Allen is a self-described “farm boy” raised in a small home in rural Nebraska. Like so many Americans who experience divorce, he listed his home for sale. Unfortunately, it was 2008, and the real estate bubble just burst. Owing more than the house was worth, Allen was forced into a short-sale and realized that everyone else was profiting from his misfortune.
Soon after, he struck a deal with his employer – he could build a tiny house in an unused corner of the factory. With each paycheck, Allen purchased materials (some new and some recycled) and went to work. Months turned into years and by 2013, he built himself a tiny house modeled after the Tumbleweed Elm.
His portable tiny home that traveled the country with him from job to job. At a cost of just $13,000, the house was rough but serviceable. As so many DIYers know from experience, it was never completely finished on the inside. Eventually, Allen decided to upgrade and “outsourced” his 2nd tiny home.
Allen’s DIY Tiny House
He was inspired by the Tumbleweed Elm
I upgraded just a little bit. I actually purchased this one through Tumbleweed Tiny Homes because I do like their designs.
Allen shares his story in this amazing video by Tiny House Expedition. Step inside this Elm 30 Alta and discover cool tiny house hacks everyone should consider.
Pots and pans decorate the kitchen from above.
He cut a slice into his countertop for knife storage.
Homemade ventilation system for the mattress.
The home office doubles as a guest room.
Photos courtesy of Tiny House Expedition.
I am interested in a portable addition that is a bedroom , and small kitchen. Do you do layouts like that, it would adjacent to a A Frame in a wooded area of Northern Michigan.. By
How much would a two level tiny home cost???
I would like to know how I can go about buying a Tiny home on payment plan, please. Thank you and God bless.
Crasandra Bihari
There are plenty of lenders who will provide loans for tiny houses. You can start the process here.
Does it have to be built on axles, or can it be built, then placed on a foundation or slab?
The tiny houses we build are Recreational Vehicles, and are not intended to be put on a foundation.
I am on Disability. I have lnowledge of the skill of needing to design and build just unable. Are there any agents that could finance a repo or work on a small hous? Its just my dog and I. And what type of vehicle is recommended to pull it? So far i have a spark. Small car. Plan to trade up to truck. I have 2 land owners that will let me rent a spot from them yet I do want it to be mobile. Please help me fine resources to help me stay away from homelessness
There aren’t a lot of Repo tiny houses around. But if you look on different craigslists you might find someone who started a house but isn’t going to finish it.
Are tiny houses in all states? I just found out about tiny houses I saw on YouTube. They are all beautiful it’s me 1 bedroom would love to get one.i have hud do you take hud ?do you build your house how does that work? I see everyone like in out in the boonies. Please explain to me how I go about this? Please
I have a park model travel trailer and would like to convert it into a tiny home. It needs a lot of work I would like to see what I can do with it. I could send pictures later if needed.