The Designer’s Tiny House

As a residential designer Vina Lustado always wanted to design and build her own home, but she could not find a way to do it without a mortgage.

After she found the Tiny House movement, Vina was able to build her own self-sufficient home for $35,000 with the help of her partner, and other local craftspeople. The construction was completed in 13 months.

Her design has 140 ft2 of living space (based on 8’ x 20’ trailer) and is wholly self-sufficient. There is plenty of storage and multi-purpose furniture for functionality and livability.

The tiny house is equipped with luxuries such as a gas fireplace and operable skylights.

The interior is bathed in natural light and feels spacious and serene.

Its debut was at the Annual Green Home Tour in Ojai, where it was embraced by the community with open arms.

Vina Lustado is the owner of Sol Haus Design an design firm based in Ojai. Focus is on small, efficient spaces to promote a simple, sustainable lifestyle. Sol Haus Design specializes in tiny houses and guesthouses with green building practices.