Small House Society – News 201204 | 30 April 2012 | Monday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, there’s some repetition of announcements from last month for those who’ve just joined the list.… Continue reading Small House Society News 201204
Category: Housing
Media Request: CBC News, Canadian Broadcasting, Seeks Small Housers
Organization: CBC News, Canadian Broadcasting Type of media: Television, radio & web content Address: Toronto, Canada Contact: Lysanne Louter Phone number: 416-205-2799 Email: lysanne.louter@cbc.ca Request: I’m a producer with CBC’s The National working on a series of stories about alternative housing for seniors (outside of traditional nursing homes and long-term care facilities). I’m curious if you know of any interesting/alternatives places… Continue reading Media Request: CBC News, Canadian Broadcasting, Seeks Small Housers
Iowa City to Receive Habitable Mixed Media Art Installation from Moen Group
Housing | Art Summary. Iowa City is scheduled to receive another habitable art installation from the Moen Group. Constructed of mostly recyclable materials similar to those used in an Apple computer, such as metal and glass, the structure will reflect the sky and other natural surroundings. It will also reflect sunlight — creating a net gain of ambient… Continue reading Iowa City to Receive Habitable Mixed Media Art Installation from Moen Group
Small House Society News 201203
Small House Society – News 201203 | 31 March 2012 | Saturday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, there’s some repetition of announcements from last month for those who’ve just joined the list.… Continue reading Small House Society News 201203
Media Request: Harvard Magazine Seeks Alumni Living Small
Organization: Harvard Magazine Type of media: Print magazine and website Address: 7 Ware street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Contact: Nell Porter Brown Phone number: 617-496-6698 Email: nell_porter_brown@harvard.edu Request: I am writing an article about people who live in smaller (2,000 sq or less) or tiny houses (1,000 or less) in New England, with less stuff. The trick is that because this… Continue reading Media Request: Harvard Magazine Seeks Alumni Living Small
The Pros and Cons of Tiny Homes
16 March 2012 by Sonya Kanelstrand “Every second source of information on the Internet is discussing living in tiny homes these days. A typical tiny home seldom exceeds 500 square feet (46 m2) and often has wheels underneath. The idea behind small homes is not just to reduce size but to utilize practical design that… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Tiny Homes
Small House Society News 201202
Small House Society – News 201202 | 29 February 2012 | Wednesday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time is about 5 minutes. Further down, there’s some repetition of announcements from last month for those who’ve just joined the list.… Continue reading Small House Society News 201202
Temporary Housing as Defined by Housing Codes
Housing > Small House Society > Resources > Glossary Summary. This page describes how Temporary Housing is defined according to typical housing codes. The tiny home on wheels pictured here, from Tumbleweed Tiny House Company, is an example of an dwelling that is considered temporary housing. Despite this legal definition, people are able to live in these small houses year-round… Continue reading Temporary Housing as Defined by Housing Codes
Accessory Dwelling Unit ADU and Accessory Building Use Structures as Defined by Housing Code
Housing > Small House Society > Resources > Glossary Summary. This page describes how Accessory Dwelling Units are defined according to typical housing codes. The backyard studio pictured here, from DecoratedShed.com, is an example of an Accessory Dwelling Unit. The text below is taken from the City Code of Iowa City, Title 17 (Building and Housing), Chapter… Continue reading Accessory Dwelling Unit ADU and Accessory Building Use Structures as Defined by Housing Code
Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning
Housing > Small House Society Summary. The video below presents some insights into the challenge of finding a suitable location for a tiny home on wheels intended to be lived in year-round. As explained in the video, in most cities, small homes on wheels are considered to be the equivalent of an RV or camper.… Continue reading Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning
Iowa City Business Development and Construction Discussion Panel with Yale Cohn (Video)
Iowa City Summary. Below is a video panel discussion about development in Iowa City. The panel discussion is led by Yale Cohn. (Photo: The Lodge, by Greg Johnson) From the broadcast description, “Greg Delzer, owner of Defunct Books, JoAnn Larpenter Sinclair from GSpot Hair Design, and developer and historic preservationist Mark Mccallum talking about Iowa… Continue reading Iowa City Business Development and Construction Discussion Panel with Yale Cohn (Video)
Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders by David and Jeanie Stiles
Summary. David and Jeanie Stiles have been pioneers of simple, small, and sustainable living. By offering over 20 high-quality do-it-yourself guides to design and construction for building small cabins and retreats, David and Jeanie have empowered others to turn their own dwelling dreams into reality. Shown here is their book, Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders.… Continue reading Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders by David and Jeanie Stiles