Jason and Zach kick off the 7th Global Tiny House Conference 2024 with a quick introduction and relay of the agenda.
As founder and CEO of EcoVillages, a Freedom and Sustainability-Oriented community development company, Patrick is uniquely qualified to give insights into what living a lifestyle that doesn't rely on big government or big corporations is like. If you've ever thought to yourself, "I wish I could just live a quality life, away from the rat race, be more dependent on myself and my immediate neighbors, but not give up the luxuries of modern living!" then you will want to see Patrick's presentation.
After building over 100+ custom homes, Zach's seen how a bad set of plans can make building a whole lot more difficult.
In this session, he'll walk us through construction drawings, share with us why the details are so important, and gives us his top considerations when building a home.
Peter takes you through a tour of their tiny homes and opens up to a Q&A
Explore how 3D printing technology is transforming the tiny house industry by offering faster, more sustainable, and cost-effective construction methods. Highlight case studies, advancements in materials, and the potential for tiny home villages.
When it comes to choosing the right tiny house for you, you need to consider the pros & cons of homes on wheels versus on a foundation. It’s more nuanced than you might think. Alexis & Christian will guide you through key considerations to help you determine which option is best for you right now.
Tiny homes might be small, but the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. In this session, we'll explore how to determine what you truly need in your tiny home to reflect your lifestyle and personality, all while considering the type of build, your budget, and your future plans. With over 20 years of experience in interior design and helping people achieve their lifestyle goals, Jen will share practical exercises to help you gain clarity on your journey—without falling victim to decision fatigue.
Jill Kanto, dubbed the ChatGPT of the Tiny House Movement, DIYed her own tiny house in 2015 & has both presented and paneled at over 40 tiny house festivals since 2018. She loves nothing more than providing actionable information to Tiny Dreamers & Dwellers. She has a rich knowledge base stemming from her own tiny journey, her visits to various tiny house communities, and from collaborating with so many knowledgeable advocates within the tiny house movement.
She's the force behind ChooseTiny.com - a directory of tiny house parking spots & communities. (formerly called SearchTinyHouseVillages.com).
She built her tiny house as a working single mother for her and her 2 small children.
When it comes to going Tiny and saying "YES" to the Tiny Home lifestyle it really comes down to three pillars... The Land, the Funding and the Build. In this dynamic presentation, Lindsay Wood, The Tiny Home Lady will share the 3 pillars and talk about what stops people the most and what you need in your backpack of tools to prepare yourself for a successful Tiny Home Journey.
Are you dreaming of one day getting your tiny home built by a tiny home builder?
But, what kind of design processes should you expect? What should you look out for?How can you ensure that you’ll get the tiny home that’s right for you?
We work with 80+ tiny home builders worldwide helping them design, sell & build tiny homes with our tools. We have gained a unique overview of the tiny home industry, which we’ll now share with you!
In this talk, I will cover:
- The 3 levels of tiny home customization
- Common tiny home design processes
- How to spot a good builder to work with
- How to prepare for your first builder meeting
By the end of the talk, you’ll be more confident to talk to a builder, so you can get the right tiny home built for you!
Zack will address the challenges faced by older homeowners amidst the current housing crisis. He will explore the difficult realities of housing affordability, availability, and how the rising costs impact older generations. Zack will discuss potential solutions and how tiny homes might offer alternative living options for seniors, providing more sustainable and affordable housing choices for those affected by these economic pressures.
Jason and Zach kick off the second day of the Global Tiny House Conference 2024 with a big welcome and rundown of the agenda.
Drawing from his vast experience as a tiny house dweller and host of the Tiny House Lifestyle Podcast, Ethan Waldman distills the most impactful sustainability tips and techniques gleaned from over 300 interviews with tiny house experts, builders, and inhabitants. This talk will explore innovative approaches to minimizing environmental impact while maximizing quality of life in small spaces. Attendees will discover practical, actionable strategies for sustainable living that extend beyond just reducing square footage, covering topics such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable materials. Whether you're a tiny house enthusiast or simply looking to live more sustainably, this presentation offers a wealth of knowledge from the forefront of the tiny house movement.
Looking to design your own tiny house? As a professional designer, I've helped many clients design their own tiny house with their own unique personal style. More importantly, the designs are beautiful AND functional. In this session, I will discuss the important elements that maximize tiny spaces with a well-thought out design.
During my session, I will be offering a discount code for a Custom Tiny House Design. JOIN ME!
Jen will deep dive into the world of quality high end tiny homes and what really matters when you're going tiny!
Ben from Tiny Healthy Homes shares the best practices to use if you want to build a non-toxic, mold free, low EMF (electromagnetic frequency) tiny house and how you can still incorporate repurposed and salvaged materials with these methods.
Learn the basic elements of a healthy home and how they can improve your life.
Tiny House Pioneer, Jay Shafer will be drawing upon his 25-years in the business to explain how a tiny house can be built in less than a week for under $5,000. He will also be speaking about the significance of tiny houses in the near-future.
Nick, from California Tiny Houses, opens up with some professional insights and tips on building tiny homes. Then he opens up to a Q&A.
Michael will explain the different types of tiny houses and how insurers view them. He’ll also cover key insurance considerations for tiny house owners, discussing necessary coverages and potential pitfalls to avoid when shopping for policies. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of what to look for when insuring their tiny homes and how to ensure they are adequately protected, whether they are owners, builders, or tiny house dwellers.
Aspects include the Trailer Chassis, Framing, Plumbing, Mechanical, Insulation & Finals. Let's build a better THOW together, that will last for years to come using methods that have been proven effective over the past 8 years of NOAH's REMOTE INSPECTION observations.