What is the Advantage and Disadvantage of Tiny house Australia

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Tiny homes look so much fun on TV. However, there are a few things to consider before taking the plunge yourself because, truthfully, tiny homes are not for everyone.

Find out the pros and cons of tiny house living and consider these factors before moving in.

A tiny house means living more efficiently and, many say, effectively. Picture: Getty

Pro: Master your storage space and live more efficiently

Portable tiny houses are all about small spaces that maximise storage. Stairs pull out and become drawers, your dining table will fold up and down from the wall, and sofas cushions can lift up to store things in the base. Every cupboard or hollowed-out cavern will be put to use, forcing you to get organised.

If you aren&#;t into multi-purpose furniture, tiny house living is not for you. Everything has to do double duty.

But if you're up for the challenge, this is an excellent way to de-clutter and put those strategic planning muscles to good use!

Con: You will be downsizing - a lot!

We&#;re all happy to ride the Marie Kondo bandwagon until we actually have to throw out 90% of our existing furniture.

If you&#;re considering moving into a tiny house, be aware that most of your belongings will not fit. In fact, Aussie tiny homes can be no wider than 2.5m in order to be legally transported by a trailer on the road. So prepare yourself for an intense sense of cosiness.

Pro: Tiny homes cost less to build

Feeling unable to secure that million-dollar mortgage? I feel your pain! The upside to getting involved in the tiny house movement is how cheap they are.

Canstar reports the average tiny house costs less than $100,000, with some 'flat pack' or pre-built models costing much less. (Note: of course, this is depends on your level of extravagance when it comes to both style and function.)

You can even rent the land it&#;s parked on as opposed to buying it. Sounds like a dream life to me.

Con: Say goodbye to luxuries

Yes, tiny homes can be cheaper to build but you will be foregoing a lot of luxuries.

Imagine the life you could lead if you weren't tied down to an expensive lease or mortgage? Picture: Getty

Indoor space is the first luxury you will farewell - but most tiny home enthusiasts are prepared, nay eager, to make this change. However, you will also have to budget for extras like air conditioning, good heating (including proper insulation), even hot water, depending on your energy situation.

Pro: Spend less on your utilities

On the upside, you will also save on your utility bills.

Smaller homes typically cost less to run, no matter where you live. You just don't tend to use the same in lighting, heating, cooling, water and all the other amenities that come with a big home.

If you play your cards right, you can live off natural resources. Power your home from the sun and have a rain capture tank for water.

Con: Your home will be more basic - especially your plumbing

Toilets in tiny houses can be situated right under the shower head due to the small footprint of the bathroom.

Further to that point, some toilets will be the kind you&#;ll have to empty every six weeks as you would with other types of sewerage tanks that aren't connected to major plumbing systems.

Finally, think about whether you can handle a toilet that's close to every other area of your home. It&#;s extremely intimate.

Pro: Tiny homes are mobile, giving you more freedom

The upside to owning a tiny house is that generally you can hook it up to your vehicle and hit the open road. There&#;s nothing quite like the freedom of not being tied down to one location, so travelling types who love moving often will enjoy the portability.

What&#;s better than sitting on the roof of your tiny house knocking back a few drinks among nature?

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Pros and Cons of Going Tiny

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Tiny houses are the biggest rage in sustainable living around the world. And for good reason. Tiny houses are an adorable, practical, cost-efficient and sustainable way to live. Tiny home residents have numerous choices on how and where they want to live.

Pros of Tiny Living

Adorable Designs

Let&#;s face it. Tiny Houses are just cute. There are so many ways you can design a tiny house. Because you are dealing with less materials and fewer building costs tiny houses can be designed in a unique way that meets your needs.

Tiny houses maximize their size by having clever ways to use storage and place appliances. Your square footage will be less however, you will be using that space more wisely.

Practical

Tiny houses are practical and cost less to maintain than the average house. A tiny home will save you substantial dollars on utility bills. In fact, many tiny home residents have solar energy and composting toilets alleviating electric and sewer bills. The only bill you may have is propane to run a stove and heater.

A tiny house will allow you to live without a mortgage. A tiny home costs less to build so can be purchased in full or with a much shorter bank loan. You can also purchase design plans and build it yourself &#; purchasing the materials as you go. According to The Tiny Life, a tiny home can be built for as low as $23,000.

Sustainable

Do you want to lower your carbon footprint and have a positive impact on the environment? Tiny houses can be built with sustainable materials. They are a great fit for solar energy. With a tiny home, you can access off the beaten path locations and get closer to nature.

Sustainable living also means being smart consumers. By living in a tiny house and not having as much storage space you are forced to think carefully about your purchases. This means buying less and being sensitive to the over packaging of products. So you are saving money and doing well for the environment.

Tiny houses are very energy efficient. Having a smaller space to heat or cool is important. In addition, most tiny houses are built utilizing green building methods and are well insulated and have efficient windows and doors.

Versatile

A tiny house gives you so many options. You can park it in the back of family or friends property. You can purchase land and place your tiny house on your own property. Do you desire to travel? You can put your tiny house on a trailer and see the world.

A tiny home is unique because it can give you the comforts of home with the ability to travel. Campers are great &#; for camping &#; but they are not built with the intention of living in them. A tiny house gives you all the comforts of home &#; just in a smaller package.

Cons of Tiny Living

I will admit there are a few cons to living in a tiny house.

Space

The biggest con is &#; you guessed it &#; space. A tiny house does have much less floor space and less storage space than a traditional home. It takes time to adjust to living in a smaller space.

Less storage space does mean lots of hard decisions when you go from a traditional space to a tiny space. Choosing what to keep, what to store and what to get rid of can be difficult and heart wrenching. Keep in mind that purging can also lead to a feeling of freedom and less anxiety over &#;stuff&#;.

Having your possessions organized is very important because in a tiny house you have to use every bit of space efficiently. A little disorganization in a small space can easily feel like a tornado came through.

Getting professional design plans can help you build the most efficient tiny house.

Finding land

Finding land can be a problem for any home builder. A tiny house has both the advantage and disadvantage of needing a smaller space. In some urban areas cost of even small lots are incredibly high. Although more places such as Tiny House parks are popping up.

Limited Entertainment Options

Clearly, you will not have room for dinner parties or hosting out of town guests. You simply will not have the space or the capacity to cook a large meal. However, outside barbecues are a possibility.

Legal Gray Area

Tiny homes sometimes fall under a legal gray area. Many municipalities do not have zoning laws or policies when it comes to the tiny house. Some places may consider your home an RV if it is permanently mounted on a trailer.

Country requirements vary so it is important to do your homework and find out what laws cover the tiny house where you live. Some areas of the USA and Australia have laws on the minimum size of a house and what constitutes a house.

Towing

Tiny houses are great for travelers or seasonal movers. The con is the towing. You do need a large truck or SUV that can tow the weight of your home. When building your tiny home you must consider the weight of the house and the towing capacity of your vehicle.

Author, Ame Vanorio is a big fan of living tiny. She lives in a 860 sq ft &#;green&#; cabin that she and her son built themselves. Ame is a freelance writer who specializes in environmental issues and sustainability.

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