Tiny House Conversations Lucy Lichtenstein

#062 - Phae Barrett is a Co-Founder and Co-Organiser of the Tiny Homes Expo, Australia’s largest Tiny House events. 

Want to live in a tiny home? Do you have spare space on your land for a tiny house tenant?  Then get yourself to an Expo! 

You can walk through many different tiny homes, meet tiny house builders and other aligning businesses, and learn lots about tiny house living through the experienced speakers and experts in the Australian tiny house space.
In this conversation we talked about:
The evolution of the Tiny Homes Expo from the first show until nowPhae’s view on why it’s so complicated and a long process for tiny houses on wheels to have clear guidelines and regulations across the boardLots and lots of council talk including some behind-the-scenes that Phae shares about her dealings with some councilsHow you can advocate for tiny homes in your local area and communitySome positive stories about people living in tiny homes and how it has literally changed their lives
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/062


You can follow Tiny Homes Expo’s here:
W: https://tinyhomesexpo.com.au/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/tinyhomeexpo/ 
FB: https://www.facebook.com/tinyhomeexpo 


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#061 - Paul Dolphin is a sustainable building designer and Director of PdD Building Design, who are a dedicated team of building designers specialising in creating liveable, low-energy homes and are based on the beautiful NSW South Coast.
In this conversation, we talk about:
The 3 pillars to consider when assessing sustainabilityAbout embodied energy, thermal mass, insulation, ventilation and solar passive designDesigning a tiny home with hazards and bushfire principles in mindPaul’s experience of dealing with councils for dwelling approval… and lots more!
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/061


You can follow Paul and PDd Building Design here:
W: https://www.pddbuildingdesign.com.au/  Webinar: https://www.pddbuildingdesign.com.au/eco-house-webinar 
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Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/tinyeasydesignerDiscount code: LUCY75 for 75% off the first month of the Premium version.
Sky Energy - Skybox and Skybox Mini - Off-grid solar systems for tiny homes.
Link: https://skyenergy.com.au/skybox/Discount code: For $200 off your custom Skybox or Skybox Mini, call Sky Energy and ask for Steve. Let him know Lucy from Tiny House Conversations sent you.
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#060 - One of the ways Treehab Tiny Houses stands out is with their approach to sustainability. 
Riley Skene is the Managing Director of Treehab Tiny Houses, who are based in Victoria. 

Over the past five years, Treehab has helped many Australians realise their tiny house dream. 

They work hard to ensure your tiny house is built to the highest standards and provide you with a safe, secure foundation to live your tiny dream.

They are passionate about design, innovation, and most importantly sustainability.

In this conversation we talk about:
What makes Treehab unique and how they approach innovation, sustainability, and environmentally sound practicesThe shift from Airbnb to long-term living with tiny homesThe different demographics they build tiny homes forTheir tiny house models, tiny home kits for DIYers, and how they customise their off-grid solutions according to your needs…and lots more!
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/060

You can follow Riley & Treehab’s tiny adventures here:
W: https://www.treehab.com.au/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/treehabtinyhouses/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/Treehabtinyhouse

You can follow my tiny adventures here:
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Block Blue Light - Specialty light bulbs, downlights, sleep lamps, blue-blocking glasses and more, to reduce artificial light exposure and support healthy sleep.
Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/bluelightDiscount code: thcpodcast for 10% off your order
Tiny Easy - 3D Tiny House Designer - The first online design tool that lets you design your tiny house without needing any technical or design knowledge!
Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/tinyeasydesignerDiscount code: LUCY75 for 75% off the first month of the Premium version.
Sky Energy - Skybox and Skybox Mini - Off-grid solar systems for tiny homes.
Link: https://skyenergy.com.au/skybox/Discount code: For $200 off your custom Skybox or Skybox Mini, call Sky Energy and ask for Steve. Let him know Lucy from Tiny House Conversations sent you.
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#059 - Is dating challenging when living in a tiny home? What are some of the realities of tiny house living? What's it REALLY like?

From personal experience, it's amazing in so many ways (most of the time). However, it's not always rainbows and butterflies - there are plenty of interesting, and sometimes challenging or inconvenient realities that you only get to discover when living in a tiny home. 

Marie Beringer is a tiny houser originally from France, and is living in Auckland, New Zealand. Marie built her tiny house 5 years ago and loved it so much that she changed her career and recently became a fully qualified carpenter. 

She’s currently building a shepherd hut with her best friend and documenting every step on her YouTube channel, giving building tips and sharing the failures as well.

The goal is for people to see that woodwork/building is not that hard and everyone can give it a crack.

Marie was on the show back in episode 24 and her DIY story is inspiring. I’ve asked her to come back on the show for some real talk, and share more about her experiences with some of the realities of tiny house living.

In this conversation, we talk about:
Realities of living in a small spaceWhat it’s REALLY like to manage your resources, like power, water, and toiletsChallenges when it comes to growing foodDating when living in a tiny homeAll about Marie’s creative building projects… and lots more.
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/059

You can follow Marie’s tiny adventures here:
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@La.Fabrick/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/la.fabrick/

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Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/bluelightDiscount code: thcpodcast for 10% off your order
Tiny Easy - 3D Tiny House Designer - The first online design tool that lets you design your tiny house without needing any technical or design knowledge.
Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/tinyeasydesignerDiscount code: LUCY75 for 75% off the first month of the Premium version.
Sky Energy - Skybox and Skybox Mini - Off-grid solar systems for tiny homes.
Link: https://skyenergy.com.au/skybox/Discount code: For $200 off your custom Skybox or Skybox Mini, call Sky Energy and ask for Steve. Let him know Lucy from Tiny House Conversations sent you.
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#058 - One of the unique ways that LJM Tiny Homes stands out is with their custom tiny house builds. Back on the show for the second time is Joe Arnesen, a Co-Founder of LJM Tiny Homes.

LJM are a team of passionate and talented carpenters, tradesmen, and everyday people who are dedicated to providing sustainable and affordable Tiny Homes for Australians. They have built over 200 Tiny Homes since 2017 and not one has been the same.

Joe is a Tiny House enthusiast, experienced designer & builder, and master communicator with true passion for helping people on their Tiny House journey.

Joe is passionate about connecting with people, understanding their story, and walking with them every step of the way to creating a more minimalist and sustainable life.

In this conversation, we talk about:
What LJM has been up to since our last episode together, including many tiny home builds and why they rebranded from LJM Carpentry & Construction to LJM Tiny HomesA caring and supportive reminder from Joe if you feel apprehensive, overwhelmed, and anxious about the process of designing your tiny homeSome changes Joe has observed in the industry since LJM started around 7 years ago, including the client demographic they serve and how they have evolved their service over the yearsWhat makes LJM unique - custom builds, the customer journey… and lots more
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/058


You can follow Joe, LJM’s tiny adventures here:
W: https://ljmtinyhomes.com.au/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ljmtinyhomes/

You can follow my tiny adventures here:
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Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/bluelightDiscount code: thcpodcast for 10% off your order
Tiny Easy - 3D Tiny House Designer - The first online design tool that lets you design your tiny house without needing any technical or design knowledge!
Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/tinyeasydesignerDiscount code: LUCY75 for 75% off the first month of the Premium version.
Sky Energy - Skybox and Skybox Mini - Off-grid solar systems for tiny homes.
Link: https://skyenergy.com.au/skybox/Discount code: For $200 off your custom Skybox or Skybox Mini, call Sky Energy and ask for Steve. Let him know Lucy from Tiny House Conversations sent you.
For more discounts on Tiny and Healthy Living products and services, you can head to:

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#057- Today we're talking all about composting toilet experiences of the Nature Loo 650 with Anthony Hill, a tiny houser based in the Northern Rivers of NSW (Bundjalung Country). He grew up in the coastal town of Coffs Harbour and spent nearly half his life traveling and living overseas. 
It was here that he became engaged in environmental and social issues joining discussion groups, running events, and producing a radio show with a friend. His interest in alternative living and food growing became quite an obsession and he dreamed of, one day, living off-grid back home in Australia.
Anthony was on the show back in episode 13 with his partner Kirra, sharing all about their tiny house journey. I’ve invited Anthony back this time to chat about their experiences with using the Nature Loo 650 composting toilet.
In this conversation, we talk about:
The main reasons for choosing a composting toiletHow the Nature Loo 650 worksAll about emptying, cleaning, smell, and ventilation The importance of understanding the Microbiome and having a “right relationship” with natureSome lessons from using a composting toiletAdvice for tiny housers looking into which tiny toilet option is right for them… and lots more.
Find out more about the podcast and get the episode show notes & links here:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/057


You can follow Anthony & Kirra’s tiny adventures here:
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W: https://www.plasticpollutionsolutions.com.au/


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Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/bluelightDiscount code: thcpodcast for 10% off your order
Tiny Easy - 3D Tiny House Designer - The first online design tool that lets you design your tiny house without needing any technical or design knowledge!
Link: https://tinyhouseconversations.com/tinyeasydesignerDiscount code: LUCY75 for 75% off the first month of the Premium version.
Sky Energy - Skybox and Skybox Mini - Off-grid solar systems for tiny homes.
Link: https://skyenergy.com.au/skybox/Discount code: For $200 off your custom Skybox or Skybox Mini, call Sky Energy and ask for Steve. Let him know Lucy from Tiny House Conversations sent you.
For more discounts on Tiny and Healthy Living products and services, you can head to:

https://tinyhouseconversations.com/resources/
Support the show