10 x 20 Tiny Home Designs, Floorplans, Costs And Inspiration

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Hi, I’m Ryan

As someone who’s built my own tiny home – which I’ve lived in for over a decade – I’ve learned that it’s easy to build a small home that’s efficient, affordable, and makes just enough space for what’s important.

10 x 20 Tiny House Floor Plans

10 x 20 Tiny House Designs

When designing a 10 x 20 tiny home, take some time to determine your needs and priorities. The awesome thing about designing your own home is you can put your needs first — you’re not buying an existing home and trying to retrofit it to your life.

Utilizing the outdoor space is a common way to enjoy tiny home living. One approach to incorporating a porch or deck without increasing the home’s footprint is to build it into the 10 x 20 base, so the entire setup can be transported. If you settle in a temperate climate — something that was important to me — you can use outdoor settings for things like food prep, eating, cooking, entertaining, and hobbies.

Sustainability features are another topic that can be very personal but increase a home’s efficiency, or off-grid capacity. Do you want traditional plumbing, or a composting toilet? Is the location sunny enough for a solar-powered home?

10 x 20 Tiny House Interior Photos

I find dual-purpose elements useful, like a bench that converts to guest bed, while also serving as storage for infrequently used items. Stools that slide underneath can help a counter shift from a space to eat to an area for tasks like mending clothes.

Another way to make a 10 x 20 space multi-functional is by choosing the right appliances. Small versions of things like microwaves and cooktops, or even a washer/dryer combo, will help you fit everything into your home.

Cost Of A 10 x 20 Tiny Home On Wheels

Where To Buy 10 x 20 Tiny Houses

Once you’ve decided that a 10 x 20 tiny home is right for you, and you’ve prepared some ideas about the size and design you’d like, you then either decide to build it yourself – which is something that I managed to do, despite never having done it before – or enlist a builder. Builders in every state can help you make your tiny home dream a reality.

10 x 20 Tiny Home Final

A 10 x 20 tiny home is a popular size choice for first-time tiny home builders. It’s spacious compared to even tinier homes, without being an overwhelming project.

Many find the flexibility in this size home exciting, and you can create space for all the activities you love. Making a solid plan before you start is the best way to make sure your home is the right home for you.

Your Turn!

• Will your tiny house be one or two stories – or use a loft?
• What sustainability features will you build into your home?