Materials List: Organized by category with approximate costs
• 3D Model: SketchUp file for viewing and modification
• Type: Tiny house on trailer

Dan Louche’s Completed Tiny House

Images via Dan Louche

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Lost Lodge at Lake Cumberland offers rustic cabin rentals in south central Kentucky. Lake Cumberland features approximately 1,250 miles of shoreline and more than 60,000 acres of water, making it one of the larger lakes in the United States.

Design Details

• Location: Lost Lodge, Lake Cumberland, Kentucky
• Type: One-bedroom cabin (smallest available)
• Style: Rustic
• Amenities: Full amenities included
• Activities: Fishing, boating, skiing, swimming

Cabin Exterior

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One Cool Habitat produces modern prefab shipping container homes that can be customized for various uses. These units work as extra bedrooms, backyard offices, guest houses, or complete tiny homes, and can be easily relocated.

Design Details

• Manufacturer: One Cool Habitat
• Type: Prefab shipping container conversion
• Style: Modern
• Mobility: Designed for easy relocation
• Customization: Interior configured to client specifications
• Uses: Bedroom, office, living space, tiny house

Modern Container Home Exterior

Photo Credits: One Cool Habitat

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The Tumbleweed Tarleton model features the largest kitchen of any Tumbleweed tiny house design. The layout places the kitchen in a dedicated 6′ x 4′ space, leaving the main living area more open with a sleeping loft above.

Design Details

• Manufacturer: Tumbleweed Houses
• Model: Tarleton
• Kitchen: 6′ x 4′ dedicated space (largest Tumbleweed kitchen)
• Sleeping: Upstairs loft
• Features: Front porch, vaulted ceilings in main room, storage loft above entry
• Similar Model: Lusby (with kitchen in living area instead)

Floor Plan and Dimensions

Exterior

Photo credits: Tumbleweed Houses

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The Tumbleweed Lusby tiny house packs efficient living into 117 square feet. The design features an upstairs sleeping loft, a kitchen integrated into the main living area, and vaulted ceilings that make the compact space feel open and airy.

Design Details

• Manufacturer: Tumbleweed Houses
• Model: Lusby
• Size: 117 square feet
• Layout: Kitchen/living area with dining table, 6′ x 4′ back room, sleeping loft
• Interior Finish: Pine
• Exterior Finish: Cedar plank siding
• Roof: Corrugated aluminum
• Ceiling: Vaulted in main living area

Lusby Exterior

Photo credits: Tumbleweed Houses

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The weeHouse by Alchemy Architects packs modern design into 336 square feet. Located in the prairie land near Lake Pepin in Minnesota, this prefab cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides, creating an indoor-outdoor living experience.

Design Details

• Manufacturer: Alchemy Architects
• Model: weeHouse
• Size: 336 square feet
• Construction: Prefab modular
• Kitchen: IKEA cabinets with stainless steel finishes
• Flooring: Hardwood throughout walls, floors, and ceiling
• Windows: Floor-to-ceiling glass on both long walls with sliding glass doors
• Sleeping: Queen/full bed with privacy curtains plus loft bed
• Heating: Fireplace

Exterior View in Winter

Photo credits: Alchemy Architects

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