My focus on intentional urban living with tiny homes

[ammonboyd42]

I am fairly new to the tiny house community but the idea of intentional living has really changed how I look at my space. I have spent my life in busy cities and small apartments, so a small footprint feels natural to me, but I am now looking at a tiny home as a way to keep my private life truly private. My goal is to use my home only for the essentials like sleeping, cooking, and quiet relaxation with my wife rather than letting it become the default hangout spot for friends. By choosing a space that is just enough for us, it forces us to head back out into the city for coffee, social drinks, and larger gatherings which keeps us more connected to our local community. I love the concept of a home that provides peace and intimacy without trying to be a substitute for all the amenities our neighborhood already offers. Anyone else going this route?

 

[sad LeX]

You should look into high quality multi-functional furniture like a murphy bed to keep your living area open when you aren't sleeping.

 

[i'm nobody]

Do you find that living tiny makes you more or less likely to explore your city's public parks and third spaces?

 

[klock012]

I am fairly new to the tiny house community but the idea of intentional living has really changed how I look at my space. I have spent my life in busy cities and small apartments, so a small footprint feels natural to me, but I am now looking at a tiny home as a way to keep my private life truly private. My goal is to use my home only for the essentials like sleeping, cooking, and quiet relaxation with my wife rather than letting it become the default hangout spot for friends. By choosing a space that is just enough for us, it forces us to head back out into the city for coffee, social drinks, and larger gatherings which keeps us more connected to our local community. I love the concept of a home that provides peace and intimacy without trying to be a substitute for all the amenities our neighborhood already offers. Anyone else going this route?

Does your wife feel the same about keeeping the home completely private or would she like a small space set aside for guests?

 

[sharp 3y3$]

@ammonboyd42 If you prefer staying in a dense city but still having your own tiny place, try looking at your city’s ADU zoning rules.