Touring Brett’s Modern Tiny House
This is a modern tiny house.
It measures 10 by 16 feet.
It’s an open concept bachelor studio.
Brett built it from draft to finish.
He works full-time in construction.
He also serves as a rural firefighter.
Two years ago, he built his first tiny house.
He sold it to pay for school.
Now he wanted to build two more houses.
He considered building an A-frame cabin.
But couldn’t fit everything he wanted in that shape.
So he created this unique design.
The exterior features sharp lines and a modern aesthetic.
He used steel siding and roofing materials.
The front and back are treated pine.
The floor is made of 2×10 pressure-treated material.
It has a 3/4 inch decking on top.
And a vinyl floor on top of that.
The house sits on 4×4 deck blocks.
It can also sit on a regular foundation.
Or be propped up like a mobile home.
It has a small footprint, fitting in various yards.
Brett chose not to build on a trailer.
This was to save costs for both himself and buyers.
He believes tiny houses aren’t moved often enough.
When moving, they can be placed on a float trailer.
Brett is happy with how it turned out.
It took a lot of work and long nights.
Entering the home, there’s a spot for shoes.
There are hooks for hats and coats.
He left space for creativity.
It’s an open concept with no walls dividing spaces.
This makes it tricky to fit all necessities.
The vision was a weekend getaway or bachelor suite.
It’s also suitable for student rentals.
Brett likes the raw wood look.
But painting is easier after construction.
There’s a glass door at the front.
And a window at the back for natural light.
This makes the space feel larger and brighter.
The sink is located here.
Underneath is the tankless hot water system.
There’s storage space for garbage and more.
It features a two-burner gas cooktop.
And room for a bar fridge underneath.
Above, there’s an exhaust hood fan.
This is important for small spaces.
He also has an air fryer for cooking.
Storage for cups and plates is available above.
Another cupboard provides extra storage.
Having ample storage is essential in tiny houses.
He added a cubby for charging devices.
It’s conveniently located near the bed.
Across from the kitchen is a large shower.
Beside it is the toilet area.
This area controls the shower light and fan.
There’s an LED backlight in the shower niche.
Brett prefers a larger shower size.
He loves using glass for a modern feel.
Frosted glass options are available for privacy.
A standard toilet is installed.
He designed the space to accommodate an incinerating toilet.
This includes electrical and gas hookups.
Consideration for space was key in the design.
He utilized glass and panels to divide rooms.
The living area can also serve as a bedroom.
It features a collapsible chair and stool.
When ready, the Murphy bed folds down.
The bed has a simple fold-down mechanism.
It’s a double bed with storage behind it.
This design maximizes living space.
There are pros and cons to the compact design.
A pro is that everything is on one level.
A con is the tight space.
Adjustments are necessary.
The built-in wall shelf is convenient.
There’s a spot to plug in devices.
The vanity area is designed for convenience.
A custom concrete sink is installed.
This separates the toilet and vanity area.
It allows two people to use the space simultaneously.
The setup is on-grid with hardwired connections.
It can run off a garden hose.
Propane runs the hot water tank.
It also powers the gas cooktop.
The electrical system powers heating and cooling.
It uses a ductless air handler for climate control.
This keeps the space warm in winter and cool in summer.
Insulation is rock wool mineral-based.
The walls have R22 insulation.
The floor has two layers of insulation.
It took about a year to build one and a half units.
Brett is selling this unit for 67,000 Canadian.
That’s approximately 48,000 American.
Building a tiny house presents challenges.
Planning is crucial for drilling and installations.
It’s rewarding once completed.
For more on Brett’s tiny houses, visit the link provided.
