Fantastic “Less Is More” Movement Trends Up
So can one person make a big improvement to the environment? With all the big interests, a lot of us are overwhelmed. But there is a simple way to reduce our carbon footprint. The Tiny House Movement is an amazing opportunity for each of us to make a big difference on our world.
Historic Tiny House. Credit: http://smallhouseswoon.com/
There are beautiful home that have just taken the wasted space out of existing homes. What is left is a stunning space for living. The little living quarters range in size from 100 to 400 square feet. In 1973 the average size of a new house was 1525 square feet. Now the average size is 2598 square feet – with one less person per household.
Aluminum Cabin. Credit: http://smallhouseswoon.com/
Tiny Log Cabin. Credit: http://smallhouseswoon.com/
Alex, editor of TinyHouseTalk.com says:
People from all sorts of backgrounds are editing their lives to make it easier for themselves to live simpler, happier lives.
The best part is that there are so many benefits you can experience when simplifying. Like more money, less waste, a healthier environment, better relationships, and an overall happier and more meaningful life.
Cabin Interior. Credit: remote-cabin-joan-heaton-architects-4.jpg
The reasons for going small are many. The obvious ones are as the mother-in-law quarters, guest rooms, unique vacation escapes and home offices. But as more young people are returning home in this economy, the popularity of tiny homes is falling off of the chart. The economy has also created another large market – retirees. A surprising 40 percent of little home owners are over 50 years old.
Cabin Interior. Credit: http://smallhouseswoon.com/
The average cost of a tiny home is $23,000, and 68 percent of the owners have no mortgage at all.
Here are some of the environmental advantages:
- Less space to heat and heat
- Smaller and fewer appliances
- Fewer lumber and other building materials
- Reduced emissions
- Use of recycled materials
Tiny Townhouse Interior. Credit: http://smallhouseswoon.com/
Other advantages are:
- Reduced footprint
- Debt reduction
- Self sufficiency
- Less maintenance
- Reduced utilities
- Mobility
- Lower taxes
People from all sorts of backgrounds are editing their lives to make it easier for themselves to live simpler, happier lives.
The best part is that there are so many benefits you can experience when simplifying. Like more money, less waste, a healthier environment, better relationships, and an overall happier and more meaningful life.
