Elaine Walker built her Tumbleweed Lusby after discovering Jay Shafer’s designs and deciding to downsize from a conventional home. Her tiny house showcases how the classic Lusby floor plan translates into a fully functional living space, with thoughtful material choices and practical amenities throughout.
Exterior Features
- Roofing: Shingled roof for weather protection
- Siding: Painted cedar for durability and aesthetics
- Windows: Loft windows with custom stained glass inserts
- Foundation: Flatbed trailer for mobility
- Insulation: Recycled denim (made from repurposed jeans)
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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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