About this item
Don't' start your build without reading this book!Considering building a tiny house on wheels (THoW) ? If so, this is the book for you! Clearly covering all aspects of the building process - starting with the most important part, planning. With information on everything from what a THoW or moveable tiny home is legally, to trailer design, what to use for materials, and even where you can park it. It's all about the creative process with the underlying theme of being present BE HERE NOW and enjoying the journey, for that is really all there is.15 chapters of vital information, on how much it will cost. to how long it will take to build. Packed with drawings, diagrams and practical information from 25 years of experience in the building trades.Bonus material including: spreadsheets and take-offs for budgeting and worksheets that you can download and use for your build.
About the Author
Patrick Sughrue built his first tiny house in 1973 on the back of a 1949 Dodge flatbed truck. He has been involved in building green, high-performance homes for over 30 years with special interest in passive solar design, energy-efficiency and innovative products. He and his wife Jill hand built their own home north of Vancouver, WA with structural insulated panels (SIPs) over 20 years ago. He has been using SIPs in his designs ever since, and now brings this experience to Tiny Houses on Wheels, Accessory Dwelling Units, (ADUs) and small ground-bound cabins, cottages, studios and workshops. Although he has been involved in the construction of many larger homes and commercial projects, his passion is for well designed small homes. Three of his best projects over his career have been around 1200 sf.He brings a down home practical approach to the sometimes overwhelming task of building your own home. Whether you pick up a hammer and do the work yourself, or act as the general contractor, you will find loads of wisdom in his writing
