Nowadays, more and more people are becoming interested in building their own tiny houses. Why? Because it’s simple, looks great, and has everything you need under a small lot. Also, it’s less expensive compared to traditional houses since it only occupies a small land, uses fewer construction materials, and require a minimal amount of labor. […]
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Small Off-Grid House Elle under the Construction- an Incredible Report from Self-Help Builder Ember
Where are you building your cabin? I’m building my house in beautiful Northern New Mexico just one mile from the Rio Grand gorge. Have you been choosing between more Pin-Up Houses designs?- Did you start building on your own or do you use the services of professional craftsmen? I was looking at all sorts of pinup […]
How to Create a Comfy Sleeping Area in a Tiny Space
Whether you’ve just moved into an apartment with an inordinately small bedroom, or you are trying to add an extra bedroom in your home, if the space available is tiny, it will take a bit of planning and creativity. The one constant is that you need to work with the space you have available. After […]
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DIY House Foundation
There are a large number of types of foundations. Just take a stroll around the immediate area and you are sure to come across many different interesting solutions. In this article, I have summarized the basic types of foundations for residential buildings. Different types of foundations are suitable for different types of soils. The basic […]
8 Styling Secrets To Make Your Small Home Look Amazing
If you have a home that is on the smaller side, you may feel there is a limit to what you can do in terms of stylish décor. Nothing could be further from the truth and here are some styling secrets to make your small home look absolutely stunning. 1. Use Colors In Moderation The […]
Building a Small Elevated Cabin in New York State Part 1
Because it can get very cold in Rensselaer County, NY, and because of other scheduling conflicts, I had to put the project on hold for Nov – Feb, and am restarting now. The tiny house is framed and the external ply is in place for all sides except for the front, and also on the […]
5 Ways to Renovate Your Kitchen
Is your kitchen looking tired out? Whether you’ve had the same kitchen for years or you’ve just moved into your new place, your kitchen may be in need of a refresh. The question, though, is where to start? The kitchen is, without a doubt, the heart of the home. It’s where the best conversations are […]
Off-Grid Hut in the Middle of Nature – an Interview with Self-Builder Chris
– Where are you building your cabin?The cabin is in the western part of Virginia. It is a rural area on a hillside overlooking a valley. There are farms nearby and a significant population of Amish folks. The area feels very old-timey, but the cabin is on a large enough piece of land that you […]
A Little Piece of Heaven: Making Your Vacation Rental As Comfy As Home
The pandemic is by no means over, but its unbreakable grip on how we live our lives is slowly but surely beginning to loosen. With the widespread proliferation of vaccines and COVID tests, we are finally free to travel and go on vacation again! It’s a break that many of us needed, as being stuck […]
DIY Your Way To Build Your Dream Home
Owning a home is a proud moment. Saving finances and finally being able to get the keys to your place is magical! But imagine having a home that you design yourself? Every inch of the house reflects your touches, your preference, and is how you wanted it to look? That sounds like a blissful dream. […]
Staircase Designs for Custom Homes
Staircases are central design elements for the interior of any home and take up a considerable amount of your available space. They are often one of the most prominent features of the house and build an essential bridge between the levels of your home. If you’re building a custom home with the assistance of a […]
7 Tips for Keeping Your Home Warm during the winters
It is best to go for little to no cost ways of making your home warm. Make sure to make use of sunlight and let the natural light warm up your place. Cooking is another activity that can ensure warmth in your home. When you bake a dish in your, keep it open afterward to […]
What goes into the overall costs of a window replacement?
Today’s Windows are Much More than just some Glass Obviously, if we are factoring in cost we need to consider the medium this is all about – your windows! Every little feature and additional thing on your windows cost money – some features are going to be WAY more worth it than others. If your […]
Absolutely Breathtaking Pin-Up Tea House
In today’s article, we will introduce you to the build of a tea pavilion, whose construction plans are available on our website. This project is viral among self-help builders worldwide, and its various variations certainly stand in many parts of the world. Recently, however, we received photos of the finished tea pavilion, which took our […]
Things To Bear in Mind When Building a Tiny Home
Tiny homes are very popular today. No wonder: they’re cheap, easy to build, almost effortless to maintain, and they look adorable. If you’ve had enough of big house responsibilities, consider building your own tiny house – just be prepared for several challenges. Even though they’re not very large, these places still should be thought out […]
