Ep 4. 300 Sq. Ft. Crash Pad
- TV-PG
- August 5, 2015
- 42 min
In Tiny House Nation season 4 episode 4, titled 300 Sq. Ft. Crash Pad, the hosts John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin travel to Tulsa, Oklahoma to help out a young couple who dreams of owning their own home without breaking the bank. With a budget of only $25,000, the couple wants to build a tiny home that's both functional and stylish.
The couple already has a trailer in mind that they want to use as the foundation of their tiny home. However, there are some challenges that come with using an existing trailer for a small living space. One of the biggest challenges is dealing with the limited space. The trailer is only 20 feet long and 8 feet wide, so the design must be efficient and make the most out of every inch.
Despite the challenges, John and Zack are up for the task and are excited to work with the couple to create their dream home. One of the design elements they focus on is maximizing the space, ensuring that the home has all the necessary features without feeling cramped.
The couple's wish list includes a functional kitchen with a full-size stove and refrigerator, a living area with a comfortable sofa that also serves as a bed for their guests, and a spacious bathroom. To achieve all of this, Zack and John collaborate with the couple to come up with a design that works for their lifestyle.
The design process involves creating multiple sketches and models to visualize different layouts and features. The couple also has to make some tough decisions about what they can and can't incorporate into the tiny home due to budget constraints.
Once the design is finalized, the build begins. As with any tiny home, there are certain challenges that arise throughout the building process that the team has to overcome. However, through their expertise and experience, John and Zack manage to successfully build a tiny home that meets the couple's needs and wants.
As the episode comes to a close, the couple is thrilled with their new home and expresses gratitude towards John, Zack, and the entire team for making their dream a reality. The episode highlights not only the ingenuity and creativity of the hosts but also the benefits and challenges of tiny living.