Factory Built Tiny House Opens the Door to Affordable Living

[@DistrustHumans]

Building (or buying) a tiny house has never been an issue. The problem has always been finding a place that will ALLOW you to have one...

[@dapple33]

Yeah, the NIMBYs come out in droves to slander and complain while city governments seem to LOATH affordable housing.

[@davefletch3063]

Don’t ask permission

[@ISpitHotFiyaa]

Exactly. Trailers have been around forever. This is nothing new. But good luck getting a trailer park past a zoning board these days.

[@Chicago48]

They never told you the TOTAL cost to buy one including installations.

[@gglen2141]

YEAH. Dealing with outdated town rules that demand water hookup and sewage. Tend to kill it.

[@Nicole215]

*Of course, the MOST important thing was left out of this video....COST!* At least provide a range, estimate, or something. Like, what's the starting price? 🤔

[@stephenjn59]

Thanks for saving me the time of watching all of it.

[@Lluvia_100]

Boxabl was originally advertised starting at 50k.

[@fist_bump]

​@@Lluvia_100that puts it no cheaper than many kit homes.

[@Rok887-n4w]

60 thousands for a Casita.. add on rooms approximately same cost

[@mullet86]

Buy used RVs. These guys are in for profit like everything else.

[@x73.]

I lived in 1 room efficiencies for years. Basically a master bedroom with an attached bathroom and thats the whole apartment. I loved it and think the tiny movement is a beautiful thing. I live in Naples, Fl and the housing issue for renters is huge, tiny home communities would be great here. One overlooked fact when it comes to affordable housing, large families get priority, and single or couple groups get left out. Tiny home communities would attract less large families and allow affordable space for lower-income singles/couples.

[@summernightlavvy9771]

Living in naples as a young person is near impossible. I'm only one year out of uni and stuff is rough

[@3rdworldgarage450]

It is an interesting concept, but it raises a few questions. over the long term, it will require repairs and maintenance and I wonder how difficult it will be to service when compared to a traditional concrete block or stick framed home? How long do those styrofoam walls last and how long do the seals between the panels last? How hard is it to service the plumbing and electrical? How long will the roof last and what materials can be used to replace it? What is roughly the total cost to put one of these on a plot of land including running the utilities? Are they rated for snow loads? How about hurricane winds? If the costs are reasonable and these questions have satisfactory answers, it may be what I am looking for to put on a piece of rural land.

[@tonyg3573]

"Drastically reduced housing costs". We have heard this before with the 'Tiny House' craze. Within just a few short years, when the concept became popular, the price quickly jumped from an average of $25-30k to $65k. It will be interesting to see how the price of a Boxable Casita soars over the next few years.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

@master_misanthrope2715 It looks like it will become (if it hasn't already) like the "tiny home" craze. They become so popular and they become the same price or even more than just building a similar sized stick built structure.

[@Hayyyward]

Exactly. Affordable housing is not paying astronomical costs to live in a small box.

[@GrugTheJust]

@@notsosilentmajority1 well there is a clear demand for homes, and with limited supply, value rises. Capitalism is exploitative by it's nature, what can I tell you.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

@@GrugTheJust Nothing to tell. I'm not knocking it. Just pointing out that as they become more popular, they become less "affordable", which sort of defeats the purpose from the beginning. Yep, that is capitalism and it is the reason the US has so many millionaires and billionaires and is generally a good country to live in but we've seen many "fads" die out once the prices go up.

[@proto57]

@master_misanthrope2715 Interesting. But they do say in the video that they have already "built about 350" of them, and they are making two a day. The price is crazy, though. As many here said, it totally defeats the main purpose of these houses, and one of their stated purposes: Affordability. A tiny home like this could be built for much less, from scratch. From what I understand they can be made around $30k to $60k. I've seen nice ones for $40k. Knowing that, the price should go DOWN from there, not UP, when put on an assembly line. So why are they getting more expensive? Maybe because they fold? Sure they fold, so the shipping is easier and cheaper... but the solution is the same as it has always been: Build it on site, by owner, or contractor. You can easily ship the materials just about anywhere. I'm no businessman, no contractor (although I've done my share of carpentry and renovations), but looking at this whole concept, and the descriptions, and price, I picture them disappearing in short order.

[@mraidymaddful]

When ever I see projects like this; being a semi retired Product Designer, I always try and think of ways to improve them. These Casitas are quite high inside so the bed could theoretically be placed on a messanine level at about 5 feet high, with either a ladder or some small steps for access. The underneath could then be used for a lot of different uses. For example: An electric bicycle workshop and storage; general storage of clothing and possessions; a gaming set up that could be enclosed like a small intimate theatre. Another idea could be a Murphy bed with folding desk. The Japanese have all kinds of amazing fold away furniture that would be ideal for use in such small spaces. The Casitas could have 'Multi-Uses' in just one small space. Just a few ideas for you guys anyways......

[@bevfrench3496]

one thing i would change or add is a small pull out spice cabinet between the fridge and stove. I don't like the two of them being side by side.

[@markstevens1729]

I agree that the space is quite single-purposed for what could be a lot more innovative in the use of precious space. It’s a box, conforming to what financial institutions like in a finance-friendly “home.” But for those who want the combo of finance ready, enough space to work logistically and ready to live in quickly, it works. I could easily see developments of these, lot sizes of 30x50 or less, central amenity space. It’s coming.

[@ronroberts110]

I like your idea, and I would further suggest considering the option of a liftable bed that always stays horizontal. An electric winching system would not be technically difficult or expensive, plus it could have a manual backup crank for a loss of power situation. It could also be locked into a high position that would still allow someone to sleep in it (like a bunk bed) while an air mattress was providing a place under it for a guest to sleep. Whether the bed folds up or lifts, having the bed "gone" during the day is a huge asset to mentally enjoying what little space is available. Plus I would add a large covered deck to make use of the outdoors when the weather is nice.

[@ronroberts110]

@@bevfrench3496 I recently saw a sliding door kit used with DIY racks added to do just this. I loved it as soon as I saw it. Very narrow and slid away easily. Not expensive to do.

[@margreetanceaux3906]

And slide the closet back and forth between the couch and the bed, to enlarge the living space at daytime.

[@Ren-zi5zl]

This is awesome - the only issue is that in my country unless you're incredibly rural most land you can purchase come with covenants, which usually have a minimum square footage that your house needs to be... so the real problem is being allowed to have a tiny home in the first place.

[@chenisikymoh]

a lots of places on earth people who can't afford to have a so call basic house. the shelter they live in is less than a shoe box.

[@robintyde5441]

Best storage especially in the bathroom that I have ever seen for a tiny house.

[@HazelCotton]

I noticed one design flaw. Never put the range next to the refrigerator, because the heat from the range causes the fridge to work less efficiently and use more energy.

[@burnyizland]

I'd be worried using high temperatures on the right hand burners in case the fridge (probably cased in plastic) starts to melt. Not to mention what an elbow-bumping, claustrophobic experience it would be having it there. There's a lot of room for improvements here. I for one would never be happy with sliding doors, they get noisy and clunky over time and they don't separate the sounds and smells as well between rooms - how many of us want anyone else in the home hearing and smelling us go to the bathroom?

[@Captain-ln3vh]

The potential of this product is quite amazing. Simple and strong seems like a good combination.

[@CoolGobyFish]

what potential would that be? how is this any better than a pre-manufactured home or a trailer? you do realize that most costs come from buying land, connecting electricity and plumbing. get a trailer, it would probably be cheaper than this.

[@emperorkalel]

This is a huge game changer! Love it! My Casita wouldn't need a dish washer, microwave, big fridge, heat/cooler or even big windows - the studio would be perfect. 💯 One day...

[@Milan-oq3xx]

No facts. ❤

[@pgnandt]

What game did it change? Prefab, or mobile homes have been around for a long time.

[@emperorkalel]

@@pgnandt for you troll, not .much but for the rest of us, plenty 👍

[@pgnandt]

@@emperorkalel Prefabs are new to you?

[@emperorkalel]

@@pgnandt You can't be serious! Are you lonely?

[@ChristiMcCloud]

My best friend visited this place last year. They have a 2 year waiting list to purchase!!

[@einzgeisha]

I love this idea! If I'm ever able to purchase a house with land then I could get 2 of these; one for my aging Mother and the other for a sibling with disability. Then we have space, but are all together so I can check on them every day.

[@bobstuckrath1805]

That's right. Stick them in a cheap box and feel superior about it.

[@einzgeisha]

@@bobstuckrath1805 😂 I love them but we also all need our autonomy and privacy too and still be present for each other when need be.

[@jilllangman9343]

You might not be allowed to put more than one on a domestic block. Don’t buy land until you check with the local council.

[@einzgeisha]

@@jilllangman9343 sound advice! Thank you 😊 💓

[@CoolGobyFish]

they already created a much better option decades ago. it's called premanufactuered home. they come in all sizes and styles. probably cheaper than this as well. or you could just get a trailer.

[@AndreaSimone57]

These are so neat. I am always for less expensive housing & it's so important right now. There are some ppl that would consider this home a castle, even as a studio. I'm so impressed. I only have one pet peeve w kitchens... A stove jammed next to the fridge! The fridge ends up w grease on it or food falling between the stove and fridge attracting pests. I feel this is a major mistake designers make continuously. If someone cooks they need accessible space on each side of the the stove, even a small space. Maybe a single style fridge instead of a side by side would allow for a small cabinet to the side of the stove or switch the stove to where the dishwasher is w a smaller fridge there. Everything else is so beautiful inside, I love the stackable aspect, neat

[@dianamayfield5615]

Incredible! Very clever solutions for tiny houses. I could envision a boxabl village to help solve the problems of homelessness around our cities.

[@remyllebeau77]

These are much too big and expensive for that. Not to mention the "housing first" programs the evil democrats are pushing is a complete failure, unless the goal was corruption.

[@karenkalweit6018]

I love this tiny house because I am disabled and I cannot climb stairs. Almost every tiny house I’ve ever seen has a loft bed. I could never get up there. This is a house I could live in and I live in a rural area, so it is a possibility that I could find a place for it. Thank you.

[@Growingupinthe80s]

Brilliant. The transport is very well thought out. Combination of full workflow consideration into the design.

[@ASMREUPHORICSTIMULATION]

we need something like this in Canada the cost of living in Toronto is insane

[@sepruecom]

Oh yes, everybody's dream to have a box like this 100 km from downtown (because everywhere else land is too expensive for them). For big cities the solution is to build up, not out. The further out you go, the longer your commute will be, the more time you'll lose in your life, the less you will see your kids growing up, and it adds to stress too...

[@351528]

There are a few Canadian companies doing this already. The issue really is to find the land to purchase a lot for your home.

[@BiNumLi]

This is a game changing technology. That means it probably will violate some Canadian building code. The whole concept of tiny houses doesn't fit the typical municipal plan. In Canada we find ways of killing progress.

[@Applecider-Poetry]

need snow proofing for large amounts of ice etc. i live in Maine and in subsidized housing, remodeling a shed into a getaway (from disease and stupidity)...

[@NopeSecret]

Wait wait wait wait... You think tiny houses are the answer to cost of living in a METROPOLIS.... Your tiny little brain understands that in megacities like Toronto the most cost effective way to do housing is through apartment buildings and condos... not through inefficient tiny houses... You know when you got ASMR in your name and you are as unintelligent as you.. kinda shows that maybe we should be restricting rights based on IQ..... I have no idea how unintelligent you are to think that a tiny house is a good idea for a metropolis but uhh yeah... I am sure that people with enough money to buy land in toronto are going to put a tiny house on it.. lmao.. the land would be worth like 10x more than the house... LMAO!!!... Just keep renting an apartment if you want to live in the City or "Buy" a condo. The best thing you can do however is just.. not live in Toronto.. it is essentially the asshole of Ontario where most of the refugees and immigrants are placed. Want to afford living in Toronto? Leave Canada to another country that is currently dealing with civil unrest and come back as a refugee. You will be given more support than you would if you were actually born here. I absolutely love how my country spends more money on Immigrants and refugees than it does its domestically born citizens. It is a troubling state when your country is giving more money immigrants than domestic born. It is also not racist to point this out or xenophobic it is just stating the simple fact that a country should take care of its own people first before taking care of those from another nation. However Canada does not want a lot of domestic born citizens. Canada understand that by using immigration to grow her population through accepting refugees etc. She can build a population that is very divided through culture and religion and therfore very easy to manage due to the population being unable to unify because of cultural differences. The governments job is not to help us but to govern and control us into the most productive GDP possible. Sorry this is way to deep of a topic for the average person. Go watch TikTok and listen to ASMR..... meanwhile the intelligent like myself will be absolutely aware of the reality show known as life which is playing out on a global scale and is heavily controlled and manipulated by the elite. The Elite for the longest time were not even seen as being a real entity and people were actually attacked for thinking that there are underlying agendas driving society. To think that there are no underlying agendas driving the direction of society is to essentially spit in the face of society. The whole purpose of governments is to govern and direct our social development. They do so in a direction that is decided by the current leaders of the nations (Also Democracy appears to have multiple parties but the best way to give the illusion of freedom is to give the illusion of choice.) With the illusion of choice you now have a population that does not feel dominated as they are under the impression that they can actually enact change in their society and are more or less equals with their leaders. Just hilarious to see that the average 90-115 IQ individual is so easily manipulated and used. However it makes sense as our species is not successful due to our ability to think and problem solve. Our species is successful because we are able to manipulate and copy our peers just like any other great ape most of us are not intelligent most of us are here to monkey see monkey do shit.

[@tsgorman]

My first 2 bedroom house was only a little over twice the size of this...I always felt like I didn't even need that much space. I found that I really only needed the kitchen, bathroom, and living room (slept on the couch a lot 🙂).

[@R08ERT]

What a great concept They need to sell them world wide 👍

[@jacklong7048]

How practical would that be? The shipping costs, labor.

[@julesherman6802]

lol. Other part of the world has a much cheaper option

[@18MundyStJournals]

Build factories on every continent ❤

[@pgnandt]

Building homes is not a new concept.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

I love this. I wanted to put a permanent tiny house on my cousin’s property in PA, but the Twp wouldn’t allow it. I spent way too much money to build an in laws quarters by a less than competent contractor. I’m between a rock and a hard place now. Good luck and enjoy to all who get one of these! ☮️👍🏼

[@jm-bv1wh]

Have you considered applying for a zoning variance or a conditional use permit? If none of your neighbors complain, it might go through.

[@pgnandt]

The dwelling purchased or built is not a factor in regards to our housing crisis. All the limiting beurocrisy is.

[@socalgal714]

This is why your vote is so important! I'm not sure what twp you're in, but this May a lot of twp's are holding local elections.

[@NopeSecret]

Don't you love how "Free" you are in a Democratic Capitalistic society. You can't put another house on your cousins property.... Corporations however are able to clear acres of forest for wood, strip mine regions, suck oil out of the ocean etc.... That tiny house tho.. naw.. lol cant do that.

[@barbs1298]

Yes, rules & regs for tiny homes are very strict & limiting as to where you can have them, sadly. Any new housing being built is way out of the price range of the average income earner & there is extremely limited low-income housing for those on disability or in other situations. I have a friend who lives on $763/mo. She has lived in her millionaire brother's rental house for 12 yrs. paying him $500/mo & it's not in great shape. He is selling the place & wants her out. We have looked for over a year in this crazy market & economy, & a small hole in the wall slumlord rental starts at $600/mo plus the application fees, 1st month's rent etc. And those rentals are so abysmal you wouldn't want your pets to live in it. The application fees are near impossible for those living in poverty to afford, so I can see why there is so much homelessness. This is a problem our gov't fails to recognize or do anything about except turn a blind eye. If I had the money, I'd buy my friend a home & a car. She drives a 24 yr. old car & just prays it holds out & now O'Bidden is pushing electric cars on everyone & few if any can afford them. My car is 12 yrs.old & has been paid for, for years. My condo is paid off. I am retired & don't plan on buying a new car anytime soon & my condo needs a lot of work done to it. Interest rates are outrageous. I refuse to pay them. I cared for my mom in a nursing home these last 5 yrs after her stroke. She died in Feb. 22. So much of my life was on hold, to say nothing of what Covid did. I feel for those living in poverty. There is no way out, especially if they have debilitating health or mental illness. My friend now has breast cancer & is trying to find a place & move. It is exhausting. She has a very part-time job to try & make ends meet. There is so much red tape & excessive waits to get help. Her gov't rental assistance is limited to $200, yet illegal immigrants get free top of the line housing, medical care, phones etc. And most of them are dressed nicely when they arrive. This country has gone mad! This is unsustainable.

[@kellykelly7747]

I've been in love with this tiny home since I first saw it a few years ago!!!! IMO, this is the best one on the market. I wish I had one!!!

[@princeofzion]

I have been waiting for this house to hit the market for at least 5 years. I would love to know what the real holdup is.

[@mpetty9947]

Production line 2 a day, they need 200 per day.

[@NaruSanavai]

You could've built one and been living in it for at least two years, by now.

[@tomellis4750]

The fridge would make a lovely tiny house.

[@carjam49]

Fantastic. It's much better than my tiny apartment. More counterspace, I love it.

[@pasqualguigano6315]

The real question that’s never asked is who is responsible for people not being able to buy a house. In the 40’s-80’s you could buy a house on a single income and raise a family

[@ME98878]

It's okay. The tax dollars of those who are already responsible, will probably pay for it.

[@TK-eg6vp]

Companies forgot who made them into a successful business. Yes, shareholders should be rewarded with a portion of a company's profits, within reason. But what about the people who work for them, who grind day in day out....they get shafted...while the CO gets a $5 million bonus for getting that stock price up another quarter point...seriously? And M E; you're an idiot if you don't mind me saying....

[@hannagg9365]

Why assign blame and try to find a specific group to blame. Our citizens should make this the number #1 priority and demand nothing less than a workable solution to this crisis ASAP! If we wanted we could stop this whole government and our elected leader’s shenanigans by not showing up for elections and many other creative measures. But the majority needs to get on the same page and take ACTION.

[@moneymanfernando1594]

Corporations.

[@janofb]

Studies show it was women joining the workforce. Think about it. Suddenly people could spend twice as much on a house because they had twice the income.

[@mindylevit8146]

Great idea!!!!! I am blown away and I wish I could invest in your company. So long as they are not gonna blow over in bad weather then u may have figured out a way to help many homeless people. The economy is shifting ridiculously and you may have opened the door to a newer housing. People do deserve to have a roof over their head. Also, people that can afford the bigger box houses ca. Buy them. Good luck and I hope to be able to get one.

[@pgnandt]

Prefab homes been around a long time. The dwelling is not the problem.

[@TheSwissChalet]

Oh I’m sure they will take your “investment” money.

[@juliuswakefield5677]

Your company is leading the way of tiny houses industry.

[@kimkammerer2177]

the two closets on either side of the TV need to go up to 6 feet for tall storage. and turning the bed into a murphy with an under desk would totally make this perfect.

[@jenniefowler4968]

A Murphy bed with closets on either side

[@Pauly365]

This is honestly brilliant. 2-3 of these is easier to assemble or implement than any other tow-build home.

[@aovoonthefarmsouthernillinois]

I think you guys are awesome. Everyone should be able to afford a house.

[@luvmypetsrhanie1144]

should but won't be able to.

[@CoolGobyFish]

you do realize most of the cost is land? this tiny house isn't going to make anything more affordable.

[@CoolGobyFish]

@Joe utilities, permits, delivery, installation. you are better off with a trailer))

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

WONDERFUL CONCEPT. I did notice two things at first sight of this post. If selling to elderly an up microwave is a no go due to the potential for an accident. Also, to have the mini split over the 4:41 kitchen sink with cool air ( too warm also ) wash down on head and shoulders is a no go due to many people could become I’ll as a result. Just thoughts I hope may be helpful.

[@remyllebeau77]

Then you should send an email to the company, and not the comment section of a random video about it.

[@cherylcarr5690]

As the previous owner and operator of a building company myself, and now a tiny home lover, I LOVE how much time, investigation, and thought went into every part of this build. No wonder you had so many backers to invest in your vision. Congratulations!!!!!

[@Mary-sh2bp]

This is a great concept. Imagine going to NYC, it’s a wonderful thing to have your own house that’s not as tiny as the apartments there.

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant!!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@usclaca1]

This is a very compelling and innovative housing option. I am very interested in the Boxabl as an ADU for my backyard. I realize that the company is in its infancy, but I think they have a winning product in the long run. What I would like to see them do is develop a list of recommended, qualified contractors (licensed/bonded) who can do the setup/site work once the Boxabl has been delivered. Knowing the estimated total cost (delivery, contractor fee, and Boxabl price) would be extremely helpful when deciding affordability. I would like to wish this company beaucoup success in the future. 👍

[@dmntuba]

AWESOME!!!! This would also be perfect if you own some land (maybe) with a pond. A perfect weekend getaway. Also would be great for college/student housing or if you needed semi - permanent housing on work site 👍

[@TenajTino]

Love the concept. Would love to know the average cost of one of these.

[@PandaandSparrow]

Currently, they are $50K for a base model unless I am mistaken. I have followed them for time now.

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@PandaandSparrow Technically, that's the base price they start but that doesn't include all the other costs for delivery (more than $3-$10 per mile from their Las Vegas factory), site prep, connecting utilities, land, permits and inspections, insurance, property taxes, and maintenance, set up of the Boxabl when it's delivered (has to be someone certified and qualified to do it), etc. So it's something you should look into and add up all the costs before assuming what it will cost you, as depending on location, etc. it can cost quite a bit more for some people than others. Especially, if you want a customized model and go bigger/multiple units.

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@PandaandSparrow Oh, the other thing to consider is wait time, they're a still growing company and a lot of people pre-ordered. So it's going to take some time to catch up and a new order may take a long time to be actually delivered...

[@PandaandSparrow]

@@ZeoCyberG Correct. The question asked for the price and I stated what I knew about the base price of the house only. Thanks for the follow-up.

[@1Unique_Architect]

@@PandaandSparrow wow, if I in the south, this may cost me around 80,000 which is the cost of a single family home in a suburb. Wow, I need to compare cost. thank you for your information

[@tonberrygaming3267]

ive been keeping up with boxable for years, still haven't seen a single youtube video of a person who bought it and live in it.

[@kelsowins]

I want to see where this goes and when it can come to our area. Depending on price, this might be a great option for homeless vets (or homeless anyone).

[@fobbitguy]

Unfortunately, a challenge for these folks will be battling local government regulations. In many large cities there's a vested interest in keeping a certain number of people homeless so politically connected people can have very lucrative contracts providing " services" to the homeless. Do you actually think you could put one of these in San Francisco?

[@2nd3rd1st]

Politics won't allow homeless to become home owners, they got all kinds of schemes and excuses to keep them poor and helpless. Same goes for non-criminal drug addicts, sex workers, etc. And even if there's a will to house them they'd buy uninsulated shipping containers for a fraction of a Boxable and stick em in there, only to point at it as a disaster project when it inevitably goes to shit.

[@kelsowins]

@@JuicerNation Yes, it looks like a nice unit with a lot of good features built in, but that pricing could be difficult for the purpose I mentioned. I wouldn't call their efforts a scam, though, as it appears they are trying to make a useful, workable product that might actually be beneficial for many.

[@gs-pd5ox]

depends on how it's done. if the gov't gets involved these will cost taxpayers $300,000+ per unit.

[@kathyyoung1774]

The homeless can’t afford these. If they could afford an efficiency apartment, they wouldn’t be homeless. How is a homeless person, many of whom have mental health problems and don’t have a job, going to PAY for one of these. Homelessness is not a simple problem.

[@eutimiochavez415]

That’s all people need to live in thank you !😊

[@sandrah6321]

So many people are homless ,or couples staying with parents and they have no privacy , this is a great option ,knowing a price would be good to know , i hope one day you will sell them world wide ,good job guys 👍

[@faithmeade2457]

Wow you will take over the industry, I was wanting a tiny home. I would definitely buy from you ❤

[@mposey56]

Starting at 50k plus not including transportation fees and set up

[@MB-yg6mb]

Love this. The government needs to hook up with you to take care of the homeless issue. This would be a perfect for Sacramento County homeless.

[@wendydunn5611]

This is a great way to build realistic and affordable homes in a timeframe for families to buy their home and move in much quicker then the traditional methods of building with the ongoing costs we normally see so yes this is giving families much cheaper options without extra greed and real estate costs, I love this idea and would be great to see these homes built in Australia where the cost of buying a home is out of reach for many families with the outrageous prices families are forced to pay and would be a good way to stop this greed for homes that are ridiculously over valued to these high prices!!!

[@carmenlangland1393]

Good job Sir ,people need something affordable too live,they look cute .

[@destinyreturns4885]

Very impressive. Here in CA they talk about building housing for the homeless at a tune of about 800K a unit, which I've always thought was ridiculous. They could build a tiny house village and supply these for many more people at a very reduced cost. That is, if they really wanted to end the "homeless" crisis, which is entirely another topic.

[@christopheryeung]

probably embezzlement

[@KC-ed1dj]

800K per unit?!!! There are tiny homes available for 15K. That price is ridiculous. Even if you meant $80K, it's still ridiculous. Waste of taxpayers' money.

[@AnotherScifiGuy]

@@KC-ed1dj somebody walking around with a lot of that extra money in their pockets.

[@pmag3200]

Cant wait to see when the first Repo takes place...

[@albertorozco5981]

Started in 2018 yet they still dont have a price platform. Companies that do this have exuberant prices and dont want to scare you off right away. They want to hook you first and then pressue sell you this great product.

[@glengibellina4526]

Thank you for all you do !

[@eleanoraquitaine2966]

Brilliant in so many ways. Bravo!

[@Lil-Britches]

Being able to drill into any part and your good. My thought hammock bed maximum usage of space. Pretty cool idea and I would get one but vanlife is my current goal.

[@CGSevenxPhoto]

Can you build boxables for people with disabilities? I truly love this idea, it's something good about housing. (for once) The cost of living in big cities is soul crushing, but I'm wondering how the land situation works...most people are still renters vs homeowners these days.

[@circle11111]

Land is a huge factor.

[@monsieurbono]

Good too see that someone is building smaller homes in the 20x20 range, much more liveable space.

[@anntoinetteangrum555]

Hi. I think what you are doing is great. I think you should push your product to the Mayor's throughout the United States as a way to combat homelessness and rebook at housing Asylum Seekers!

[@tonydoggett7627]

This would be allowed by local government in Sydney Australia. Installed in a back yard and called a “granny flat”. Can be rented out as a separate dwelling. 🦘🇦🇺

[@pamelademaray8555]

This is one of the best small houses I have seen

[@darknessislight3689]

Fantastic concept ❤ BIG Brother isn’t going to allow these 🚫 they will eat into their bottom line. They’d rather see people in debt or homeless before allowing people to have a comfortable life (shameful).

[@robertlatreille9243]

You got it the poverty industry will never allow it

[@StepvanDan]

perfect lil home thank you for sharing ,big hugs from MN

[@brownsugarcoffee1]

This is pretty good if you have a big house in a big yard put it in the back and rent it out.😊😊😊

[@strollingthroughparadise353]

I just looked up the price online. They start at $49k according to the website, though that would not include the plumbing and other hookups on your planned site.

[@546Scott]

This is definitely for me!! Selling a tiny house all ready to go is more convenient than you could imagine. I am not sure if they are available yet?

[@bobbehughes2617]

Website says $54,500-$99,500 + delivery fees… etc…. Very cool !!!

[@yasaminwhy8212]

I love the idea, but there's zero cost transparency anywhere. I looked at their website and still had no idea. How much do they actually cost? I'm looking to move from the UK to California at some point in the next few years, and this would be a great, practical way to do it, but not displaying cost anywhere on your promotional materials seems antithetical to 'affordable living'.

[@Nicole215]

*Exactly, that's what we're ALL trying to find out... how much does it cost!*

[@itsmxt]

I read in comments somewhere 50k for a base model

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@itsmxt Yes, but the problem is that's only the cost of the structure they build and doesn't include all the other costs from deliver to setup, which can be up to more than the cost of the structure itself... However, it's also not something they can just tell you because that depends very much on location, the specific product or products being ordered, what local requirements need to be met for permits, inspections, etc. cost of the land it's being put on, insurance, whether you have a qualified local contractor you can hire to set it up once delivered or need to get someone to travel to your location, utilities, maintenance, etc. So, it's something that has to be researched for the location and your specific situation and the price they give you is just the starting point...

[@CGSevenxPhoto]

Where would put such a house when it comes to land? I love this idea and think it's perfect for a couple without kids.

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@CGSevenxPhoto It's a prefab, which means it has to follow local codes and zoning requirements just like a traditional house. So anywhere it can meet those requirements...

[@DrStephieRaeGrenier]

Cool! Concerned about flat roofs leaking or collapsing in rainy or snow country. Like the roof deck tho. Wonder if they do solar heat and in line water heater.

[@thomas6502]

Excited to live in one of these (or the stack configuration from the recent builder show in Las Vegas.) Keep fighting the good fight folks!

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

Excellent Concept! Love the sprial stairs.❤

[@Zomfoo]

This could be an entry into home ownership beyond a humble tiny home. Make it so that you can start with one module then add others in various ways to grow into a full size house. It could also be adapted into a system from which hotels and apartments could be made.

[@OldProVidios]

Same thing has been done for centuries. Locally, one bedroom homes were built around 1910. Many have had add on rooms over time.

[@Zomfoo]

@@OldProVidios Obviously, but not as a prefab modular system.

[@OldProVidios]

@@Zomfoo sears delivered home kits via train. Look up Sears Homes.

[@rogerdale5451]

This is the opposite of the McMansion bullcrap what 3000 ft garbage that can house a small town. Thank you sirs. You are wonderful!

[@ladywolverine1828]

I LOVE IT!!!❤❤❤

[@Sarahthevampyrslayer]

For those watching that are bummed about the lack of transparency when it comes to prices, and are worried about their local government’s housing laws - you should Google 1 bedroom mobile homes in your state. Where I live you can purchase, brand new, a single wide 1 bedroom mobile home (about 500sqft) for about $30K. Of course land, zoning permits, land preparations etc. will cost money too. But you’d have the same expenses with the houses in this video as well. Used RVs are also a great option too. And likely more affordable in the short term. Though then you have to factor in automobile maintenance too (though, in my opinion, I think Class C RVs are probably the best option as their mechanical parts are more identical to a regular trucks- rather than a larger RV which might require a more skill mechanic to tend to it). Basically, this idea seems great but for the projected cost (I’m going by other people’s comments here, since the website linked offers absolutely no information about how much this would cost) you’re better off getting something either larger, more accessible (currently) and/or portable.

[@itzaliadenizard1933]

This is mind blowing 🤯 I can't wait to see one of this in person.

[@centsiblecooking]

Unreal the good these guys are doing! So happy to see their focus on helping people attain low cost housing and their amazing mission statement. I truly hope for the best for them!

[@gsftom]

Sucker born every minute.

[@TheLemon420]

Remember guys, a 4 bed 2 bathroom 1st story home has usually been the norm for affordability.

[@ronrendon]

this is a great idea, especially love the idea of adding 2 or 3 together over time to create extra space. ps: i adore galiano's vibe and positive energy

[@chenisikymoh]

can it add up to become bigger unit ?

[@corail53]

Then you might as well just buy a normal house. These things will be around 100-150k each module - so your looking at 3-450k for three not including land prices which is the real expensive part.

[@carolyngeiger3634]

According to their website, cost is around 50k. However, installation costs will vary.

[@eventvisionsinc]

Brilliant idea. Can you Cement or how do you hold the house down especially in Florida it’s like a shed.

[@IdentifiantE.S]

Hello from France 🇫🇷🙋🏻‍♂️ ! Have all a really good day 😀

[@JesusfavQueen]

Amen! I’m on my way to buy a lot of them for my state of South Carolina. Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Spartanburg, Aiken and more. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 let’s Go Jesus

[@CanadianMapleleaf]

I am a grown man and crying because this is beautiful and could save lives. No chance for me I have nothing left. But with a little land could you imagine the possibilities. If your young buy some land and become self sufficient....

[@teesmith4799]

I love this so much.....practical and beautiful

[@mlcourey]

(4/8/23) I like the tiny house ideas ❤️! I’m interested considering I live in a very small studio apartment without a dishwasher, & washer and dryer. How much are they monthly? And where do you put it? If I need to buy land for it that’s a lot more monies!

[@JohnMiller-zn9pf]

The next step should be to have 3 or 4 regional factory sites to lower shipping costs and wait times. this is an awesome idea

[@TheSwissChalet]

Yeah, because building a big factory site is free…you know, spend millions to save thousands…sounds like great money plan!

[@catrie9965]

Was the price mentioned and I just missed it? I checked their website and there's nothing about an actual price of these. Sure, I can get on a waitlist, but if I don't know how much it is, I'm not signing up.

[@thebetaguy]

its for rich people that discovered the tiny home movement and think they're revolutionaries like the Bus families in those 200k buses 'roughing it'. But boxabl is a company valued at 3billion dollars, and the boxabl's themselves range from 54,000-99,000 according to uncle google. Right now is not a good time to buy anything that uses wood since the prices are skyrocketing.

[@Jahzwolf1955]

Affordable housing isn’t about the house it is about the land.

[@itsageyser]

One thing to always keep in mind before you get too excited about tiny houses - IF you live in the United States good luck finding a place ANYWHERE near a livelihood. Unless you're out in the rural boondocks you won't be able to plop one of these down anywhere. You're pretty much forced to live off-grid and be self-sufficient

[@redditor7548]

Self sufficiency is ally easier nowadays though with modern tech. But yeah by the time you buy a piece of land, set everything up what you need to live off grid you will be still in the multiple hundreds of thousands. There is no option for affordability. Insane we live in a time in which our labour is worth so little we can’t even afford a box to live in

[@jzwalz51robin45]

The homeless are not self-sufficient and never will be....too much mental illness and drug addiction

[@freespeechforever]

Amazing! Wish you every success...there is a state next to you that could benefit massively from your product!

[@deblynn355]

Great concept. How well insulated are they? In my area of the world you need something that is comfortable in minus 40°.

[@mpetty9947]

- 40??? wow.

[@deblynn355]

@@mpetty9947 not unusual for northern Canada in mid winter.

[@panchora99]

It gladdens me that there are still some people still working properly to solve the housing problem.

[@CoolGobyFish]

the housing was solved a long time ago. it's apartments made out of concrete blocks. the entire Eastern Europe was rebuilt this way after the war. these tiny homes are way more expensive and less practical than a regular trailer or premanufactured home.

[@marioncobretti3076]

There is not a housing problem…There is a Blackrock, Vanguard, Statestreet problem

[@MidnightSunshine27]

The bed need storage under.

[@radiofreealbemuth8540]

That’s a good idea

[@luisv7117]

Incredible very nice tinny homes CONGRATULATIONS GUYS WELL DONE

[@Chris-ut6eq]

Great concept, but the reality is all about execution at the right price point. Hope this works as a business. It can have a huge impact if it delivers cost effective housing that can last 30+years.

[@gratefulgram]

Can one customize them like an apt size stove and smaller fridge? The layout? Does it have heat and air conditioning? Could a washer/ dryer combo be put in? I have a lot of questions I know but it looks very nice. Much love and many blessings Ok all questions answered I went to the web site 😊 it takes us oldies a minute sometimes 😂

[@CategoryGaming-ko2qi]

You wouldn’t catch the creators dead in a boxable lol. Facts 😊

[@race29dub]

The problem is most jurisdictions won't allow these to be placed as a primary residence on a property because they are too small. People don't want cheapskates moving into their neighborhoods and building shanties next to them. 😆

[@3wheelmannc860]

That would be even cooler and more functional if the potential owner could place that on a basement foundation with 8' ceilings for additional storage and/or additional use, like a small office.

[@jesterdevelopment4734]

What are the collapsed dimensions and weight? Can a single unit be lifted entirely by a crane? Can 2 units be placed on a semi-trailer for transport? What are the unit base costs? Can a tub be added in the bathroom? How much would it cost to setup an additional factory in the Ky. Tn. area?

[@beamusedrev]

Love the concept. How do you get to use the name “Casita”? There is an RV camper brand by that name. Just curious. Again, love it!

[@billyjohnson9166]

That’s what I was thinking.

[@iloveyouamberappel]

It's a cool concept. Doesn't look like a regular consumer can buy.

[@poppydiamante-gy2mv]

Wow … what are the costs 😊

[@stevencowles8419]

Love this idea, hope this hits mass market soon

[@AVClarke]

As great as these casitas are, and they are fantastic, they only solve 50% of the problem. The other half of the problem is finding suitable land to put them on. I can see a lot of cities and communities not wanting to allow these types of homes to be built in their areas. I fear that you will run into a lot of resistance.

[@honuswagner9348]

These aren't fantastic. Guaranteed no one will get one of these delivered, set up, hooked to utilities, etc... for less than $100k. At that point it's easier AND cheaper to build a BIGGER house that's higher quality than this. It's a gimmick, and people will eventually see that there's far more to the price of this box besides the "$50k" price tag.