Choosing the Right Builders
One of the first decisions you'll need to make when designing your tiny home is choosing who will build it. This may seem simple, but if you want your tiny home to be healthy and sustainable, you'll need someone who has experience with building homes that meet these requirements.
Choosing the Right Location
When designing your tiny home, you should think about where you want it to be. For example, if you plan on living in the mountains and would like fresh air 24/7, then choose a location that is near the top of a mountain. Also, consider how far away from services such as grocery stores or hospitals that are needed for optimal health.
Designing for Energy Efficiency
-Consider how heat moves through your home and look for any opportunities where cold air could be coming in.
-Seal all cracks, windows, and doors with weather stripping and caulking, as these are the most common places for air to sneak in.
-Install an insulation blanket between the outer wall and interior drywall. This is an effective way to create an additional layer of protection against cold drafts.
Choosing The Right Materials
It's important to choose the right materials when building your tiny home on wheels. Wood is a natural, eco-friendly choice that can make your home look more traditional or rustic depending on the finish you use. However, it's more expensive and requires more upkeep than other options. Concrete and metal are durable but can feel sterile in certain contexts.
Choosing the Right Finishes
- The type of substrate it's painted on, such as wood or concrete, will dictate what type of paint you use, as well as the kind of flooring that will work best with it.
- What color do you want?
Getting Set Up For Ease and Enjoyment
It's true, there are many ways you can go about designing your tiny home. I'm going to talk about the design process for my home, which is a small house on wheels. I wanted to make sure that it was as easy and enjoyable as possible, so these are the considerations I made when designing my living space. One of the first things I did was find out what utilities were available in my area.
Everyday Storage Solutions
One of the things that makes tiny homes on wheels so appealing is the simplicity of the design, with few items scattered around. To keep your home from feeling cluttered, it's important to use different storage solutions for small items and large items. This can include using hanging organizers for clothes or socks, using drawers for utensils and flatware, or using baskets for books.
