There is more to a tiny house than being more affordable than an average-sized house. These houses are smaller and thus more energy efficient. However, the smaller size also comes with challenges, especially storage and comfort. There are several steps you can take to make your home better.

Initial Steps

Before you choose a new tiny home and decide to move into it, it is recommended to follow these tips:

  • Move in the oversized items before the walls are framed
  • Choose between stairs and ladders
  • Use tables that save space in your home
  • Consider the roof shape when choosing your tiny home. The style should depend on our personal preferences.
  • Consider the roof materials based on longevity and budget
  • Consider the door placement of your tiny house before buying one

Storage Ideas for Tiny Homes

The sizes of tiny houses vary depending on your budget and needs. You will have to take some steps to create more storage space in your home. These houses are 400 square feet or less in area, so you will want to make the most of the available space.

Make the Most of Hidden Storage Space

Many times, tiny homes have hidden storage spaces in different places. All you have to do is to find them and turn them into usable areas. If the loft is accessible through a staircase, you can use the site under the stairs.

  • You can display books, baskets, or other items in this place
  • You may also install cabinets and drawers to store pantry items or hang clothes

You can also store shoes, clothes, and blankets on the loft floor.

Create Hideaway Furniture

Creating features that can be moved to make room for other items is recommended.

  • If you want to save space in your bedroom while still enjoying the comfort of a full-sized mattress, consider a murphy bed for your tiny home. It should fold easily into the wall to provide more living space.
  • Consider an elevator bed that can be raised with a pulley when not in use.
  • A folding tabletop provides more surface space for reading, games, and work and can fold flush with the wall when not in use.

Create a Smart Kitchen

You can never have enough space in a kitchen, even in a standard-sized home. So it is imperative to be creative with your tiny house kitchen. Use a toaster oven instead of a microwave. Use a handheld can opener in place of a countertop appliance. Consider using a hot plate instead of a stovetop if you have a small counter space.

A pegboard can help save space in storing spatulas and measuring spoons. Mugs and pots can be secured on hooks, and it is recommended to use items with multiple applications.

Creating a Comfortable Tiny Home

When you have a tiny home, it may seem to limit your design options. Since you have limited space, it will be easier and faster to work on. The following design tips should help you make it more comfortable.

Make the Most of the Walls

Your tiny home will not have enough floor space, so it makes sense to explore vertical storage space.

  • Install pegboards and or wall shelves
  • Use a reconditioned or new unit instead of standalone AC units

When you use the walls, it will help save floor space and make your home more enjoyable.

Create More Open Spaces

A home must have different dining and living areas, bedrooms, and a kitchen. Adding walls to create other places is not feasible in tiny houses, and creating small partitions will only make your home look smaller.

It will be best to create open spaces in your tiny home. Create more areas by using the following:

  • Semi-open barriers
  • Decorative folding partitions
  • Sliding walls

These can help divide the space without affecting comfort.

Use Fold-Down Furniture

The wrong choice of furniture for your tiny house can make the interiors look cramped and make it challenging to move around. It is recommended to choose furniture pieces that are foldable or collapsible. For example, a fold-down kitchen table can be folded and tucked away when not in use. Thus, you will be able to have more floor space when the table is not in use.

Other types of foldable furniture include:

  • Center tables
  • Beds
  • Chairs
  • Shelves

You can take many more steps to make your tiny house more comfortable. Using light-colored paints can also help create a sense of more space.

If you are interested in tiny mountain homes and need more information about them, it is recommended to contact Tiny Homes of Lake Norman at 704-489-6033.

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