Vina Lustado's home-office using 2 tiny houses in "L" + deck

[@reddymon]

As a retired architect myself all I can say is bravo! Very well done. Minimal use of different materials create pleasing spaces and a functional plan without being boring. The profession needs people like you young lady fighting for common sense changes to outmoded laws which restrict obvious solutions from being implemented.

[@barbibutton9619]

Well said, yes

[@TheSoundsInside]

She’s so happy, I feel happy just watching & listening to her 😊

[@tomsenft7434]

LemonTreesOnMercury : she doesn't seem so happy about her neighbors and their ideas about her.

[@lickalittle]

@@tomsenft7434 but she seems to know how to deal with that. She comes across that she's already been in confrontation. It's a problem 😁😁😁

[@builderspluscustomhomesand2146]

@@tomsenft7434 Why you got to say something useless and negative? Nobody is happy to be talked about and frowned on. She's probably been dealing with that period. She not worried about them haters like us Americans tend to get hostile over. She happy and free plain and simple.

[@SapioiT]

@@builderspluscustomhomesand2146 As she had said, she would have liked to be able to be staying there full-time, and she would like to one day have a stable location. But just like people already can move entire non-tiny houses, so can tiny houses can be moved, it's just that it's easier with tiny houses. If regulation would allow it, a lot more people would have a tiny house and pay taxes for it. The question is, how small is too mall, really? I would say the minimum is 2 meters in length, 2 meters in height, 1.5 meters on that other dimension, so a total minimum of 6 cubic meters (212 cubic feet). Anything less than that becomes more of a cage, honestly. Where do you put the storage, where do you put the bed, where do you put the cooking area, where do you put the toilet and shower? At that volume, you can barely fit everything inside a bed frame in which you store things, and take them out to use them, or used them by attaching them to the walls. Anything less and it's pushing the limits of humane living.

[@tarmacsurfers]

Her financial freedom and joy of simple living comes across so much in her smile and energy. I am going through this change right now and I cannot wait. Her approach is so bang on. Great video Kirsten as always 😊

[@barbibutton9619]

Best of wishes for your effort to be free

[@readingsbycara]

I'll second that. Homeowner has done her due diligence, and has nicely utilized *Japandi* styling. (Japanese/Scandinavian design amalgam). ♥️

[@SapioiT]

The only issue I see is her not having a freezer. Ideally, she will get her land where to do some gardening (the easiest way would be using the "resilient simple garden" of RED Gardens and clingwrap greenhouses), and some of the produce would make it into the freezer, before or after dehydrating (again, making a solar dehydrator with clingwrap, using the "solar chimney dryer" model). I mean, sure, I could nitpick, she could get an even higher R value (thermal insulation), but that would cut into the usable space.

[@georgianbents]

@@SapioiT Yeah, well that's YOUR problem, not hers. If she wanted one, or actually needed one, she could easily have one. There are numerous high efficiency, low profile fridge/freezers that will operate on solar systems. She never mentioned gardening - again, that seems to be YOUR issue, not hers. You've built this elaborate fantasy about why she needs a freezer. Rewatch the video as she mentions multiple times WHY she went the tiny house route, and absolutely NOTHING you're talking about was on her list.

[@supercooled]

georgianbents why so adversarial?

[@awkwardaquamarine19]

Thank you for this follow-up. I love Vina's philosophy of simplicity and functionality. Her calm, soft-spoken demeanor belies her strong sense of individuality and realistic view of what's truly important in life.

[@alohadave13]

OMG! She is the most creative designer of a tiny house space that I ever seen! And I have seen thousands. Great video and impressively inspiring...

[@1biggun712]

This lady has got the right idea in having a tiny home with deck and a tiny office next to each other!! Wow...plus the land that she's on is a really good spot. Very smart😁😁😎

[@Erika-gm2tf]

So beautiful and utterly tasteful. I love her elegantly designed simplicity. What a delightful life! Thank you.

[@nenitalily2938]

Beautiful. I want one😍

[@jennym007]

6:20. I don’t know why people are unhappy that tiny house owners aren’t paying land tax or property tax...whoever owns the land they’re parked on will be paying those taxes and those costs are usually then built into the rent. I think many people make statements/complaints without really educating themselves...tiny houses are fantastic for the upcoming generations and governments need to start legislating to make it an easier process.

[@Loneislander23]

I do feel US should change the code for building self-living house. Basically the government should allow landowner to build wtf they want without engineer or architect. Just if it's not fit code you can't sale. So young people don't have to live in a tiny house. They can actually own a house in city without being bank slave for 30 years

[@mariawinzler]

What a beautiful free lady Ms. Vina Lustado is. What a beautiful home and to feel nature inside as outside. Thank you for sharing for a few moments her way of living, Kirsten.

[@msdiinsche]

Nice to see Vina again. Her tiny house tour a while ago was one of my all time favourites. Could listen to her talk all day. She made a fantastic space with the addition of her office and decking and everything so well thought out. Thanks for your videos, I really enjoy them

[@Ohcin_Clowder_Father]

This lady's voice is so calm and monotone that I fell asleep three times while watching this video. It's like her voice ran it's fingers through my hair while reading me a story. I know what to watch if I have trouble falling asleep tonight. ANYWAY, nice simple clean spaces that work for her, and that's just good design. Well done calm lady.

[@CarolusBuchwurm]

She really invites you into her thought process. Great!

[@mikalrain]

My all-time favourite off-grid setup this far. Lovely! If ever I was envious of someone, it is with Vina 😄

[@imbonnie]

Beautiful property, community...and a pool!

[@g.e.1432]

I must say, as beautiful as the house is....the real focus here is that lady, how sweet and kind and refreshing wit a wonderful attitude.

[@allwittyknitty]

I remember the original plan when she only had the house. I loved it so much, it’s been the only tiny house I’ve pinned to my home page. I love the office addition. This is even better than the first time I saw it. 💕

[@elizabethg9346]

I really enjoyed the aesthetic of this. Location, the way the two structures work together with the deck. Beautiful

[@isabela.ringing2644]

I love the simple clear way this woman explained everything.

[@myevado]

I bought the house plans 6 years ago!! and now seriously ready to start building our own tiny home. Life sometimes gets in the way, but myself and my daughters will be involved. NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAM!!

[@micheleoftheoaks5506]

I like this idea of people renting space on their property to tiny home owners. The idea of two homes so you can have a home office is something that's crossed my mind. I was waiting for her to tell us what type of AC she had because it gets stifling hot in Ojai. I can't imagine that small cooler helps much. She appears to have thought out her space very well. Very creative.

[@Royyal_tee]

Vina, you are an inspiration for those of us who want to live a life of simplicity - joyfulness! 😁 Your smile & joy says it all!!! Serene, Peace & Freedom. What a Life🌟

[@marzymarrz5172]

That was so good I don’t even know what to say. A few more people like Vina and we may yet save the planet. Viva Vina!

[@RichieRouge206]

What a fabulous set up and she is such a lovely, effervescent lady!

[@SarahKDB]

This was insanely informative! And she has such a calming presence. 😊

[@lianessyes7238]

Great feature of Vina's stunning home. She seems like such a joyous soul and a very talented architect. I fell in love Witcher work long ago and it's stood the test of time, still haven't seen any better tiny home.

[@mauricepowers3804]

What wonderful spaces she has created! I would love to live in her house and have her office as my studio... beautiful. Great video too!

[@FortYort]

Brilliant woman with a great mind for beautifully simple design and aesthetics. I dig her company name as well!

[@SapioiT]

I didn't her company name...

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Her voice was all ASMRy...I kept dozing off. Love her designs and all those windows.

[@northofyou33]

What is ASMR?

[@mcwalker949]

@@northofyou33 Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. A calming, relaxing effect.

[@momshielynandangelovlogs4768]

She's a Filipina, am so proud of her. She's brilliant. I love her all ideas of her tiny houses. Mabuhay!😍

[@oscarparedes5308]

Tiny houses and free spirit is the way. Great video.

[@beezbuzzful]

I get the sense that Every aspect of her is the closest to perfect you will ever experience. She is the woman I would want to have a relationship with, no joke. Such a beautiful soul. Makes me feel warm.

[@thomasweeks7992]

I know makes me want to be her friend such a sweet lady.

[@Godhelpus62]

I love the whole layout and just the overall feel of the interior space - so serene! I absolutely adore the use of the dropcloth! The blind looks very high end and I’m sure would cost a fortune if bought at a boutique - yet it’s made of twigs & drop cloth & old shoe laces! Amazing. The tree drawings on the pillows are super exquisite. The custom bathroom window is gorgeous and the wood carvings are just beautiful custom art. All of these artisan pieces make the space very high end and individualized. I love the little fridge in the office. You could put a little freezer there if you wanted but that fridge is beautiful! You could use it as a beverage fridge - or put water infused with mint or cucumber or fruit - ready for a long work day. The office loft is just lovely! It could be a great craft area or meditation or reading area. I could knit up there all day long! The 2-unit set up with large deck makes it much more ideal for long term living than just a single unit. Great job! 🙏🏻💜👼🏻✝️

[@Windkisssed]

She’s made a fascinating creation!! Really perfect!

[@DragonHeartTree]

Yes I agree with Mike Black, she deserves to have stable location

[@marianasyogiadventures2103]

It is really great to see how Vina and her husband tiny home was built and usage of recycled and low cost materials used, great presentation by Vina. Thanks for sharing!

[@springranch1384]

Drop cloth is WONDERFUL!

[@counselormatty]

She is delightful. You can tell she has a deeper understanding of the importance of owning an appreciating asset like the land that your home is attached to.because she knows without land all she has some plyw

[@cinthiamiralda4584]

She looks so happy and peaceful. Beautiful episode. Thanks.

[@suzettecalleja3122]

This is the best I have ever seen. So Thoughtful very mindful.

[@ausetjackson662]

A beautiful home and video. The owner of this lovely home is a beautiful lady. Peace and love to all...

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍Ooooh I remember her. Same tiny house, just in a different location now. It’s a nice tiny house with a terrific design. 🎉Congrats to her...seems she got married since the first time I saw a video of her tiny house. 💞

[@randallpachoud1230]

Everything is so we'll thought out. Just beautiful ! Brilliant , and in perfect harmony

[@tamilhoward9708]

Such a cool space and loved hearing her thought process on how to design this beautiful little home.

[@WeTHINweekly]

What a delightful spokeswoman for tiny home lifestyle. Really appreciated all the insights Vina gave to do this style extremely efficient and elegant. I’m in the stage of planning a tiny house for ROSEBERG, Oregon, Douglas County. I currently live in Phoenix, Arizona. Any one with Oregon experiences? Thanks. Would be a dream to spent time entertaining such a forward thinking couple. 😎MJ

[@debbieboring3422]

This is a very nice set-up love the deck. I hope she will be able to make an impact on the zoning.

[@Christa-tl8jb]

What a wonderful place to live. The house and office are very nice combined with the deck.

[@lenscraftylife]

I watched a different video of Vina and I absolutely loved the foresty place she was in back then with her tiny house, but I see the point that the solar panels wouldn’t work well there nor was there room for the office. Great to see her and her beautiful tiny house again in a longer and more detailed vid. She made a gorgeous place for herself. Enjoy Vina and God bless, Lenneke (The Netherlands)

[@CeeCee630]

I remember seeing your tiny house on a different channel. Love to see that you got a second one to serve as your office.

[@hinteriors389]

I cannot imagine myself coming from Philippines, with a family of 9 siblings, moving to the United States, studying and starting my own business. What an amazing woman.

[@SPohl-zy4rz]

Beautiful designs. I love all the sun and open air feel to things. Her bird house loft is cozy without feeling claustrophobic. The bedding/nap areas in both tiny homes look soft and comfy. She's definitely thought things through and is very articulate. Well done.

[@lisahopes9956]

What a wonderful share she offers on her home. I feel the joy it all brings to her. I hope one day she will be able to find a perfect location of her own. I think it would just be the final touch she should have.

[@joywilkins64]

I can tell she's good at math and science. She has considered pros and cons of her options and she knows what she wants. And I agree, she is free!

[@geribrandon7057]

WHAT A GREAT LITTLE HOUSE AND OFFICE. WOW WHAT A SMART AND GREAT SET UP . I LOVE IT. CUTE AS CAN BE.

[@readingsbycara]

Truly a well thought out space(s) ! Brilliant job on so many of the design elements. I loved almost everything! ♥️

[@readingsbycara]

Congratulations homeowner! ♥️

[@readingsbycara]

Kirsten, this has to be one of my favorite productions of yours. The other being the Tiny Digs compilation out of Portland, OR. ♥️

[@larryguy7160]

Efficient and practical way of living without the burden of constantly paying a mortgage and utility bill....sounds too good to be real and it is real for a reasonable budget....Thanks Kirsten and family...

[@_sp_sp]

I like how she explained the technical things about her house.

[@craigh8602]

She is delightful! The most succinct, entertaining tiny house interviewee I have seen. May try some of her tips for my Class B RV.

[@vincentavelinoabad8427]

Filipino🇵🇭 is the happiest person on earth. I love her simplicity & the way she enjoy to talk.

[@ReviewsandGreatLifeStyle]

I really love the design of her tiny home and office....very nice and comfortable. Her financial freedom living in this home is so inspiring.

[@susanhamilton1822]

The design blew me away. Very well done indeed.

[@rneustel388]

These are amazing spaces! The land is beautiful, and I really love the idea of the little community, too. It's too bad about the rules in place right now - hopefully those can be changed!

[@fjeinca]

The impressive future face of sustainable lifestyle. Impressive video; well done, ladies!

[@ravent3016]

What a lovely woman--so sensible, too. I love the design of her whole place. So much attention to detail, and I appreciate her choices. I could live in either home easily. But the office space is brilliant.

[@Starswake]

How wonderful if we could all be a good neighbor like her.

[@stoicforall]

Tiny houses make sense.

[@stefflmrk]

BEAUTIFUL, well thought trough and i'm always stunned again, how you find such projects! 🤔😲 GREAT Video! Perfect design. Simple but stunning. Enough to have a relaxed life.

[@jgkgintx]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video and meeting Vina. She's so positive and upbeat, a ball of energy and ideas, and yet, she takes time for a siesta and/or read a book. It appears she has a good work-life balance. I picked up some ideas from just watching the video. I spent some time in the Navy over in Japan and learned to love the people and appreciate their simplistic way of living. They are great at using multi-purpose things, pocket doors, etc. Again, a great video and a great person.

[@merklingassoc]

Now isn't all those little imperfections that make our live and homes absolutely perfect!!!!

[@1Wendy_Woo]

I remember her tiny home tour and how she mentioned her boyfriend a few times. Now husband. 😁 And further expanded with office and luxurious Ojai property to rent. Kudos! Job well done. I would love to live tiny on that piece of heaven! Continued blessings 🌿🕊️💕

[@veggiebowls6489]

Functionality meets beauty. This is genius. Thanks for sharing.

[@trogger70]

One of the best tiny homes I've seen

[@akindofmagick]

This is utterly perfect. Exactly what I’m aiming for in 5 years, once my youngest has flown the coop. THANK YOU!!

[@shelleynobleart]

Best design I've seen. So cleverly done and sophisticated. Wow over wow.

[@exploren2752]

I'm from the Philippines and love watching your video. Thank you for doing all of these! I learned a lot. Hopefully I could have my own tiny home one day.

[@cw7368]

Wow! I love her set up. Another great interview and video.

[@marirose756]

What a great vlog, Kirsten (as usual). I adore Vina. She gave me so many ideas. I love her dedication to staying away from toxins & off-gassing. What an amazing role model she is! I’m so glad she’s a TH activist. We’re trying to get a community going in one of the so-called progressive towns here in NH & the pushback against doing it speaks a lot to what Vina said abt getting to the neighbors and getting them on board etc. But the prejudice is unbelievable. One council member pretty much said it would just provide a dumping ground for vagrants. Wow. You can’t make that crap up.

[@stephallan2543]

The efficiency is these minimalist tiny houses is phenomenally GREAT 👍🏽. Simply Amazing 😉 and the Tour was greatly appreciated. Much encouragement, support and blessings to you and your family Today. 🤔🙏🏽🙇🏻‍♀️🔍🇺🇸🔑💗🕊

[@ROCKtheFOREST]

so lovely house's. cool documentation nd well filmed

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Vina has a cute little setup we like the tiny house and the office. She seems very happy and content.

[@goudagalindo1790]

Wow Vina, you're such an awesome person, with the right ideas and beautiful values.

[@edmcgowan1570]

Inspiring and thought provoking, as always. Thank you both!

[@lynnsweet6902]

Did she design the tiny houses herself? She did a great job.

[@kateristrobel2022]

wonderful tiny space, she has set up nicely. Thank you, Kirsten.

[@59seank]

Fantastic design! I love how much thought Vina gave each detail.

[@sholaking5027]

Beautiful house. Beautiful design. Lovely owner ✨

[@veyomiranda9154]

Cool hause..she is really smart having to decide on debt free living...being responsible to her environment speaks well of her ...kudos kabayan...nkaka proud ka...💟 I hope the legality.issue be granted,,

[@rebeccapayne5933]

I love this woman and her vision!

[@marlaf1545]

Spray some WD 40 on your door hinges and that should help your squeaking noise.

[@rosalynsookoo362]

Your space and layout are so amazing great job

[@ohfullers]

A community within a parcel. Interesting!

[@izzy1563]

It looks like the spaces were well thought out. I hope she is able to stay on that property. I also understand community concerns. I would anticipate more rural property will be scooped up by people for their tiny homes in the future. Zoning will probably change at some point.

[@straubdavid9]

I could live like a king in that kind of a setup. Unfortunately, tiny houses have come to the forefront waaaay too late for me. I live in a 3 story half-double nightmare. Heating/cooling/cleaning/maintaining etc etc etc is nuts. Why do we have this irrational need to fill up our living space with soooooo much clutter ..... it's like living in a triple-decker bus ~8^) Yes ...... if I could start over, it would be a tiny house for me, on a good chunk of property.

[@fibranijevidra]

Very tastefull and functional design. Love the knowledgable host and her cheerfull spirit. :) Thanks for the video.

[@peggyvick935]

VERY INFORMATIVE. Big tip: Placement of house on the TRAILER, for ease of access/mobility using the truck.

[@corevision8675]

I love the design wish she was making it for other buyers

[@cblackmail]

What does the landlord charge for rent on the use of the property? What is the cost of getting utilities in place? Thanks.

[@jellybean1252]

Packed with so much great information . Thanks Vina

[@gailagilliland3268]

This is the second time I watched this video. I love the TH and tiny office with the outdoor great room! I so appreciate her thoughtfulness in designing her home. I think the only thing I might miss in the home would be a washer and dryer because I hate driving to laundromat. My only other change would be to add place the bed so there is watch space on either side to accommodate making the bed. I know myself very well I would never make the bed in this TH! But I love love love it! Congratulations on a great build. ❤️❤️❤️

[@SarahKDB]

She could also hand wash and hang on a clothesline to dry.

[@mountainviews5025]

Kirsten really good video very nice young lady and she's so lucky to be on that property just nice nice nice

[@tmgarcia2002]

i love this. me and my partner are planning a similar setup for our home, but with 2 small offices and a main house. we want more outdoor space instead of one big house with 2 stories, on a 200sqm lot in the city. we will also share our home with 2 small dogs, and planning to get a big dog and maybe a cat for me :) Vina is such nice lady.

[@2303scorpio]

I love that choice of turquoise fridge so cool. X