Small-Space Living: A Tiny Home for a Young Family

Project Design by Wind River Tiny Homes Photograph by Alexa Heung

When nature lovers Allie Rowe and Jim Ladio decided to settle in San Francisco’s Bay Area, they knew they’d have to get creative with their housing dollars. Minimalists at heart and hesitant to spend money on a pricey rental, the young couple thought a tiny house could do the trick. The couple chose Wind River Tiny Homes to fabricate the home--come with us on a tour.

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Jim built a simple pine deck.

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A drop-down bar makes entertaining outdoors a snap.

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The French doors often stay open all day.

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Charred pine siding creates a beautiful backdrop for a hummingbird feeder.

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A four-burner stove was a necessary luxury for the couple.

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Entertaining is a priority for the couple.

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A sunshade protects from the punishing East Bay temperatures.

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Solar panels provide almost all of the energy needed for the house.

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In California, nights are cool year round.

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