The Small House Book by Jay Shafer of Tumbleweed Tiny House Company provides comprehensive guidance on tiny house design, construction, and living. The book covers floor plans, building techniques, and the philosophy behind small-scale residential architecture. About the Book Author: Jay Shafer Company: Tumbleweed Tiny House Company Topics: Tiny house design, construction, floor plans Format:…
Chrysler developed the Imperial Mobile Executive concept car based on the 1966 Imperial Crown coupe, demonstrating early ideas for mobile office space. The vehicle included a telephone, folding table, swiveling front passenger seat for in-car meetings, and various office equipment built into the center armrest. Design Details Base Vehicle: 1966 Chrysler Imperial Crown Coupe Concept…
The Lovestruck is a house truck converted from an old horsebox, now available as a unique rental accommodation at Swallowtail Hill Farm in Rye, Sussex, England. The vintage-style conversion combines gypsy caravan aesthetics with modern amenities, sleeping up to four people. Design Details Name: The Lovestruck Location: Swallowtail Hill Farm, Rye, Sussex, England Original Vehicle:…
This cordwood cabin retreat demonstrates how natural building techniques create beautiful, functional tiny spaces. The unique structure features cordwood construction with decorative bottles, large windows, and a matching outhouse companion building. Design Details Construction: Cordwood with decorative bottles Materials: Recycled and reclaimed Purpose: Writing, reading, and day retreat Features: Large windows, custom screen door, built-in…
Car camping offers one of the most economical ways to travel long distances. This station wagon conversion demonstrates how a standard vehicle can be transformed into a mobile sleeping space for road trips. Station Wagon Sleeper Setup
Abod, a subsidiary of BSB Design, developed an innovative approach to affordable housing through prefabricated arch-frame structures. These tiny shelters use corrugated steel panels and fiberglass slat coverings on a simple arch frame, creating durable dwellings designed for rapid deployment. Design Details Manufacturer: BSB Design (Abod) Construction: Arch frame with corrugated steel panels Foundation: Concrete…
Stephen Marshall of Little House on a Trailer built this 120 square foot home on a trailer frame. At 12 feet wide, it feels significantly larger than typical tiny houses on wheels while still remaining towable. Image via Kirsten Dirksen / faircompanies (YouTube) Design Details Builder: Stephen Marshall (Little House on a Trailer) Size: 120…
This Earthship project in Myakka City, Florida demonstrates sustainable building techniques on a 10-acre agricultural property. The project incorporates natural building methods, permaculture principles, zero-energy construction, and sustainable technology. Design Details Location: Myakka City, Florida Property Size: 10 acres (agricultural zoning) Construction: Earthship (rammed earth tires) Materials: Locally collected tires, on-site dirt Water Feature: Pond…
Jalopy Cabins built this tiny log cabin called The Ski Hut using primarily reclaimed and salvaged materials. The cabin measures 10 feet by 16 feet plus a 6-foot porch. The hand-peeled logs came from ski slope cleanup at the local Wolf Creek Ski area. Design Details Builder: Jalopy Cabins Model: The Ski Hut Dimensions: 10′…
This shipping container project in Australia converts two containers into a weekend cottage and workshop. The conversion includes a covered front porch, rainwater collection system, fireplace, custom doors with windows, and a garden. Design Details Location: Australia Containers: Two shipping containers Uses: Weekend cottage and workshop Features: Covered front porch, fireplace, custom doors with windows…
