Tiny Homes may not be one size fits all

 For years I have seen the "Tiny House" movement growing,  and have been interested in it. I see the aspects of owning g a Tiny House and of also living off the grid. But with all the different sizes and models they all seem to be structured for one type of individual. This to be is harsh. It's  seems the Ti y House industry is focused on people who are young with no disabilities.

Tiny homes aren't structured for people with disabilities or for seniors. Although the size of a tiny house would be perfect, most of them are not built to suit these special needs.

Most Tiny House are build with aloft which is on the average about four feet tall. Even to make ones bed, you may have to move about on your knees. The stairs leading to the loft, is often shallow. Many lofts use a ladder. A short loft design would be hard for an average size person with a disability or who is aging, to maneuver. 

Many features inside a Tiny House would hold the same disappointments. Often the bathroom is tiny and would be unmanageable for someone who needs a shower chair or turn around space. The kitchens are built for short term use, not long term use. Although many areas double for storage, its not made easily accessible.

We live on modern times where a person should be able to have modern conveniences such as a composting toilet. But most tiny house feature a bucket, to be manually emptied or a separation system which means draining a tank of some sort. 

We are able to have modern conversations such a wind and water turbines. Solar panels that can reflect the sun to energy. But Tiny House owners would still rather cut and haul firewood.

An average Tiny House cost more than some regular size homes found in the midwest. It is easier for a senior or disabled person to purchase and live in an Recreational Vehicle than a Tiny House. An RV dealership give them more choices and conveniences. 

I have seen specially Tiny Houses made for certain individuals. But at what cost are they built? Tiny Homes have become so expensive, to own one many people need a mortgage. If you don't  have the skill to build one yourself, you may pay an arm and a leg for the privilege of owning one.

Company building Tiny Houses should offer option for those who need extra help. A down stairs floor plan, larger space, full showers, Solor panels on the roof, a regular size kitchen sink, a stack washer and drier, central heating and air conditioning, a toilet that composts all waisted into solid, and availability for everyone.

After all the Tiny House movement isn't  about living conveniently. It's about living comfortably. It means not having the stress you once had. It means making healthier choices in your new environment. Why shouldn't that include everyone?