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Is a 900 square foot a tiny house?

It doesn't have a set definition - but it's thought of as a home which is less than 450 square feet or 41 square meters. In the U.S, to put that in perspective, the average home is 1550 square feet (144 square meters)! So, a 'Tiny House', to many people - really is tiny!

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What is a Tiny House?

How big is the average Tiny Home?

While the answer differs greatly from home to home, the average size is approx 161 square feet (15-20 square meters) for a one-bedroom home. Two bedroom models are closer to 215 square feet (20 square meters) and three bedrooms are typically larger, however no more than 450 square feet (41 square meters). While the size of your home is an important factor to consider, the key to tiny home living is to plan your interior well to match your lifestyle. It is also important to include areas of the home that everyone in the family will enjoy.

Can life be good in a Tiny Home?

A tiny home doesn't mean a tiny lifestyle. In fact, quite the opposite. Living in a cleverly arranged space means less clutter, better organisation, greener living, and a closer experience with those you live with and with nature. You'll be able to get rid of the rubbish that you've been hoarding for years as you downsize to a practical living space that is highly functional and is a fraction of the price of a conventional house. To answer the question 'can life be good?', quite honestly yes, it can be life changing, for those who embrace it. You see, the new home is equally as important as setting new habits and a new lifestyle to match the new home. For example, adjusting your routines, planning to spend more time outside or starting a new hobby.

Who are Tiny Homes suitable for?

Although we'd love to say, EVERYONE, this isn't always the case. If you're an outdoorsy type of person, love to travel, exercise regularly, love green areas or practise minimalism then this is definitely the type of lifestyle for you. Albeit daunting, moving from a great big house to a tiny home, you'll soon realise that the great outdoors becomes your daily playground and the appreciation for the smaller things in life is what it all about.

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Can I build a deck without digging holes?

If you're ready to start planning, there are two great options to build a deck without digging any holes: surface deck blocks and deck foot anchors. The cheapest foundations are deck blocks, which can be purchased for less than $12.00 a piece. Deck blocks sit on the ground, so proper planning is essential.

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There are two great options

‘Floating’ or ‘free standing’ decks are typically suited for builds that are under six feet in size. Any larger and it’s prudent to go with the old-fashioned approach of using concrete forms. Ultimately, you should check with your town’s permitting office and local ordinances, which will dictate building requirements. If you’re ready to start planning, there are two great options to build a deck without digging any holes: surface deck blocks and deck foot anchors. The cheapest foundations are deck blocks, which can be purchased for less than $12.00 a piece. Deck blocks sit on the ground, so proper planning is essential. Ensure that the ground is highly compacted and does not have any sitting water or potential for erosion. You’ll also need to have enough of them to ensure the weight of the deck is distributed properly. Deck blocks are good because they’re cheap, but a drawback is that the deck will sit at a fixed height, making multi-level decking or stairs impossible with this design. Another option is to use a deck foot anchor. Unlike the deck blocks, these anchors will allow building a variable height deck in a traditional manner. Simply screw the auger portion into the ground using a wrench or accommodating drill, and then attach your 6×6 post. Continue building your deck as normal.