Tiny Houses Make a Big Impact

Tiny houses have been getting more an more attention these days. People are talking about them on social media, watching TV shows and documentaries, and even attending festivals all revolving around these tiny houses. 



So, why are people so 
obsessed?

First off, these houses offer their owners financial freedom. These houses are much cheaper than a typical house, with an average cost of $20,000. Of course, these houses can cost more depending on how many square feet they are and how luxurious the interior is, but you're bound to spend less on a tiny home than your average size home. This could be the perfect home for someone juggling student loans, debt, or just doesn't want to be weighed down by a mortgage.

Owning a tiny house also offers its owner a simpler lifestyle. Because of the small living space and minimal storage, living in a tiny home causes its owner to get rid of the things that don't fit in their home. Studies show that a uncluttered home can lead to a uncluttered mind, and actually raise the level of happiness in people.

And for the environmentally friendly people out there, tiny homes allow their owners to limit one's environmental footprint. The amount of water and energy used to power a tiny home is exponentially smaller than that of a normal sized home.

How can you follow the movement?

Follow one of many tiny house Instagram accounts: 

Luckily for us, even if you aren't ready to leave the big world and move in to your very own tiny home, you can follow the tiny house movement on social media through Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. There are many accounts to choose from, each with their own unique spin on the movement. 



Watch the TV shows and documentaries:

Nothing makes us feel more connected to a topic than binge watching a TV show about it. There are plenty of TV shows that revolve around the tiny house fetish. If you love HGTV, you can watch "Tiny House Hunters", where you can follow people searching to buy a tiny home. "Tiny House Nation" is also a great choice. If you are looking for a more intensive look at what it takes to build a tiny home, try watching "Tiny" on Netflix.

Go To the Festivals:

If you want a move hands on, in person experience with a tiny home, attend one of the festivals near you. Just recently, there was a tiny house festival in Decatur, Georgia where you could tour up to 12 tiny homes. This is a great chance to see inside a real tiny home and see exactly how much space is inside. 



Tiny homes are on the rise. There's plenty of ways to get in on the movement. Most of us will fulfill out tiny house fetish with watching the TV shows, and maybe touring one in real life, but there are a few brave people who will go out and get their own tiny home!