Amazing DIY Off-Grid Modern Tiny House

At 15 Square meters and completely off-grid, Brett Sutherland has constructed a true, tiny house treasure. Packed with unique, space saving design elements, Brett has created a fantastic space to both live and work.
Perhaps best of all, this was all achieved on a budget of NZ$21,000. The Tiny House was constructed on his parents property, and will soon be moved to a friends property in Bethells Beach in Auckland.
This modern tiny house is filled with treasures obtained over a lifetime of adventure, and may just be the ultimate bachelor pad.
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[@benmzuri]

The first tiny house video I watched 7 years ago, and this year I am finally building my own.

[@hmmm2564]

Have you completed it yet

[@howabouthetruth2157]

After several years and looking at dozens upon dozens of tiny home designs, I keep coming back to this one. It's still my favorite, hands down, for several reasons. It's not very complicated, a rather simple, yet clever, open, and spacious design. At 57 yrs old, I WILL be building myself one exactly like this within the decade. Brett is 100% correct in stating the gabled roof designs are too cramped for a tiny home on a trailer. The desk and table hiding the wheel wells, plus the semi spiral stair case is genius. There's not single thing I do not like about this tiny home. Huge thanks to Brett and this channel for sharing this "Best Design". SO glad I found it a while back.

[@gabbyc3056]

I came across your comment and I am so excited for your vision and enthusiasm ... wondering how is your progress ? 🎉😊😊

[@VieraXXII]

Okay seriously, can this man write a blog or something? He is so useful! He is like the uncle who has so much life experience and has travelled and knows the deals and ins and outs. He got a three sided shower for $5! and the wish list idea. Idk why I never thought of that. It's common to have a wish list for house gifts like blenders, but now I want actual house parts and building materials lol. Great resource this man.

[@johaleyba]

Mm,,,,,l

[@joshibrahim1537]

So true

[@annaliesequinones2135]

Yes! This is by far my favorite interview on this series this far.

[@poobearsbeautifulgoddess2416]

Well said!!

[@rebeccatreeseed410]

I have made wish lists like that for decades. The stuff shows up.

[@elissabellajoy]

Brett is definitely one of my favorite guys you've visited and interviewed. That "innocent look" on his face. So simple, kind. And his home is simple yet beautiful. Congrats. I live in the center of Europe, and basically everyone in Europe, but especially in Central and Eastern Europe is facing the same dilemma. Have been for over 30 years now. Thanks for the lovely, quality informational content and entertainment Bryce and Rasa 💕

[@peequod]

I know this episode is about his tiny home, but I'd enjoy to read a book about Brett's experiences. He seems very calm and sage-like.

[@DeclanBurger]

wise words at the end of the video aye very interesting I'm so glad there are videos about nz tiny houses!

[@lexxxelskywalker6411]

He built a catamaran from scratch w/out prior experience and sailed it across oceans... I'm considering just being his apprentice for 6months

[@MichaelMiller-by8io]

Brett is freaking awesome! He has a plethora of wisdom to give us young people. This episode is top notch.

[@shoryajain05]

"I enjoyed the freedom of not having too many things"... beautiful words.. And loved the bedroom... So spacious and airy.. I loved the way he introduced cross ventilation..

[@TheDonEstrup]

3 years passed and i am still coming back to this video

[@philipmartin3425]

5 years past and I am coming back. Still an original design.

[@AnnieNTibbersz]

6 years and im here :P

[@tharanit4856]

@@AnnieNTibbersz same here....😊

[@edmondlee7149]

I love how he designed his sleeping area. Its perfect.

[@nazarasaid8645]

So 6 years now

[@darrienhoward2334]

Wow!!! Rasa videography skills have really improved in just a short 6 years. This filming is great but her dedication and love for her craft has truly evolved into something special. Thank you for these tiny home videos and for the years of dedication you two have to this subject!

[@AmiraMuhammad]

I love his mindset! Owning a tiny home and land is my goal!!!

[@Khwaab]

Some immature guy down below is worrying about this being a "panty dropper" but as a woman, I agree with all the other ladies here who picked up on what a great guy this man seems to be. Like another girl said, yeah, you could just listen to him for hours. Apart from the tiny house I found his thoughts incredibly inspiring and his life so interesting. I'd rather read a book by ppl who lived like him than some pointless celebs. He's much older than I am but wow, his experience and outlook on life makes him so attractive!

[@dirtysaint5324]

I don't know who you're talking about, but panty dropper is considered a compliment....

[@gregorsamsa1364]

"Some immature guy down below is worrying about this being a 'panty dropper' but as a woman..(proceeds to describe how incredibly turned on she is)"

[@maig4276]

He is wise. Period

[@plumiegirl47]

I would literally listen to his heart for inspiration.

[@MrMountainchris]

I think Brett is officially my spirit animal and guru.

[@numbereight886]

You are correct, he's the guy that broke free and made a home run. Broke free from the shackles of debt and the worship of materialism. He might only have 90% of the benefits... but he has only 10% of the stress.

[@eagerbeaver57]

One of the more descent designs I've seen on a small trailer. No ridiculous "porch" to waste usable living space and steps instead of a freaking ladder to get to the loft with space to walk next to the bed. Also the roof design. I see these designs, ie tumble weed houses, where you just can't avoid banging your head on the ceiling because of the screwy pitched roof that makes it seem more like your climbing into a coffin instead of bed and who wants to crawl to and climb down a ladder in the middle of the night to use the crapper. This tiny house design was much better thought out and very liveable. Outstanding job.

[@tulessaslone5592]

I am Cherokee, Native American in USA. A porch is a must have to keep us happy. We stay in tune with all of God's creatures. :)

[@imNOTaMANIKAN1]

Tulessa Slone You cant sit outside without a porch? and you can build one on the property where setting up just not fixed to the house :)

[@eagerbeaver57]

Tulessa Slone I am part Cherokee. My grandmothers father was full blooded (Tennessee), but I still wouldn't choose a porch over already limited living space. I like nature and being outdoors too, but you could easily have a porch on the ground beside the trailer or one that folds up against the back. Just a thought.

[@tulessaslone5592]

I own my land, and that's what makes us human :) If everyone had the same decor, it would be a messed up world lol. I'll stick to my porch. :)

[@andreaandrea6716]

@@tulessaslone5592 Yes! A porch is the welcoming station! A good porch is a must. But consider this; when you park the tiny house somewhere (where you're going to stay for a bit), you can build a porch that's substantial, expanding your living space out beyond the tiny house ... and bridging the space between the world and your home.

[@elBorrachoGuapo]

Almost six years in and this is still my favorite tiny home! I keep coming back to this video.

[@CuriousTinkering]

The message Brett gave in the end is very insightful!

[@OrganicallyAnn]

I love Bret’s take on living minimally to save for land and be free💚

[@arletteross]

This is my favorite home thus far on this channel. Mad respect for this guy! So resourceful and I adore his attitude!

[@LesterSuggs]

This is one of the best tiny homes I've seen in years, and this video is almost 3.5 years old. Plus I bet it didn't cost $160,000 like the tiny homes being presented in 2017.

[@der0keks]

Yeah, I see some cost more than a bonefide house. Kind of defeats the purpose.

[@priestesslucy3299]

@@der0keks ehhh... I'm totally with you on the budget mentality, but there is still reason to live tiny even at the high price point. Convenience, simplicity, energy, maintenance.... A house bigger than you need is honestly a burden

[@StormSong8]

I've been on a KZbin tiny home binge for a while now and have heard a lot of minimalist philosophy, but this is the first guy who got it to sink in. I had to pay rent yesterday and it didn't feel good. And my closets are choked with stuff I don't need. And there's this constant background noise of humming, beeping, whirring... things just running for no reason. I think it's time to lighten the load so I can breathe. I've got a lot to think about. Thanks, Brett!

[@groggersk2909]

Love this design, so bright and airy. The only thing I'd change would be a slide door on the bathroom though. Beautiful, practical and uncomplicated tiny home. One of my faves!

[@Lilmiket1000]

This guy is a genius lol... This is the same conclusion i have come to after moving out of my moms at 17yrs old. and now im 27 and still paying rent. Ive calculated how much ive paid out in rent over the yrs and its been over 100,000 dollars. its really sad. waisted time and money just to make someone else rich. you got to start out right just like he said.

[@durkadur27]

+Lakario Davis So are you saving to build your tiny house then?

[@Lilmiket1000]

+durkadur27 yea and no. im actuallt just building as i get the money. i live alone so its pretty slow going right now.

[@psychobunny32]

+Lakario Davis build a tiny house and post your progress on youtube! If you leave it on trailer, it is considered an RV and not taxed like a regular house. To rent an RV space is fairly cheap.

[@Lilmiket1000]

+Missy Rabbit yes im building on rv frame. and have alot of parts from it that im reusing. im still collecting tools and windows and stuff. i have to derust the frame and buy new higher weight rated tires. if i dont make video of my progress i definitely will post end result and have pictures of beginning to end of the whole experience.

[@psychobunny32]

Lakario Davis there is a product (Ospho), it is green liquid, that you paint onto rusted pipe/metal , and it strips off rust. Then you rinse off and paint with galvanized paint or Rustoleum product. Check at Tractor Supply. It is used on pipe fencing for ranches/farms.

[@MichaelJanzen]

I love all the things Brett said - especially about debt and freedom at the end. Amazing home too.

[@rialand6016]

I am older but want to downsize on some property paid for and house paid off. I feel trapped because I have a grown daughter living with me who cannot afford her own place and does not help me financially at all so I continue to work and try to save to get out of this rat race. I helped my daughter, hoping she would save her money and move out bot no luck with that. I love my daughter, but I am getting older and tired. This vedio was so encouraging, it made me happy I like to build me a little house, have some chickens,goats,sheep and a horse or 2. Sew, garden,love wood, crocket, knitting & recycle.THANKS

[@feliciadavis7379]

I know this response is 3 years old. I had to comment because I feel the exact same way. I am in a similar predicament, my adult daughter has returned home with her 2 kids. I am the sole responsible party for the house. I was wondering did your situation change and any ideas to encourage adult children to move out.

[@tonyak2446]

@@feliciadavis7379 you set strict boundaries and expectations. If they don't meet them then just kick them out. It's your house, your rules. They might eventually get tired of the strict rules and will want "their own freedom" or give them a timeline to move out. Say they have a year or so to stay and then they have to move out. Hopefully that will give them an incentive to start saving for their own place. Kids have to learn it the hard way sometimes. Called tough love. Just because they are your kids doesn't mean that they get to take advantage of you. Stop coddling your kids! They will never learn to live on their own as long as you continue to provide everything for them. You could say if you get your own apartment, I'll help you find some furniture or get you a tv.

[@penparnsailarm7094]

I want to live like that too. Veggie, chicken, and eggs ☺️

[@JohnnyDBaca]

Brett has the greatest laugh. Thanks to him for being the biggest influence on me designing my own "mobicile" home. I'm at about 80% finished with "The Platypus", and hope to begin building before year's end. Great video too. Good on ya, brothers.

[@agentbey]

"Wasn't chasing money…" Brett well said. Love the design.

[@robbrundrett7510]

This by far is the best designed house I ever seen.

[@Terryminion]

What a brilliant design. I've watched so many tiny house videos and this one stands apart, especially for tall people. Such a clean layout, and such flexibility to make minor changes too. Excellent! -- Terry

[@Well_possibly]

This is in my top 5 of favorite Tiny Houses I've viewed on youtube....and I have viewed a lot in 3 years!!! I love the roof design for four reasons. It allows for 1) A large area with headroom in the loft, 2) A cross breeze that won't blow on the back of your neck while sitting up in bed reading 3) Low wind resistance while towing the home 4) Rain water collection. I love so much more about the home!

[@Tsiri09]

So the dimensions of this house (park model RV) are, in approximates, deck- 8.2 feet wide and 3.3ft long, house width 8.2 feet, length 22.9 feet and the height 13.68 feet. While that's just a hair over the allowed US trailer height, it's easily adjustable. Wonder if this gentleman would like to sell his plans? There are a LOT of people who've watched this video who (including me) would pay - this is the best build I've seen. This could be built on a 24' trailer easily.

[@AnthonyRizzo2]

The best roof line ever! I also love how you didn't over crowed it with to many built ins. Very nicely done! I wish you had spoken more on your rain collection arrangement.

[@livingbig]

We will have detailed videos on rain water collection and treatment coming up on our channel. :)

[@shaylopez3380]

My daughter and 1year old and her husband live with us. Well things aren't going well for they think I'm raising their son. If God could give me one thing it would be a home like this paid for. I would move so fast my husband would jump for joy. We have spent all we have taking care of them. I always looking at Tina homes dreaming and praying. This is a very nice set up, you did a great job. love floor plan

[@fantasyreflection]

+Shay Lopez When adult children move home they become children again. Time to dole out some tough love and give them 30 days to move out. Your grandson will be fine even if they try to use him as a tool to remain.

[@TheTaelle]

+Noahs Ark This comment gave me cancer.

[@fantasyreflection]

Have you mentioned this to researchers, that reading a statement can cause cancer?

[@RussBn]

After a thousand re-writes, I have stolen your roof-line for my own tiny house... Love your place man, and agree with you 100% with what you say. The only way to take our power back is to opt out of the game... Great stuff.

[@TheSkeetergirl]

Post a video once you finish it please! I can't watch enough of these.

[@livingbig]

We hope you enjoy this video tour of Brett's TIny House! You can also see our update video, where we see the Tiny House in it's new home! Off-Grid Tiny House Finds The Perfect Property

[@AndrewOdom]

This one is absolutely beautiful as well. Us Americans have nothing on y'all! HAHAHAH

[@itscage1495]

Brett sutherland beautiful home! Do you have the plans drawn up? I live in the US and I'd love to see if it would fit the requirements here. I'm drawing up my dreams of a tiny house so I can move out and have my own place. I'm looking for a good off grid solution, and I love this.

[@RetroActiveGM]

it'sCage Me to bro, I can be arsed with paying for a mortgage or paying rent. I live in the UK but may migrate to the US sometime, I'm still in school and am already considering this, and making my floor plans.

[@Footrotflats251]

is this in west auckland or north shore?

[@livingbig]

This one's out west mate.

[@stampdealer]

This house is brilliant. Truly the first tiny design that I feel like I could live in long term. I would love to build something similar.

[@christophermetz1550]

This is the best tiny house I've ever seen. Almost every tiny house on youtube is the tiniest, most cramped looking nightmare for a bigger guy like me. This guy is a champ

[@angelachi2079]

I sooooo loved that house. Wow, everything important was incorporated: 1) windows, 2) loft concept for the bedroom with good air-flow, 3) water storage, 4) kitchen & bath functionality, 5) space for an overnight guest, 6) off the grid and the rainwater collection, 7) did not appear cramped, 8) recycled wood & shower, etc. Brett, you may have a great business venture there (you already have a perfect display product) by either doing it for others or aiding them in a built-to-own home for singles, young couples, and retirees while they save money to build larger homes or travel. All in all that seems to allow independence. GREAT JOB!!!

[@zacharyfellin1248]

+Angela Chi Hello, When did he talk about off the grid and rain water collection?

[@jostreed]

The best tiny home I've seen. Thanks so much for showing it!

[@jangofet555]

i think you should of talked about the rain collector / filter, and heating / insulation. love the design.

[@livingbig]

Hey there. The rain collection in this case was very simple. From the gutter system, directly into the flexitank. The videos of our build will go into all the details, including rain-water collection, solar set-up, insulation insulation, trailer construction and much more. Make sure you subscribe for updates!

[@brettsutherland7544]

Hi, the insulation is old refrigeration foam selvaged from a junk yard Rain goes straight into the tank and I use it for washing/cleaning. Drinking water I get from filling 10 litre containers after the roof has had a good flush then goes through a diverted into the container and can see its clear. Heating is nearly ready with the installation of a little pot belly stove.

[@livingbig]

***** Yup. In this system there is no first flush, so it's pretty difficult to avoid some of that getting into the tank (unless you manually connect the pipe after it's already been raining a while to clear the roof). We'll be showing you in a later video how we are dealing with rain-water collection in our Tiny House.

[@landonashby2029]

Brett sutherland do you have a source where we could purchase a flexitank like the one you use in your home? That is a really ingenious idea. I love your home design!

[@shoushikochou]

Brett sutherland what size trailer do you have your tiny house on?

[@TrishTruitt]

THIS is THE standard by which I measure all other tiny houses by. Amazing!

[@Epiha]

I've been watching many of these the past few days and this is the most impressive self built mobile homes I've ever seen. The staircase is brilliant and his desire for air flow where he sleeps is brilliant. The entire design seems so simple with some nice touches throughout, I especially love the kowhai pattern for the dinning table. Awesome about sums this place up. I reckon I can figure out the insulation, house batteries online and tie to this type of plan.

[@frankfromupstateny3796]

Brett......finding 10-20 people to find some land....build these units with small mods...and you'll have more work than you can handle.....amazing design....amazing life...amazing man....Cheers Brother...hope to see you in Heaven.

[@stephaniemitchell8509]

Brett is an awesome guy that just happened to have built an awesome tiny house. He is very wise and I'm inspired by his words!

[@brnkpos]

Came here from the follow up video 2 years later and I love getting to know Brett's adventurous life. Love it. Love his tiny house and his attitude ☺️

[@plantabundance]

Love it, love it, love it.....thank you for sharing!

[@GarnetLynne]

this is the best roof line I've seen, being 6 feet tall I would love this design. you are a star Brett! I wish I lived in NZ.

[@livingbig]

Yup - I'm tall and was very comfortable in this design. New Zealand is a beautiful country, but the whole world is beautiful! Grow paradise wherever you are! :)

[@donedeal725]

This is the best design of a tiny house I've seen so far. Fantastic!

[@wigglydragon7447]

All these years later and Brett's design is still one of the simplest, best thought out tiny homes. This is THE principal video that got me hooked on building m my own tiny house. Thanks Bryce for your great channel and dedication to sharing all these inspiring stories. 💝

[@howabouthetruth2157]

I watched this video for the first time 9 years ago. This is absolutely the best split/longitudinal roof design with permanent 1/4 spiral staircase vs any other tiny home/roof design, hands down. This is the only design that makes total sense, because it maximizes the air space, the upstairs headroom, and totally eliminates the need for a ladder or "portable rolling stairs". Can you imagine being a senior citizen and having to deal with going up & down a ladder or portable rolling stairs just to use the bathroom in the middle of the night? I can already envision many old folks falling and getting hurt really bad........or they resort to sleeping downstairs. That's what everyone is having to deal with pertaining to the common cramped-for-space gabled-roof design of most other tiny homes.........and it's nuts. Brett's design is the only way to go. I will be constructing one for myself within the next 5 years exactly like Brett's design seen in this video. Cheers.

[@vwade3381]

Awesome design. That roofline changes my thoughts about tiny houses. This house was clearly created by someone with an eye for design, usefulness and solutions. On top of that: what HOT MEN, dang!

[@Lilmiket1000]

+V Wade Ive noticed on all these tiny house shows the men are always very hot lol. its like only hot men can live in tiny houses. Idk whats up with that?

[@deeneebeeni2078]

This is probably my favorite tiny house, & I've seen them ALL. The only thing I would change would be the toilet; I just wouldn't want that to share the air with the rest of the house. But the stairs, the non-gable roof, everything else is absolutely superb.

[@brettsutherland4304]

+DeeNeebeeni I think to put folding doors to do the same as the curtain but less breezy. Good if there is more then one living in it.

[@Shannon2993]

This guy is literally brilliant. I would love to just sit and listen to him talk for hours.

[@yootoob4516]

This remains my favorite roofline for a THOW and small homes with or without loft space. I really like his ingenuity. I wonder if his solar array would power an induction hotplate that draws 15 amps? I have one that is used more than my gas range because of the speed with which it cooks and boils water. One solution for the curtain over his bathroom: Magnets! Neodymium magnets affixed to the beams and small metal clips (even staples would work) on the ends of the curtains. Ever since I discovered Neodymium magnets on eBay, I've found them useful for all kinds of solutions.

[@howabouthetruth2157]

I haven't seen them all yet, but I've viewed many videos on tiny homes, and THIS ONE makes the most sense, hands down. The way it's built, a person could modify to their own liking. The ROOF structure is what beats the pants off all the other designs. It enabled him to have some REAL stairs that aren't hogging up space, and the loft is roomy as well. And fully equipped to be off-grid! On a scale of 1 to 10, I give this an easy full 10. Very impressed. Hell, I want one! Great guy, very smart & inspiring.

[@samella35]

My kinda guy, simple & resourceful.

[@samella35]

***** At 53, I ain't planning on having more than the 8 grown children I have. Thanks.

[@helenmcintyre8405]

+petnzme01 what a hero you are for defending this woman's right to make a positive comment and not be inappropriately criticized for it with comments that are irrelevant, abusive, and unrelated to the topic.

[@pinksalt1057]

@petnzme01 thank you for your i support for women being able to compliment without being ridiculed.

[@TheDrunkardHu]

Such a beautiful home he's built! I envy these guys.

[@philbates7975]

First time seeing this episode. This guy has everything right. Tiny House genius. The house is the best design I have seen, and I heard more sense spoken here than I have heard for a long time. He is an inspiration.

[@Hunter357mag]

One of the best designed small houses I've seen.....the roof is perfect for spaciousness and airyness, while being clean and simple. Everything about this house appeals to me.

[@TommyRays]

This is a thinking man and artist with marine background who is minimalist yet appreciative of the open and free spaces that I would want designing my tiny home ^5 Excellent video, excellent subject and superb choice of featured guest. Thanks for uploading and the great info!

[@brendalawrence6732]

Wow, this is the best tiny house I've seen. I think I could live in this one. Love all the extras, love how well thought out all the spaces are and I love, love those stairs.

[@emerydoerksen8005]

People who are this content with getting broken, used, and dumped things inspire me so much.

[@irishlr1641]

I am just a year short to the big 3-0! I really want and am looking forward to feel this kind of freedom. I love the flexitank and the shub! 🛀 Almost six years later since this vid was posted, I still think this is the most *breeziest* layout out there! I hope Mr. Brett will sell/share his plans. He is the uncle that I never had 😅

[@Giondenver]

Now this was worth watching !!! Not only is the homeowner hot but he lives that way as well. Very well done this may be the best tiny house I hade ever seen .. I would need a/c tho . But kick ass home !!!!!

[@neptronix]

This is the first tiny house i've seen where i could say.. 'wow, i wouldn't mind living in that!'

[@anesaibrahimi8330]

This man is so smart and so beautifully sincere. He created such a beautiful home with so much spirit in it.

[@mrsdion1839]

love the house design. he makes so much space in that tiny house. solar panel and collecting rain water concept is incredible. he really knows how to save. and he seems like a genuine person

[@AlwaysWishing1983Tomboy]

The man who built this should write a book! I mean hes been everywhere does so much and sounds so interesting.

[@1986carolinaferreira]

I love this tiny home. I'm from Portugal Europe and the way we built things is very different from the American caftsman style tiny home that it's what you see the most on youtube. This house I think it's much similar. I took a lot of inspiration from this video. Love the way the roof is built, the way it creates space on the bed headboard. and air circulation and that height on the stairs is just wonderful love it very cool. Thank you.

[@juletaurus]

Absolutely love and admire this fella. What an exciting, solid person he appears to be. Quite jelly, actually.

[@Jamac007]

The Bedroom window airflow idea is inspirational.

[@reptilesxo2192]

When I grow up I want a tiny house. I've literally been looking online for a month to see what I'll like, and this one just knocked out all my ideas

[@stretch273]

Ruby Suazo I'm getting one as well🙂

[@pegb856]

This is still one of the best designed Tiny Houses I have ever seen. Absolutely wonderful. Yes this is a repost.

[@samanthahaywood4939]

I love watching these videos and seeing how absolutely proud everyone is when you compliment them on their homes. It's so heartwarming ! Everyone with a tiny home seems so sweet~

[@palebeachbum]

I first saw this video when it was posted several years ago. I absolutely loved the overall basic design and layout. It seemed very logical and airy inside for the small size. 4yrs later, after having viewed a lot of tiny house videos and seeing a lot of tiny houses in person, it's still one of my favorite tiny houses. It seems like an extremely economical solution, while adding a little modern architectural interest in the roofline. I totally agree with Brett about the cramped loft feeling with a typical gable roof tiny house. That's why I love his design so much. P.S. Brett seems like a very cool guy.

[@ahikernamedgq]

That is an amazingly sufficient home. With style. And, the owner is such a clever builder.

[@manjago1070]

i'm so impress with the toilet,brilliant idea !!

[@maurahickey6457]

Very cool, genius long may you enjoy your stunning home

[@The92freightliner]

This guy has a great philosophy , living on less is Freedom . Also Great House .

[@lesyeager1483]

How wonderful to finally hear what I have been thinking for such a long time; the money pit of renting and the freedom that comes with freeing your life of "stuff". Congrats on your new path.

[@shruggzdastr8-facedclown]

I think that this guy's boat-building background is an ideal foundation for someone who wants to D.I.Y. design and build their own tiny house given how boats, by their very nature, force you to economize your interior space and, resultingly, prioritize only that what is absolutely necessary to fill that space with and eliminate what isn't!

[@nexusoflife]

This is the best tiny house i have ever seen.

[@dermotcarey8361]

This was one of the 1st tiny house videos I ever saw and I have to say it is one of the best designed and spacious. I see lots of TH on youtube that are built and they are so dull and boring in design, devoid of imagination and creativity. This is a super house and I take my hat off to the gentleman that built it. Top notch.

[@littlehummingbird1015]

VERY top notch....i love it.

[@Luigi13]

The best of the tiny houses built and design. The owner is smart and practical, also an excellent designer. The real meaning of being free.

[@andrewvernon4664]

I love this guy's philosophy. He seems so chill and mellow. He's comfortable. I envy people like him.

[@maybelenelozada1444]

This is my favorite so far, spacious and not cramp. Plus I love everything he said. CHEERS to Freedom! :)

[@josephatnip2398]

this is the best one i have ever seen ...i love it and only dream of having something like this

[@Automedon2]

Absolutely spectacular - you're living right in the middle of your own art

[@lisajoh1178]

This is by far, bar none, thee BEST tiny house I have ever seen. I wouldn't even call it a tiny house...plain and simple its a HOME! Great Job! More people need to follow this concept and your construction. You should go into business making this wonderful home for others to either buy the plans to do it themselves or buy a model like it already built. You just come buy it and haul it off to your own little piece of heaven! I would be first in line! Happy Life to you, Lisa Jo

[@Gilisasmith]

by far the best tiny house i have seen...love all the light

[@platinumemories]

Love, love, LOVE your design! Very well thought out. Brilliant roof design. You are right about a gable roof - it cuts out a TON of space. I would get totally claustrophobic squeezing in there to sleep. Love the open feel in yours. Plus I agree with the air movement. I am used to sleeping with a ceiling fan and to have just stagnant air all night would drive me crazy in a hurry. I could deal with the tight quarters but that would be a deal breaker. Thanks for sharing!

[@rosemarywilliams9969]

😍I love this guy so much! "Open it UP" give me some air circulation. You know that's what were all saying when we see those other sleeping lofts😂

[@TheGentleviking]

What a smart fellow! I LOVED his comments on the folly of rent and the joy of selling everything and making ones life simple! So practical and down to earth (just as he is). Really enjoyed this and it's making me more and more want my own tiny house!

[@fairo9322]

Not only is this home straight up awesome and really well thought out but i also like listening to this guy, really decent view on life. Good on ya mate.

[@VideoMenu]

I like how all the NZ videos I've seen so far that the people take their shoes off. It makes so much sense. It's what I do at my home now (US) which I got from living in Japan. Most tiny homes in the US will suffer from floor contamination and filth because for some reason most Americans hate taking off their shoes indoors even if visiting someone else's home... ESPECIALLY in someone else's home. They think it's rude to be asked to remove their street shoes in someone's house. Even the dirt outside has microorganisms in it that are better left minimized being tracked inside.

[@manjago1070]

yes..sometimes we actually don't know what had below the shoes while walking outdoor then went into somebody's house without take off shoes,are they sure that their shoes Clean enough?free from dog poops or some kind of dirt? buy a new pairs,so you can use it just inside your home!

[@manjago1070]

this ''practicality'' has been done by their great,great,grand ''Nana'' long time ago until today.

[@missartist123]

I always found not taking off shoes in the states was weird. I grew up ALWAYS taking off my shoes.

[@eagerbeaver57]

I have no problem taking off my shoes if asked, prefer to do so and do at my house. Maybe you just need to get to know better people.

[@squirrel_of_mistri8565]

I read a very controversial thread about this on an American BB. Apparently, Americans are deeply divided on this topic, as the thread wound up being deleted due to all of the insults people were hurling at one another. 8-/ Personally, I live in the States...and when I come home, I take my shoes off and put on my slippers. I like my feet to be warm, but I don't like the idea of tracking the outside in.

[@1943L]

This small house is the very best design we have seen, plus a classic choice of colour and use of natural wood. Makes us feel quite envious.

[@ralphsimpson3651]

I think this one is the best functional house I've seen so far.

[@72hourbob61]

I think it's the best Tiny House I have seen.

[@MaxMakerChannel]

Very practical house without the bullshit. And a nice guy.

[@TrOLLKiLLeRs1]

Love Brett's idea about living simply, minimalist. he is right about rent and mortgages which effectively enhance another individuals lifestyle while effectively crippling your own ability to live the life you wish. I won my own home, one of the lucky ones, yet have made the decision to get rid of a lot of clutter, rule of thumb, if I don't use it frequently, it is gone. Good luck to him in his journey.

[@robbrundrett7510]

Out of all the tiny houses I've seen, this design beats all. So much more room by having this type roof. Thumbs up Brett.

[@MellowYellow.]

Wise words at the end. Also #Minimalism is the key to a small environmental footprint.

[@shufflingfate4703]

I love everything about this house! I'd live in this in a second!

[@ambeck1045]

absolutely genius! the last part is the truth! and if everyone wasn't raised with that idea! the world would absolutly be a better place! i am one of the people that fell into the "norm" of buying a house and letting someone else profit off of me but some day my wife and i will live small and have all the land we need to farm our own food and survive on out own! this is just amazing! we need more people like you in this world! you are not condoning the life of having a HUGE everything, the american dream, you are using this as a tool to become financially free! absolutely phenomenal! good for you! you are inspiring!

[@Bikerbloke99]

Really like this set up. As you say the roof really does open the whole thing up. Well said in the last 2mins. Doing the same as you fella, got myself a small cabin in rural France. Bought outright (less than the price of a 2nd hand family car) so no rent or mortgage payments. I have NEVER felt so free! Living the dream man. It's so liberating!