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Why Tiny Houses Are the New Mega-Mansions

By Emily Rochotte of House Beautiful | Slide 1 of 16: If you're a minimalist (or want to of become one) who dreams of owning your own space, you may want to check out the tiny houses at Lowe's. Not only are they significantly more affordable than owning a traditional home (read: taxes, mortgages, and more unforeseen costs), but they are more practical in pretty much every way. What's more, you can actually build your future dream house yourself because Lowe's will not only delivery it right to your front door, but the retailer will also send everything you'll need to get your project going. The best part? You can build it in a matter of hours. Owning a tiny house isn't just for the minimalists though, so maximalists, listen up! Tiny houses are a great way to create a space all your own that can serve as an office, she shed, or guest cottage in the backyard. At the very least, your DIY tiny house at Lowe's can be a little getaway for those times when you just need a minute to yourself. Luckily, we've taken the liberty of sifting through the myriad options and picked out our favorites. We even detail the architectural elements, building logistics, and more, so if you're considering doing away with your apartment or downsizing your home, peep our list below.Ready to live the tiny house life? Keep reading to discover some of the best options on the market before they're gone for good.

If you're a minimalist (or want to of become one) who dreams of owning your own space, you may want to check out the tiny houses at Lowe's. Not only are they significantly more affordable than owning a traditional home (read: taxes, mortgages, and more unforeseen costs), but they are more practical in pretty much every way. What's more, you can actually build your future dream house yourself because Lowe's will not only delivery it right to your front door, but the retailer will also send everything you'll need to get your project going. The best part? You can build it in a matter of hours.

Owning a tiny house isn't just for the minimalists though, so maximalists, listen up! Tiny houses are a great way to create a space all your own that can serve as an office, she shed, or guest cottage in the backyard. At the very least, your DIY tiny house at Lowe's can be a little getaway for those times when you just need a minute to yourself. Luckily, we've taken the liberty of sifting through the myriad options and picked out our favorites. We even detail the architectural elements, building logistics, and more, so if you're considering doing away with your apartment or downsizing your home, peep our list below.

Ready to live the tiny house life? Keep reading to discover some of the best options on the market before they're gone for good.

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