Tiny house ideas are abundant, and it’s easy to see why.

It’s safe to say the tiny house has a robust and invested following, and tiny house ideas are abundant from kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms. Are you considering one for yourself? The pros are many—a simplified lifestyle, relief from the burden of maximalism, and, not to mention, there’s less cleaning involved. And, let’s face it: While a stately home is always a dream, it’s not always practical or feasible. A tiny house? More so.

The little square footage means tiny houses are much cheaper than your typical house. In some cases, it can be cheaper to buy a pre-built home. This depends on whether you are considering building a home yourself or hiring a professional. Building the home yourself can save about half of the cost, but requires significant time and expertise.
Part of that expertise involves knowing what size house and what plan you want to call home. The definition varies depending on who you ask, but homes under 600 square feet are typically referred to as tiny. (A 1,000-square-foot house is generally considered a small house.)

Lucky for you, our Southern Living House Plans Collection has dozens of tiny house floor plans for your consideration. Whether you’re an empty nester looking to downsize or someone wanting a cozy, custom lake house, mountain retreat, or beach bungalow, we have something for you.
Our tiny house blueprints are thoughtfully designed and bring a full throttle of Southern character with their front (and sometimes back) porches, stone fireplaces, and comfortable layouts. They may be small, but they aren’t cramped. Explore these 27 tiny house ideas that are ready to be built.

Backyard Retreat, Plan #2061

This plan is a great backyard multi-purpose structure, but it is designed to cover all the needs of a stand-alone tiny home with a living area, kitchen, and covered porch. The flexibility of the plan allows for the second room to be a private bedroom with room for a built-in closet or small home office.
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
891 square feet

Palmetto Cottage, Plan #2009

This Lowcountry cottage might be the definition of charming. With a vaulted entertaining space, an eat-in kitchen, and an inviting front porch, there’s plenty of room to spend time with friends—even if it’s just 656 square feet.
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
656 square feet