Woman Living in a Cozy 22' Long Tiny House for 5 Years

Woman Living in a Cozy 22' Long Tiny House for 5 Years - Full Tour

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video we’re meeting Rebecca who’s been living in her tiny house since 2014. She designed the Keva Tiny House to be 22′ x 8.5′ wide, and 15’ tall which is taller than most tiny homes. It has an open concept living space, a clever hideaway ladder, a covered deck, an outhouse for a toilet, and beautiful woodwork from top to bottom, and the whole build cost about $55,000 CAD ($30K materials, $25K labour).
You can find out more about Keva Tiny House, and follow Rebecca on Instagram at the links below:
kevatinyhouse.com/
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The plans are available for sale here if you want to check them out: kevatinyhouse.com/building-pl...
Keva Tiny House was designed by Rebecca and it was built by Rudy Hexler and an apprentice named Lenny.
The house is heated with a woodstove, it has a small bathtub and shower, a massive clothes storage area in the bathroom, and there's also a micro shed next door with additional storage space, and a guest bed. For a toilet, Rebecca uses an outhouse outside.
She was lucky to meet with people who were open to having her park on their land, and she pays a fee for rent and/or does a work exchange with them.
Thank you so much for watching!
Mat & Danielle
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@ExploringAlternatives 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! 2 quick notes: Rebecca's toilet is an outhouse, and the plans are available for sale here: kevatinyhouse.com/building-plans/

@SacGeoTV 4 жыл бұрын

Exploring Alternatives is still training millennials to expect less from their debt-enslaved futures... teach them farming instead, you closet UN Marxists ☝🏼

@amandawilcox9638 4 жыл бұрын

@@SacGeoTV And what will you teach the Millenials/Gen Z folk, Robert-Francis? Sneering? Snarkiness? Sniping? Looking down your nose? Poor you.

@Kim-lc3fv 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I was just about to write to ask where the toilet is in the house.

@yorukkizigeziyor 4 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful 😍👍

@sandrasharp2934 4 жыл бұрын

Washing clothes? Frig?

@rutyael18 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely tiny house. Love the little guest house. Land is the key thing with living tiny. She has a good set up. Thank you.

@Trina30064 4 жыл бұрын

She did say that she pays rent on the land with a work trade setup so the land wasn’t free. Really very nice, open and peaceful space.

@annydobon8106 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I wish I have land. Or at least my parents have land.

@ParadoxKismet 4 жыл бұрын

This home is gorgeous. The wood is so lovely and this home is filled with light. I love the porch and very practical to have the separate storage space and guest bedroom.

@karadizon4299 4 жыл бұрын

Always wanted to love tiny living so hopefully once both my kids are done with college then my hubby and I could live like this. I love her house design. It’s so homey and love all the natural lights

@alicesullivan1790 4 жыл бұрын

Mat & Danielle, thank you for another high quality tour of this refreshingly open tiny home. I especially love all the rounded corners. At 76 years old, my skin has thinned and I'm prone to skin tears and bruises, so I know the hazards of squared corners. I purchased a school library table from a local shop; but told the shop owner that I'd buy it, if he'd round off the corners. He took the table outside his shop, cranked up his chain saw, rounded the corners, gave them a quick sanding, and it is now my favorite piece of furniture. You have to know that I love your channel, not only for the quality of your videos, but also because you guys live by your values regarding honesty and ethical product use and info. But, then there is y'all's super duper personalities. Keep up the good work. PS: I'm working my way to minimalism, and hope to live in a tiny home, designed to make accommodations for my crooked, chronically painful back, within the next two to three years.

@outdoorsnaturengod9276 3 жыл бұрын

I love they (her also) simplicity this is a truly minimalist tiny house Many ppl here comment about the toilet, water...they mentioned they have a toilet outside the house.. Also water come from a rainwater tank system (lot cabins,tiny homes in the country may have in property) .... These young awesome couples are outdoorsy, country persons..I know they can handle all that... I use to live in the backcountry..I really miss the country...people from the country and people from city are not the same ....

@siriuslee9615 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent use of space really love the sunroof above the porch . Very nice . Good for you . I live on a 30 ft. X 9ft boat downsized year's ago from 1600 sq. ft home on an acre and a 1/4 of land . Never been happier in my little home . We really don't need a lot do we? Oh yeah I put a sunroof on my rig . 👍🏼

@olivetree8163 3 жыл бұрын

To this day, one of my favorite tiny homes I have ever seen! 😍 It has stood the test of time thus far, and I know it will continue to do so for years to come!

@amandawilcox9638 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mat and Danielle. Thanks so much for showing us Rebecca (and her invisible partner) in a home they've lived in for years instead of months. To hear so much excitement in her voice after 5 years living in Keva is really heartening. She talks about shortcomings and limitations-and they don't soon to bother her much at all. Like the design and size; love the windows, trim design and French doors. And the live edges and beauty of the wood. And the porch. 😄 For me, the tub is too small and what seems to be no fridge are issues. Oh, well; it works for them. Joyously, it appears. Congrats and best wishes to you all! Thanks again for posting this lovely video. 🏠 🏡

@Takeasec 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite houses so far, there’s something about the design that’s so simple and I love the extra space.

@Prosharific 4 жыл бұрын

Watching endless tiny home videos over the past few years and this is one of my absolute favourite! The practicality of this set up and style is perfect for my dream lifestyle. I admire your hard work in accomplishing this goal. I’m always asking myself how I can get here. Love it! Thanks for sharing!

@spiralpython1989 4 жыл бұрын

So nice to see someone who has been living in her tiny home for an extended period. Such a cool home!

@blackcatrichie 3 жыл бұрын

One of the most beautiful works of tiny art I've seen. You've share a deep part of you... it's a reflection of your beautiful soul. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us viewers. Peace.

@lavondacarter7228 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful young lady, she's smart to have worked and saved her money ,to be able to build such a beautiful tiny home, she right about collecting crap she don't need !

@milapiedra 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful woodwork. Very warm and welcoming tiny house. Not sure about the outhouse, but love the micro shed w/guest bed. Darling. 😊 Congrats to Rebecca for achieving her goal with so much consciousness for the earth and others.

@mariamoore8637 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is by far my favourite tiny-home design I've seen!

@Windkisssed 4 жыл бұрын

This may be one of the best homes I’ve seen… I’ve seen layouts that I appreciate more but the way this house turned out is just so beautiful. It really has a warm welcoming homey feel on a minimalistic level. I love what she’s done with the porch and the shed is your awesome solutions to expanding your environment.I completely appreciate her practice of the three “R’s”! I must’ve missed the part where she talked about her toilet I wasn’t sure how she handled black water… Very good video a lot of information thank you.

@krisushi1 4 жыл бұрын

This is a good attitude that is gradually spreading, which is to start off as debt free as possible. This young woman knew what she wanted and worked hard to get it. Just how much room do you need, especially when living in an environment such as above where that can be used as a giant 'outdoor room'. Love that the bed is raised. I have a small Motorhome where I have an innerspring double mattress. I had slats attached to the bed stand, that has storage underneath, to get some air circulating under the mattress. Having the guest hut is a great idea and gives everyone their privacy.

@holly7010 4 жыл бұрын

What a gorgeous home. Beautifully designed and decorated. Masterfully laid out, peaceful and happy feeling. Great job! Enjoy life, live long, be happy, loved and healthy.

@itsanorristhing3825 3 жыл бұрын

I have seen this house about 2 months ago and the upgrades and how it looks at night! WOW blows my mind gorgeous !! Love it!!

@robw3027 4 жыл бұрын

Good for you Rebecca- looks like the lifestyle agrees with you. Thanks for the rundown.

@katherinesawick1079 4 жыл бұрын

I’m always curious about downvotes on videos like this. What’s not to like unless one just has an attitude? Not everyone can live this way, but it’s still very admirable not to mention utterly charming.

@raynoladominguez4730 4 жыл бұрын

I love everything about this home. Great feel from all of the little thoughtful design nuances.

@jaimhaas5170 4 жыл бұрын

Raynola I am looking for a fresh start if you are ready to make the plunge! :)

@janetcastel4383 4 жыл бұрын

I love it! The wood is beautiful! Awesome simple living!

@David-jo3ke 4 жыл бұрын

Far from being my favorite layout, but I love the woodwork inside.

@bigal6667 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 1 million subscribers!

@ExploringAlternatives 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much :) :)

@cenedraleaheldra5275 3 жыл бұрын

So beautiful glad so much reclaimed materials too. Wonderful

@julieschofield4594 4 жыл бұрын

The porch is really lovely and inviting. Nice use of wood inside to seem very cosy. Thank you for sharing.

@carolewarner101 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely home! I really love her wrap around porch and the "guest suit"/storage shed. I've been interested for some time in building a permanent small house on land, but as my husband and I have very different needs for quiet and down time I've been challenged by keeping the design small whilst honoring those needs. The idea of having a separate bedroom with perhaps a desk/work space and then storage that's accessible from the outside behind the north wall of the bedroom say, could really work! Thanks so much for sharing.

@gg-sb8mn 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is the 3rd video I've seen on this tiny Kiva house. My favorite every time 🏡

@kaisenji 4 жыл бұрын

My Mom has talked of loving the tiny houses BUT she is also 78 years old so climbing is out. I think she would love the tiny houses however, since mostly young people design/live in these, they will not work when you are nearly 8 decades old. I'd love for her to have a place on our property with a small home to live in that doesn't take much space and time to clean. But NO stairs, no ladders, no having to lift anything as she is my special old lady.

@acriticalvegan6164 4 жыл бұрын

I built mine with no lofts on a 38 foot trailer, so when I'm old I can still live in it.

@Deniera 4 жыл бұрын

You can just design it without a loft? You'd have to sacrifice some of the other space, but there are tons of designs with a downstairs sleeping nook or full bedroom.

@acriticalvegan6164 4 жыл бұрын

@@Deniera Look at how sailboat are designed they have no lofts. I use live on one for 10 years, much more cramped then what I have now. front to back rough measurements 7x9 bedroom 7x5 Fullbath with tub 7x8 full kitchen both sides including dishwasher and full fridge and propane stove 7x6 entrance laundry and a place to set up a dinner table 7x11 living room with wood stove

@kTorres007 4 жыл бұрын

Check out recreational resort cottages!they have great tiny houses with no lofts!

@ryandanger9333 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like such an amazing piece of land, great job on the house. Wonderful.

@maggiewatson8678 3 жыл бұрын

Simplicity, logic, charm. This is a good one ♥️

@human1513 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful house & gorgeous owner. Thanx for sharing.

@MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful tiny home for a very beautiful spirit. Thank you for sharing your home. I definitely got some ideas from yours that I will build into my house. I love the covered porch.

@teresabasinger5965 4 жыл бұрын

I have a question. How do you classify this as tiny house living? She has different buildings to hold the stuff others keep in a regular house. Several small buildings add up to a large one, right?

@FinnMiaBelle 4 жыл бұрын

Teresa Basinger well, not all of the buildings need to be heated/cooled, only the main home....so it does save money.

@teresabasinger5965 4 жыл бұрын

@@FinnMiaBelle That's not the point. She's still requiring more square footage. I know several homes where they heat with wood, and have no air conditioning, yet the home is larger. I'm saying, she's still taking up more space than she's claiming. Anyone could live in a "tiny house" if they had several of them.

@MiaKhalifa-ff8ke 3 жыл бұрын

She's not even taking that mutch more space up you could fit all of that camping gear in there

@linnymaemullins3319 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah but you only have to heat and cool one of them perhaps?

@linnymaemullins3319 3 жыл бұрын

@@FinnMiaBelle yep

@larryniidji 4 жыл бұрын

Exceptional! So beautiful and well thought out. Best to you both.

@bjhiss27 4 жыл бұрын

Things people miss: None of this is possible without a good water supply, land, and toilet...all of which are supplied by someone else. You gotta think this through guys.

@truepeace3 4 жыл бұрын

Brad Gb I caught that too...the “main house.”

@teresabasinger5965 4 жыл бұрын

I was saying that exact thing.

@oceanblue2716 4 жыл бұрын

Brad Gb think of it like a traditional house but just smaller, I assume if your living in a “normal house” you would also need water supply and land and sewage system. She also has some of those systems as well but in a tiny house, what’s wrong with that ?

@bjhiss27 4 жыл бұрын

@@oceanblue2716 The idea of tiny living is downsizing, simplifying things, and doing it as cheaply/economically as possible.... we're not talking about comparing it to a regular house, if we were...I'd say it's way too small. There's a lot of left out information that people, dreaming at home, wanting to live the tiny life wouldn't think of.

@RichardCockerill 4 жыл бұрын

right on brother darned hippies

@72097077 4 жыл бұрын

Dang, KZfaq lets me put only ONE thumbs up! Love the woodwork & the bit of green in the kitchen. This is one of the nicest tiny houses I've seen.

@Maaariella 4 жыл бұрын

This one is among my favorite tiny houses ever!

@MerwinARTist 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and Smart .. Great Design and feel for wood. Nice setting too!

@lancedaniels 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting and sharing. Nice place.

@MeenaIsCooking 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the cute tiny house, very easy to maintain 👏🏻

@ginasreview1030 4 жыл бұрын

This is something I want to accomplish. Live in a tiny house but have a deck/outdoor area. That'll be a dream. :]♡

@lesleyhubble2976 4 жыл бұрын

Darkness Light hope you make it a reality

@user-td7xf3gz4l 4 жыл бұрын

That little guest house is so cool!!

@mnothem1 4 жыл бұрын

I have seen Rebecca before on living big. I have based my design on her setup. I absolutely love it. Please let me know if I can show you it before I build it.

@suzieparis6821 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@samsngdevice5103 4 жыл бұрын

Nope. You look like a troll.

@mollieandrews4 4 жыл бұрын

Ah I thought the design looked familiar but I couldn’t figure out where I had seen the video before!

@rachaelmoorhead1765 3 жыл бұрын

Yes same! Seen her interviewed on bryce's channel, remembered the stones behind the fire place.

@schoolofrandomthings 4 жыл бұрын

I love how creative she has been with her space

@user-sc1nx2wx3t 4 жыл бұрын

In harmony with nature. You are very well thought out. Thanks for the video!

@cathylynnpietranton 4 жыл бұрын

Rebecca made herself a nice cozy little tiny house hope she has many happy years there.

@anneredmoon 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous design! I love the combination of straight and softened wood/angles

@jessiemadanat5455 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful videography, very inspiring!

@jamiec4392 4 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite videos so far!!

@wilmaknickersfit 4 жыл бұрын

This house has been shown on quite a lot of channels now!

@josephbrate2245 3 жыл бұрын

Glad we found it. Inspiring . Joe and Shelia

@joybradford8206 4 жыл бұрын

I love the porch. It's a nice house.

@alidolloso1704 4 жыл бұрын

Happy and healthy young lady in her happy and healthy house

@yaal3357 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful wood design. Love it 😍

@jacquimalvenan8613 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this one. So beautiful!

@ladyfae4797 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this home!

@earthlove7784 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, thanks for sharing

@mrcwoodworks4523 4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!!!! Very unique !!

@tiger_powers 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video, beautiful build - love it

@BonnieBlue2A 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve still not seen a user friendly design for those over 55 unwilling/unable to climb a ladder. Solve this challenge and more people might go tiny when retiring/downsizing.

@MM-gi5lo 4 жыл бұрын

There are quite a few I have seen. Elevated living room with roll under bed system. Daybed/couch set up. Murphy bed systems. Roll down beds.

@carlycrays2831 4 жыл бұрын

I think the issue is the tiny house concept itself. The best design would just be a very small house.

@rebeccamarie7934 4 жыл бұрын

This is design is not for everyone. There are lots of other Tiny House with other options :)

@Hansen710 4 жыл бұрын

Tiny houses are not for everyone Been there done that, and time to move on But i still have a love for the living style You will always be more comtable in a real house But even with a normal house you might have to move when you get old I have 4 floors now And the last owner could not use the stairs, the last 5 years of his life

@clarkclarke 4 жыл бұрын

Tiny House Big Living ...I am not trying to promote this channel ....just that I watched this and it is a great option as well Built for Elderly or Disabled kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNKBZtymutOmmas.html

@linda_sue 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Thank you!

@augurelite 3 жыл бұрын

this build is beautiful

@benbaker2965 3 жыл бұрын

I always have a question on these tiny home tours. They often say, " And in the summer we just leave the doors open." But there are no screens or barriers to keep out creatures such as flies and hornets. Do these people leave in places without bugs? I just keep wondering ..

@darkcrystal8646 3 жыл бұрын

As long as its brighter outside than in...creatures are not much of an issue. Have a net for the occasional bug or bird that happens to get in.... ✌❤🌍

@luns486 3 жыл бұрын

The gulf islands aren't too bad for bugs. Also, gulf islanders are very outdoorsy, back to the land types. Not the kinds of people to worry too much about a few bugs.

@martha4136 4 жыл бұрын

Good job! Love what you have done.

@my2cents838 4 жыл бұрын

It looks delightful!

@raquelcortez0106 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, thanks

@kakaakemi678 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful home!!

@ja553 4 жыл бұрын

An outstanding video as usual.

@bigal6667 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Keep them coming. Also can you make a video of a small workshop? That would be interesting.

@ExploringAlternatives 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion! We do love touring workshops and will keep an eye out for some neat ones :) We typically focus on living spaces but you never know!

@georgethandayutham8505 3 жыл бұрын

Cozy and beautiful home 👍❤

@spiritflower6640 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful home! Thank you for this video :) I was wondering about refrigerator and toilet...??

@chrissmith1521 4 жыл бұрын

Where is the toilet and sewage system? Districts in Canada require a septic system.

@dijamekawe8922 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ...thank you bro ....

@leehock4840 Жыл бұрын

May you live happily & safely in your tiny house for as long as you want.

@heathermunoz6282 4 жыл бұрын

I was totally going to say why not just use the counters, lol. The bed/loft is cozy. Love the tub/shower.

@onceinawhile7 Жыл бұрын

I adore this build

@giselemichaud7872 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite part was when she jumped from the loft onto the counter! Lol so cute

@truepeace3 4 жыл бұрын

Gisele Michaud 🤔❓mmhmm...

@KirBVB 4 жыл бұрын

Very quite Rebecca ) the house is amazing too )

@jay_Mata_ki 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful... Inspiring..

@KRscience 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome glass porch roof!

@Rainerjgs 4 жыл бұрын

Eine zauberhafte, natürliche, kluge und absolut sympathische junge Frau, die sich ohne Schminke, Tätowierungen und Pierchings - wohtuend von den vielen aufgetakelten Girlies abhebt, die sich hier oft so gefallsüchtig präsentieren!

@abbyd323 4 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful! Love it....

@ExploringAlternatives 4 жыл бұрын

Happy you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching!

@annabelquiban6804 4 жыл бұрын

Beau....ti...fully tiny house to a young clever young smart lady kept up a good work.

@C.I366 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I'd live there, spacious and comfy. What won me was the outside shed. I'd have my storage there too and perhaps washing mashine, dryer and ironing stuff

@motiarts4426 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice design

@caroleakenhall3892 4 жыл бұрын

Very comfy and efficient home that seems bigger than it is, especially with the glass roofed porch area. For the morning yoga, have you considered having a permanent area for that in your little outbuilding?

@jaimhaas5170 4 жыл бұрын

SHe never wastes food or buys crap to accumulate...I am in love with this woman and her way of thinking. Please where do I find this?????????????

@franktuckwell196 4 жыл бұрын

I love the ethic of tiny house living, several of my friends live on narrow boats; the longest is 54 feet long, the shortest is only 30 feet long. All are 8 feet across and 7feet 6 inches high with 18 inches draft. They all find living in these small spaces perfectly adequate for their purposes and i live in the largest building which is a static mobile home ( 42 feet X 20 feet), which you would call a trailer home. As the need for more and more social housing is needed at an affordable price i think we should all look at these so called "alternative" life styles. Anybody who embraces this way of living i think has got it sussed. Good luck to all.

@sandiadamson1754 3 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@genesisthepoet815 3 жыл бұрын

She’s living so free ✨ Also love the Tibetan flags across the roof

@blumchenb.4222 4 жыл бұрын

Happy and thanks

@sisimawarbiru7687 4 жыл бұрын

The great house..really inspire

@loririnaldi3408 4 жыл бұрын

I would need a oven to bake and a fridge!

@moMo-gi4bs 4 жыл бұрын

Respect from Egypt beautiful woman

@SrSrk98 4 жыл бұрын

great planning...lovely home...'yoga' means handling the mind-meditating,etc and 'Aasanaa' means exercise and together "Yogaasana" means doing physical exercise and breathing techniques to calm the mind and maintain the body for overall inner peace and peace around us...:) it is what Indians have been doing for ages and even modern Indian families do not know the actual meaning... It is great that you practice a calm n gentle lifestyle:) Wish you all the best!:)

@alexlarson833 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful woman and beautiful tiny house🙂👍

@perpetualmotion8090 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! I want to live this lifestyle now that I'm retired, but need just a small parcel of land in my area (to be near my elderly father), but there is absolutely nothing available that is AFFORDABLE!!! All I want is a modest tiny home to live out my retirement years instead of my depressing apartment which has turned into a slum.