Could You Live In This Tiny 150 Square Foot House?

They make them without the loft, that's the only kind I would be able to manage

This one is interesting, not sure for me, but, as I've said, there are other loftless tiny houses.



I like this one with, but, I would unclutter it.

 

I need a sleeping space on a first level. Even with just Callie there's no way he could climb a ladder. But if you had a cat or three they could easily figure it out. I think it's a bit crowded for two humans but if you're solo it's a great idea:D
 
They're quite cute but I wouldn't want one for my main residence. I don't live in a huge house but I do like my space.
 

I think something like a Murphy bed would be a good idea. Something else nice about small is less to keep clean. I mean if you cook a lot and entertain quite often you need space. But for one person with simple needs it's a neat idea.
 
Just love the "tiny houses" I've been watching on TV--so cute--handy to put in back yard for grandchildren or unexpected guests (Bet the unexpected guests would never visit again).
Already have been living in a small "hole in the wall" for the past 40 years, would never change back to a conventional large home--too much cleaning!!
Yard is pretty tiny as well, have successfully grown veggies in boxes! :cheers1:
 
It would have to be in a nudist camp, there wouldn't be enough room to hang my skivvies.

It really is a highly developed bad idea.
 
Interesting tiny house!!!

I'm not sure how it would be to live in, the interior seems staged for the video with no evidence of the clutter that comes with day to day life.

 
I’m fascinated with the ‘tiny house’ ordeal. They are so obsessively organized.
Where would I put all my STUFF?:shrug:
I won’t say I haven’t thought of it.
With this one I particularly liked the bedroom, the Windows and sinks .
 
I would absolutely love one of these homes. In fact I've been giving it some serious thought. In Jersey you are allowed to build what they call an echo house if the town agrees and you have enough property. The idea is to build a tiny home on your property and usually the son or daughter takes over the main home and the parent lives in the echo house. There is no property tax on the home but after the parent moves out or dies the home must be taken down or sold and moved to a different location.

As well as I get along with my kids I could never live with them even though they have mentioned many times that I am welcome when the time comes. I want to have my own private space. I think these little homes are perfect. The downside would be having to give up most of my possessions and I'm not sure one of my kids would want to move into our old home. I've seen a few in my area and they certainly look inviting.
 
I could. When we bought this property we lived in what is now our "shack".

I can't tell you how much I enjoyed it.

My kitchen cabinets were my china cabinet.

So much less to worry about, everything was close and comfy.

At the same time all my "stuff" was in our barn. Which we built first.
 
I'm very fascinated by tiny houses. I bought two books about it. However I think 150 sq ft. is too small. I would start at 250 sq ft.
 
Ruth n Jersey said:
I would absolutely love one of these homes. In fact I've been giving it some serious thought. In Jersey you are allowed to build what they call an echo house if the town agrees and you have enough property. The idea is to build a tiny home on your property and usually the son or daughter takes over the main home and the parent lives in the echo house. There is no property tax on the home but after the parent moves out or dies the home must be taken down or sold and moved to a different location.

As well as I get along with my kids I could never live with them even though they have mentioned many times that I am welcome when the time comes. I want to have my own private space. I think these little homes are perfect. The downside would be having to give up most of my possessions and I'm not sure one of my kids would want to move into our old home. I've seen a few in my area and they certainly look inviting.
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This is a really good idea Ruth. It takes a lot of pressure off the kids and both parties get their sense of privacy.
We have the same type of laws here where I live in Canada. Now if only we had had children:laugh:
 
Shalimar said:
I am too claustrophobic to live in less than about 900sq feet. Besides, this maximalist likes stuff. Kinda, English cottage meets eclectic Boho. Or is it electric Boho?
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Electric Boho? :lofl:
Hahaha. I’m sort of claustrophobic also BUT the all the windows add the relief I’d require so I definitely could do it.
What I DO like about it is that there’s so much less stuff to have to clean up and worry about.
I’m ready to buy one and set it up somewhere .
 
Depends, I spend 5 months in a 112 sq ft travel trailer, it had a bathroom with sink commode & shower, it had a counter, sink, 3 burner stove, electricity hookups that could be converted to solar, propane furnace, 3-way refrig, table & bench, plus twin bed. Plenty of storage. Used the outdoors as extended living space.

I never felt cramped. I watched movies & played simple games on my laptop. Had wifi, could have converted my smart phone to a hot spot for web surfing. It could be done, I probably use the same amount of space or facilities at home as I did RVing. I like my solitude & never depended on other people to entertain me.

Location would be the main factor, my wife of 50 years always said I was born 150 years too late, I could easily have been a hermit or mountain man. Routine rules my life, I've always done things solo rather than depend on others. My favorite movie is 'Jeremiah Johnson'.
 
I can live in my 160 sq. ft. RV for a few weeks, but then I like coming back to my 4/2/2 house. I'm planning on getting a 240 sq. ft. RV in the near future. Live in the 150 sq. ft. tiny house, long-term? That's a "No way!" for me.
 
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