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The Honey House; Step by Step (2016)
“A ‘how to’ movie showing how we designed and built a complete cob house in Southern California. With 3 girls, plenty of helpers, only $1500 and a whole lot of mud love!
A $1,200 14′ Tiny House Made of Pallet Wood!
Compare this ultra low cost tiny house with yesterday’s custom tiny house design.
How Much Did Our Tiny House Cost???
Cost of construction is one of the most common questions on our blog, and a big concern for do-it-yourselfers who want to build their own sustainable home. This video breaks down the cost of a DIY project on a custom 24 foot off-grid tiny house.
The Most Important Factor in Deciding Where to Live?
I thought I’d write a short piece on choosing the best place to live. There are lots of variables to consider such as building codes, climate, job opportunities, cost of living, availability of water, power and Internet, suitable soil and water for gardening, safety and many other issues. So what do I think is the most important factor in deciding where to live?