Over the last 4 to 5 years, the Tiny Home Movement has been sweeping the country as more and more people are planning to go tiny rather than stay in a conventional house. The shows on HGTV have made tiny homes all the more popular showing how comfortably you can live tiny. If you plan to get a tiny home for the backyard, the first step should be finding a good tiny home builder. At TinyHouseMe, you will find several models showcased and also get connected with 100s of tiny home builders across the US and Canada. However, hiring a trusted builder is essential when you want a home built according to the building codes. Although last time we talked about the tiny home shows that are popular on television, now we will throw light on the tiny house books that will throw light on this topic.
❖ The Very Small Home
Author: Azby Brown
If you have ever been to Japan, you will find that they have a distinctive approach to space utilization and architecture. This book will glance you through 18 different tiny homes built in a wide range of different build styles. One thing that captivates most in Azby’s book is that she breaks down the big idea of each home. The book illustrates the features that make the homes appear bigger despite being compact.
❖ Tiny Homes on the Move
Author: Lloyd Kahn
Lloyd’s book is typically an instruction manual on how to build your tiny home. However, the book is more like a chronicle about the people building a tiny house. This book tells a story about the people who build tiny homes, and also the structures built underwater. The book is expansive and doesn’t only talk about tiny homes but also trailers and houseboats. This is a good pick if you are looking for a book with real-life experiences, stories, and pictures.
❖ Tiny House Floor Plans
Author: Michael Janzen
This book comprises 200 tiny home sample designs. If you plan to build a tiny home and need ideas on laying out the space and arranging it efficiently, this book might be the perfect thing for you. The book consists of 14 chapters, each portraying a different footprint or size of a tiny house. The houses can be as small as 8×12 foot spaces and even as large as 12×24 foot spaces. Here you can find ground-breaking ideas on how to fit everything you need in a compact space without feeling overwhelmed or cramped. However, this book is particularly helpful if you are looking for plans to build a tiny home for the backyard. More than words and pictures, it’s a book of tiny home floor plans for those who plan to build a structured tiny home.
❖ More Amazing Spaces
Author: Jane Field Lewis and George Clark
This book comprises image compilations inspiring people to reside in amazing small spaces. You will find horseboxes, boats, cabins, and basements packed with numerous ideas here. There is a TV series in the UK which runs by the name of George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. The show celebrates small-scale builds, and this book accompanies season four. This book will show you different ideas for workspaces, home spaces, garden spaces, and holiday spaces, something worth admiring. Each project is followed by awesome pictures and a brief description, with lots of floor plans and illustrations, which you will marvel at.
❖ Shipping Container Homes
Author: John Peterson
You might have seen online pictures of shipping container homes. And if you have been tempted to say, “I want that,” this book might just be for you. This book is a practical guide on planning, constructing, and living in a shipping container home. This book will guide you if you plan to get a tiny home. This book showcases different types of designs and layouts and valuable insights on container selection, cost, insulation, and more.
❖ The Big Tiny: A Built-It-Myself Memoir
Author: Dee Williams
This book is a wild ride, and the author tells us how she almost died in a grocery store. After being spurred by the death-defying moment, the author evaluated her life and decided to go tiny. She tells the story of her 84 square feet home that she built all by herself. She shares details of living in a tiny home, how she managed the finances, and even her health. The book is a mix of personal memoir and a practical how-to book. So, no matter where you are on your tiny home journey, this book is great!
❖ The Small House Book
Author: Jay Shafer
The rising cost of traditional housing in America led to the popularity of tiny houses. Author Jay Shafer wrote the book to change the paradigm of what ‘affordable housing’ really means. This book is partly philosophical and partly instructional. The book focuses not only on building a tiny home but also on the factors leading to the housing crisis in America. This book is a special edition of this list, as Jay talks about the different loopholes and regulations you must know before building a tiny house.
❖ Simply Imperfect
Author: Robyn Griggs Lawrence
The author gives a primer on wabi-wabi, a Japanese philosophy that advocates living in the movement. ‘Wabi-wabi’ espouses minimalism and the joy found in life’s ordinary, mundane things. Tiny homeowners will love this book as it’s about living inside a tiny house by embracing minimalism. The book has sections on reusing materials, growing food, and decluttering and talks about living with less in a more fulfilling way. However, if you want to know a few clever storage ideas, then the experts at TinyHouseMe can help to plan the perfect tiny home of your choice.
Final Take:
The books mentioned above are helpful and will guide you through tiny homes’ nitty-gritty. However, to get a tiny home for the backyard, you must connect with a trusted builder. TinyHouseMe is the one-stop destination to connect with 100s of tiny home builders. Sign up today to book an appointment with your chosen builder at the earliest.
