blubox

a tiny house blog.

2019

Almost Done

After working on-and-off for one and a half years, it’s almost done!

2018

Plumbing + Hot Water Heater

This tiny house’s plumbing supplies a kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and shower heated by a tankless propane heater. A composting toilet makes all drainage possible through a greywater system so no sewage hookup is required.

2018

Electrical

This tiny house’s power needs are low enough that it can be powered by an extension cord, but can also handle a 240V direct connection to a main panel for more power if needed in the future.

2018

Standing Seam Metal Roof

The roof goes on top.

2018

Cedar Siding

I clad the exterior of the tiny house with red cedar, stained blue, and installed over a rainscreen gap to maximize its lifespan.

2018

Windows + Door

Choosing what windows to buy is much more difficult than actually installing them.

2017

SIP Barn Raising

The SIP framing is done. I thought (like a dummy) it would take less than a day, but it took over two weeks.

2017

SIP Framing

I’ll be using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) rather than traditional 2x4 framing.

2017

Intro

I’m building a tiny house on an 18-foot trailer at my parents’ place in Baltimore.