Pool cabanas and garden structures offer potential as tiny house alternatives. These prefabricated buildings—originally designed as pool houses, storage sheds, and backyard retreats—can serve as guest houses, home offices, or small dwellings with some modifications. Tiki Bar Cabana (13 x 13) Photo Credit: Cabana Village Completed Installation with Bar Area Design Details Size: 13 x [...]
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Grandpa’s Cabin by Sidekick Homes: 396 Sq Ft Backyard Cottage with Full Kitchen and Bath
Grandpa’s Cabin is a 396 square foot backyard cottage designed by Sidekick Homes, a division of Kephart Living. The design fits a bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, and living area into a compact single-story footprint suitable for use as an ADU, guest house, or in-law suite. Grandpa’s Cabin Exterior Floor Plan The floor plan shows an [...]
Shipping Container Home Conversions: Bright Interiors with Windows, Doors and Siding
These shipping container home conversions demonstrate how steel containers can be transformed into livable spaces with proper windows, doors, and exterior finishes. The results show that container homes don’t have to look industrial—they can be as bright and inviting as conventional construction. Container Home with Exterior Siding Large Window Installation Cutting openings for windows requires [...]
Shelter-Kit Prefab Cabins: DIY Assembly Starting at 144 Square Feet
Shelter-Kit offers prefab cabin packages designed for owner assembly. With sizes starting at 144 square feet and estimated assembly times of 3-4 days with two people, these kits provide an accessible entry point for tiny house construction. Shelter-Kit Cabin Front View Side View Interior Configuration Design Details Type: Prefab cabin kit Builder: Shelter-Kit Minimum Size: [...]
EZ Traveler Mini RV: Lightweight 1400 lb Travel Trailer Towable by SUV
The EZ Traveler is a compact travel trailer that weighs approximately 1,400 pounds, making it towable by minivans and small SUVs. Unlike teardrop trailers, this design offers enough interior height to stand up inside while maintaining a lightweight, single-axle configuration. Features include rooftop air conditioning, an awning, and a small kitchenette. EZ Traveler Mini RV [...]
