Monthly Archives: July 2010

Tiny Transformer Apartment in Hong Kong

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Architect Gary Chang created this tiny apartment in Hong Kong that literally transforms into many different usable spaces. The total square footage is only 344 square feet but he’s increased the usable space by adding tall moving wall cabinets that … Continue reading →

Posted in Interior Design, Video | Tagged apartment, Gary Chang, Hong Kong, transformer | 3 Comments

Tiny Houses – Icons of Freedom

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Michael Janzen

While the 4th of July technically marks the anniversary that America declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain, I like to reflect on our country’s founding principles instead. In other words, remind myself that anything that inhibits our ability … Continue reading →

Posted in Sustainable Living | Tagged 2010, 4th of july, debt-free, freedom, Independence Day | 2 Comments

Introduction to Container Homes & Buildings

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Heather Levin over at The Greenest Dollar shared a copy of a new ebook with me that she and Alex Klein recently finished called, Introduction to Container Homes & Buildings. It’s not a complete how-to book (that’s their next book) … Continue reading →

Posted in Construction Method | Tagged Alex Klein, Heather Levin, ISBU, shipping container | 2 Comments

Sustainable Architecture – The Benefits of Prefab

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Michael Janzen

The other night I confessed my personal aesthetic preference for earthen structures over modern prefab, while also admitting that those shiny metal boxes always catch my eye. Homes made from manufactured parts will never be as sustainable, low-impact, or low cost … Continue reading →

Posted in Construction Method | Tagged diy prefab, Malcolm, prefab, sustainable architecture, tiny prefab | 1 Comment

Cottage Court Proposal

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Ron Czecholinski from DIY Home Building is in the process of putting together a tiny house community, and is currently doing his due diligence in choosing a piece of land. The property he’s seriously looking at is six undeveloped lots … Continue reading →

Posted in Community Design | Tagged Asheville, DIY Home Building, North Carolina, Ron Czecholinski, Tiny House Community | 5 Comments