Ep 8. Aspiring Architect Goes Tiny

Aspiring Architect Goes Tiny is the eighth episode of the fifth season of Tiny House Hunters. This episode follows a young couple, Tim and Shannon, who have always dreamed of living in a tiny home. Tim is an aspiring architect and wants to create a custom tiny house that not only utilizes every inch of space but also showcases his design skills.

The episode starts with Tim and Shannon explaining their reasons for wanting to downsize to a tiny home. They describe their desire to live a simpler life with fewer possessions and a smaller eco-footprint. Tim also wants to use this opportunity to showcase his design skills and incorporate unique features into their tiny home. They currently live in a small apartment in Seattle and are looking to purchase land on San Juan Island, Washington, to build their dream tiny home.

The couple is joined by their real estate agent, Susan, who has several tiny homes lined up for them to visit. Their first stop is a 400 square foot home built out of a repurposed shipping container. Although Tim loves the industrial style of the home, Shannon is put off by the cramped bathroom and lack of storage space. They move on to view a 300 square foot home that is built on a trailer. While the home is well-built, it is smaller than they anticipated and does not have the design features that Tim is looking for.

Next, they visit a 500 square foot home built on a foundation. The home has a spacious loft bedroom and a unique feature – a built-in rock climbing wall. While Shannon is hesitant about the wall, Tim is excited about the challenge of designing a tiny home with a custom feature like this. However, the couple ultimately decides that the home is too large for their needs.

The couple continues to tour more tiny homes, each with its own set of pros and cons. Tim is drawn to homes with unique architectural features, such as vaulted ceilings and angled walls, while Shannon is focused on functionality and storage space. Throughout their search, they realize that while finding a tiny home that meets both of their needs is challenging, their shared vision and determination will help them create the perfect home.

The final home they visit is a 350 square foot home built on a trailer. The home is move-in ready and has plenty of storage space, but it lacks the design features that Tim is looking for. However, the couple sees the potential of the home and decides to purchase it, knowing that with Tim's design skills, they can transform it into their dream tiny home.

The episode ends with the couple working on their new tiny home. Tim is excited to put his architectural skills to the test and create a unique, functional, and beautiful home for himself and Shannon. They share their excitement for their new simple lifestyle and the challenges they will face during the building process. The episode highlights the couple's determination, creativity, and love for each other as they embark on this exciting journey.