Join The Tiny Home Movement

Could you scale back and live a simpler life? The Tiny House Movement is a great way to reconnect with your inner-minimalism. Visit the Denver Home Show this weekend to explore our Tiny Home Village, featuring eight, fully-furnished displays from six different companies. Each of these fun-sized homes can be customized - they range in size, design, style, and building technique.

With limited space available, efficiency is key. You've got to maximize what you have! There are many different companies getting on board for this hot, new downsizing trend. The six we're featuring include: Sprout Tiny Homes, Exaco Trading Co., Tiny Diamond Homes, Maximus Extreme Living Solutions, A Bed Over My Head, and SimBLISSity. While each company offers different features and amenities, they all supply a "green" living alternative. In fact, these tiny homes are perfect for a sustainable lifestyle, and there are urban communities forming all over the country.

To give you a better understanding of the movement, check out these Tiny Home Statistics Sprout Tiny Homes shared with us:

• 68% of Tiny Home people have no mortgage, compared to 29.3% of all US homeowners
• 89% of Tiny Home people have less credit card debt than the average American, with 65% of Tiny Home people have zero credit card debt
• The average cost to built a Tiny Home is $23,000 if built by the owner, whereas the average cost of a standard sized home is approximately $227,000 + interest

The Tiny House Movement is making big waves! Come discover the Tiny House Village at the Denver Home Show this weekend and see what all the fuss is about. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook.

MARCH 20 -22, 2015.
NATIONAL WESTERN COMPLEX 

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Good Things Come In Small Packages, Even Comfortable & Trendy Living Spaces

While it may feel more common to hear people talk about the need for more space, there is a growing trend called the "Tiny House" movement, which encourages people to live in simpler and smaller spaces.

Tiny Houses are usually between 100 and 400 square feet, compared to 2,600 square feet, which is the average size of a typical single-family home.

What are some of the benefits of a Tiny House?

1. Less clutter - The idea behind the Tiny House is to live simply, so you'll find less clutter and accumulation of unnecessary household items within these dwellings.
2. Energy savings - A smaller house means less living space to heat or cool.
3. Lower mortgage payments - You'll enjoy seeing a decrease in the amount of money you put towards housing every month.
4. Greener lifestyle - Feel good knowing that you've reduced your carbon footprint by consuming less energy and resources.

The Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Des Moines is building a Tiny House to showcase simple living at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show. Stop by the Habitat ReStore booth to check out the Tiny House with your own eyes! Curious to see how the project is coming along so far? Check out their progress on their photo blog - you won't believe your eyes!

The Des Moines Home + Garden Show takes over the Iowa Events Center February 12 - 15, 2015. Don't have tickets yet? Buy them early to get the best prices and avoid box office lines. Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook.

FEBRUARY 12 - 15, 2015.
IOWA EVENTS CENTER

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The Top 10 Can't-Miss Features At The Downtown Raleigh Home Show

The New Downtown Raleigh Home Show takes over the Raleigh Convention Center from September 5-7, 2014. Three days, jam-packed with home improvement ideas, inspiration, and innovative products. Not sure where to begin? Here are the top 10, can't-miss experts and features at the show:

1. Design Darling, Ty Pennington

Join one of the most famous faces in home improvement, Ty Pennington, as he shares design tips for home projects and secrets from Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Trading Spaces, and his new show, On The Menu. Ty will be appearing on Saturday, September 6th at 11am.

2. Bath Expert, Matt Muenster

The bath remains one of the most common home remodels, so we're bringing in one of the best bath professionals to provide top tips and advice for renovating: Matt Muenster. As host of the DIY Network's hit shows Bath Crashers and BATHtastic! Matt has great ideas and experience. He's appearing daily at the show to give you the information you need to make your bathroom fantastic!

3. "The DIY Guy", Chris Tice

Get great DIY ideas from Chris Tice. Chris will be demonstrating projects daily that include wine bottles re-purposed as a chandelier, a portable AC unit made from a simple cooler, and much more! Whether you're an avid DIY-er, or just starting out, Chris has great advice for you.

4. Our Tiny Homes Feature

What can you do with 150 square-feet? Short answer: lots! Check out our Tiny Homes Feature with displays from Wishbone Tiny Homes, East Coast Tiny Homes, and Eco-Huts to see why the tiny house movement is becoming increasingly popular. Get organizing and space-saving tips from these unique homes. Plus, Laura M. LaVoie, occupant of a 120 square-foot home and author of 120 Ideas for Tiny Living, will speak about her downsizing experience on the Main Stage.

5. The Outdoor Living Dream Lounge

Put yourself inside the ultimate al fresco oasis: the Outdoor Living Dream Lounge created by Luxury Living Scapes, Inc. Take a break from shopping, saving, and learning in this outdoor oasis which features a cabana, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace - built right inside the convention center!

6. Amazing Stage Presentations

The show's Main Stage features daily presentations on remodeling, home improvement, DIY projects, gardening, landscaping, home decor, design, and more! Get the advice you need from celebrities and local experts so you can make your dream home a reality.

7. The Best Deals In Town

We've gathered the top home improvement experts together at the show and most are offering guests the best deals on the market with exclusive, show-only specials. Shop, compare, and save all under one roof!

8. Hero Day

We're saluting the heroes in our community who keep our homes safe with Hero Day, on Friday, September 5th. Active and retired military and first responders in uniform or with valid ID will receive complimentary admission to the show on Friday. For your service and your sacrifice, we thank you.


9. Triangle Gardener, Beverly Hurley

Wondering what you should be doing in your garden for the fall season? Trying to turn your brown thumb green? Get easy, practical garden tips and advice from Triangle Gardener's Beverly Hurley. Beverly will be appearing on the Main Stage daily.

10. Savings!

Everyone's looking to save some green - show guests who buy tickets online prior to the show save $3 off regular admission, and get to bypass the lines at the show. What are you waiting for? Grab your tickets now!

For more help planning your visit, check out our Stage Schedule, or visit the show website for more information and ticket details. We can't wait to see you at the Downtown Raleigh Home Show!

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Tiny Homes, Big Ideas At The Downtown Raleigh Home Show

Could you live in 150 square-feet? It's hard to imagine stripping down to the basics and living in a mere 150 square-foot home, but an ever-increasing number of consumers are joining the Tiny House Movement. From September 5-7, at the Downtown Raleigh Home Show, guests can check out these diminutive homes as part of our show features. See extreme organizing and space-saving tactics in action! You may have more than 150 square-feet to work with, but these little homes serve as great inspiration for designing any small space.

One the pioneers of North Carolina's Tiny House Movement, Laura M. LaVoie will present at the show daily and answer all your questions about extreme downsizing. Laura currently occupies a 120 square-foot tiny home with her partner and their pet cat! She is one of the co-founders of Tiny Homes NC and is the author of 120 Ideas for Tiny Living. Join her to learn how to have a big life in a tiny house. Can’t wait to see Laura at the show? Visit her blog, Life in 120 Square Feet, to check out her advice on how to begin living in a tiny house.

 

We've got lots of experts appearing at the Downtown Raleigh Home Show, like Ty Pennington and Matt Muenster - make sure not to miss them. Remember to grab your tickets online now to get the best deals. We can’t wait to see you at the show! 

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Tiny Homes to Make a Big Impact at the Orlando Home Show

Living tiny is simply better for the environment, says Dan Louche, owner of Tiny Home Builders and one of the pioneers of the Tiny Home Movement.  The Atlanta-based designer/builder will display two examples of tiny houses at the upcoming Orlando Home Show, Oct. 4-6. We caught up with Dan to learn more about this pint-sized trend in housing.

What’s a tiny house?

These small structures are built on wheels, allowing them to be easily moved to the perfect location. Our houses are designed to have a warm, open feel and range in size from about 96 to 160 square feet. They contain a sleeping loft, shower and toilet, kitchen, running water and heat/A/C.

When and how did you come upon this idea?

I began building tiny houses back in 2009 when I constructed one for my mom. At that time, the house in which she was living was falling apart and becoming unlivable, so I knew I had to find her alternative housing. After researching various options, I discovered the tiny house movement and realized that it was the perfect solution for her. My father is a home builder by trade and I am software engineer, so we joined forces to improve upon this concept.

What advantages are there to a tiny house?

Tiny houses can be constructed to very high standards and still be affordable. Since they are smaller, they require substantially less materials to construct compared to conventional homes. This translates into lower costs and a lot less effort for construction. Tiny houses can also be moved very easily. They are a perfect living solution for many of the curveballs that life may throw you. Finally, living in a tiny house leads to a much simpler lifestyle, with a focus more on what’s truly important and less on belongings, so they are simply better for the environment.

Please describe the customers for these houses?

Most of our customers are what we call the “pre- and post-family” markets. Young singles and couples without children want to live mortgage-free, don’t need much space and prefer not to live with their parents. Post-family couples are empty nesters looking to downsize their lives. We also serve people who have hit financial troubles and need affordable housing.

Where are tiny houses located?

The most common location is in the backyard or side lot of a family or friend’s house. Some people are constructing them on rural land, and we’re starting to see tiny home communities cropping up, too.

Can I build my own?

Absolutely, that’s part of the fun! We sell a design and construction how-to guide, or can construct homes for customers.

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OCTOBER 4-6, 2013

ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER

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