Solo Mum’s Stunning Ultra Spacious Tiny Home ❤️

7 місяців тому

Kirsty is a solo mum who has built an amazing tiny home for her and her young daughter. The home is beautifully designed, spacious and filled with everything the pair need. A truly cozy and creative family home.
Situated in the middle of an abundant orchard there’s plenty of space for the young one to play, forage and enjoy a wonderfully wild childhood.
The home is on a large property with several other young families that have come together to form a wonderful community. Here, they sometimes share meals and spend time together while the children play.
We hope you enjoy the tour of this magical little home. You can find out more about Kirsty and her tiny house journey on Instagram: / kirsty.shorten and via her website: www.kirstyshorten.com/
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Presented and Produced by: Bryce Langston
Camera: Rasa Pescud & Bryce Langston
Editing: Sarah Binder & Rasa Pescud
Title music in this video by Bryce Langston: / brycelangston
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@livingbig 7 місяців тому

Kirsty has created such a wonderful home for her and her daughter! Just as much as the home itself, I love the community she has built around herself. We hope you enjoy the tour of this beautiful tiny house! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. With love, Bryce & Rasa

@mmariemarkel7482 7 місяців тому

OMG Kirsty is making me want to pop over for dinner. That meal with her daughter looks absolutely delectably delightful. Such stunning fresh veggies. Yum. Yum sorta describes her home and lifestyle as well. The biggest thing is that I would have changed wirh the stairs is to have only one set of steps and a catwalk between. It would create space for more lovely plants to be cascading over the rail. Other than adding a bit more color I wouldn't change anything else on the inside. Outside, I would have a full length covered porch with some dreamy, filmy, white curtains. And I totally agree about a place to take a dip. How refreshing. Enjoy Kirsty, that sweet daughter is gonna grow up so fast. Blink and she will be through college embarking on her own giant journey. And you have set an amazing example for her to follow. I can see her setting up home right there with you in her very own tiny home. Namaste Edit: I have a question for any of you guys, Bryce, Rasa or Kirsty....I see so many of the tiny houses there that have those wonderful bi-fold windows that don't seem to have screens on them. What do you do about bug control? From flies, mosquitoes and the like. Or is that only a mainland not island issue?

@crochetingaroundnewzealand 7 місяців тому

Who built and designed it please?

@uteberg4781 7 місяців тому

Great house! But its also so true, that we need more community again between people!!!

@DanielHakesKiwi 7 місяців тому

Raglan Tiny Homes indi's design! Amazing parking spot

@crochetingaroundnewzealand 7 місяців тому

@@DanielHakesKiwi hi I can't see that design on their website

@fca2d 7 місяців тому

I love how she did her bedroom so she can stand up all the way and all of the storage spaces throughout the house. Its simple in design but so efficient, one of my favorites so far.

@Kristenoyinbo 7 місяців тому

I agree. I need to be able to stand in mine so it's ideal

@fl2298 6 місяців тому

yes and it seems you can walk around the bed which if you have a partner means they can go to the bathroom without clinbing on top of you!

@dianeyoung2914 7 місяців тому

There aren't many tiny homes that make it into my favourites folder but this is one of them. When you walk in and see those stairs and the beautiful blonde wood it just looks incredible and so spacious, love it.

@ninirossau2304 7 місяців тому

I dont even like white walls and blonde wood, but I just looove this home. it just feels so cozy. I am danish and I can say this is a place for hygge!

@PD0r 7 місяців тому

This is my favourite house for a small family. I love every single thing about it especially how the staircase makes it super safe for her daughter to run up and down without the scare of falling. I love how the house opens up to that as well and not the lounge💜 Well done!

@laetitiavisagie-gg6kk 7 місяців тому

Wouldn't it be awesome if more farmers open up spaces on their farms for people with tiny home to rent. Spaces where it is more difficult to farm or along the borders

@janetclaireSays 7 місяців тому

This house is beautiful and so well designed for their purpose! And I love how they have managed to live in the country but have a community of people around them to share their lives with.

@moongold9025 7 місяців тому

What a lovely home Kirsty has built for herself and her precious daughter. Those fruit trees in the front yard are so beautiful. What a fantastic spot the home is parked on. Wishing them both Love & Happiness in their beautiful home. 🧡

@miekesmit7012 7 місяців тому

It was built by Raglan tiny homes

@crochetingaroundnewzealand 7 місяців тому

@@miekesmit7012it's not on their website. I just looked lol

@pamala2112 7 місяців тому

At the beginning I'm thinking, "The only thing missing for me would be an outdoor spa." Imagine my surprise when Kirsty said the next thing to do was to "pop in a spa pool!" This is one of my top 3 tiny homes and settings for sure!

@avnhealth 7 місяців тому

It's amazing how much more you can do with a tiny home that is just 2 feet (or 1 1/2 feet) wider than the norm. Like that U-shaped lounge and the more spacious bedroom lofts. Just stunning! Great house - beautiful location - gorgeous family. What's better than that? 🙂

@vickied6087 7 місяців тому

You know, Bryce, many of the people you interview talk about how long they have been watching your UKposts videos. It seems that you have played a part in so many of your viewers starting on their own tiny house living adventures. It must make you feel so good to be the pebble tossed into that pond. (The reference is to throwing a stone in a pond and watching the ripples moving away from it - in case anyone did not have that image). 😊

@mattevans-koch9353 7 місяців тому

What a sleek interior in this home. Beautiful simplicity. Thank you Bryce, Rasa and Kirsty for sharing.

@levibates 7 місяців тому

Phenomenal home! Love the black stain on the exterior! The plywood in the kitchen, the bathroom, the window frames, the staircase, and more. I can't get over the plywood base cabinets and countertops and how they contrast with the black faucet! Thank you for more content Bryce and Rasa. 🙏 ❤😊

@cmsmith3010 7 місяців тому

Kirsty has applied so many wonderful tiny home ideas and her esthetic is calming, comfortable and just plain gorgeous!! Good job!!

@timepi437 7 місяців тому

The symmetry of the stairs and window is lovely. To stand up in bedroom is smart and also getting onto bed. More Australian councils need to get on board with small scale community living like this, to help ease the housing crisis.

@corinnemurphy7278 5 місяців тому

I agree! ☺ We would love to see more of this type of construction here in Canada 🇨🇦, so I completely understand your position. Good luck to our Aussie Cousins!

@ellenfoster9764 7 місяців тому

The extra 2’ wide really makes a big difference. What a great home!!

@helaynelehman668 7 місяців тому

New Zealand is THE place for tiny living. 😊❤

@konishkasingh3985 7 місяців тому

Man i just cant miss seeing your episodes within the 1st hour of you uploading it...lots of love to bryce and rysaa❤

@jasminebauer5697 7 місяців тому

Love the natural color of the interior with white walls make the home bigger and bright warm. Love see hanging plants thought out some tiny homes, just gives a nice feeling of the outdoors inside. The left/right staircase ❤️ Beautiful home Kirsty ❤️ thanks Bryce and Rasa for sharing ❤️

@bonniepwtf 7 місяців тому

Gorgeous parking area as well as the home itself. I just love the home, especially the double staircase with storage. How nice to have a shared community with like minded neighbors. ✨️

@elspethfougere9683 7 місяців тому

This one of my all time favourite designs ever! It's really noticeable that this woman is very intentional about how she lives, and that's really interesting to think about.. a lot can be done with a focused mind, and living with integrity, I can see how low impact small footprint houses foster space for good living like this

@louisedeutzebeling6748 7 місяців тому

I love how she’s created a great little community of like minded friends and individuals, living in a tiny house truly is a lifestyle and calling, that creates a sense of ease and happiness to her and her daughter. Well done Kirsty, something I’m striving for in my future

@sararivkah1613 7 місяців тому

I love thatshecreated two separate bedrooms that are walled off for privacy. She created a gorgeous home for her and her daughter.

@janinafisher101 7 місяців тому

Absolutely gorgeous, and simple and green and pretty! And yet another stunning location. No wonder NZ is at the top of my bucket list! Really great that Kirsty has created a place where there are other young kids to play with her daughter, and big kids to play with her! That double staircase is not only a great storage solution, but a beautiful architectural feature as well. Wishing them a beautiful life in their new home and community!

@thinkplanetearth2946 7 місяців тому

Love this home. Really spacious, light, and airy inside. The lounge with the wrap around couch was pretty spectacular. In most of these tiny homes you never get the sense that one can entertain indoors. And a king bed in her bedroom is true luxury that I don't recall seeing in another tiny home. She mentioned that she was planning on adding a pool which will definitely be magical in the evenings to gaze up at the stars. The only other thing that I would personally want is a larger deck area. Other than that it feels pretty incredible. Good for her.

@soniadelgado546 7 місяців тому

I loved this tiny! As Bryce so aptly stated, the double staircase is a true feature of this stunningly beautiful home. The natural timber with the white contrast in the interior of the home is absolutely lovely. The location of the home is perfect! I’ve said it before, and I will say it again, how I wish I lived in New Zealand! Kudos Bryce and Rasa! ❤😊

@missglenellen 7 місяців тому

What a vibrant woman! Their home and surroundings reflect her beautiful and open minded soul. Thank you for sharing!

@janethansen9612 7 місяців тому

No television is the best decision ever. I haven't had one for over 10 years.

@leehock4840 7 місяців тому

You know the house is special when Bryce can stand up in the bedroom loft!Very homey & so liveable.Well done.Good luck to you All!

@strawberrykatnz 7 місяців тому

I love this!! This is definitely a dream tiny house! I would happily live in that home too! It's stunning. I love that both rooms shut, are spacious, and the priority is living, not being stapled to a screen. If I had a do over for any reason in life, I would go to a tiny house builder with this video. It's everything I could dream of.

@DonnaKWeaverAuthor 7 місяців тому

After the black exterior, it's surprising that the interior is so bright! Nice contrast.

@figmo397 7 місяців тому

I really like the way this house is set up! The doors on the bedrooms is such a smart idea and is a good way to future-proof things as her daughter grows older and wants some privacy.

@kylebilton3948 7 місяців тому

Always so wonderful to see families choosing and thriving in a tiny house. Would love to hear or see more of families with 2 adults and 2 kids, seems like it's on the rarer side. Wonder if thats were tiny living meets its limit...

@giadagarrison2451 7 місяців тому

Beautiful, Beautiful!! Love the staircases, well furnished not so tiny (from the inside) house. The sense of privacy but also the freedom. What a place for mother and little daughter. Thank you Bryce and Rasa for nourishing more great inspirations!!

@ItsAshiqa 7 місяців тому

Seeing all the different color dolls in the daughter’s bedroom really just melted my heart 🥹❤️

@calicocavalier2254 7 місяців тому

🥰🥰🥰 this is so lovely! Also - I appreciate the railings on the stairs for safety!

@TamaraJoy7 7 місяців тому

As people have mentioned, the blonde natural timber in this home is absolutely beautiful and really gives it a fresh, light, airy feeling! It’s definitely a design to save and copy one day!

@vanlifeshots 7 місяців тому

This is by far my favourite tiny house I've seen. Such a great design. Would love to live in a place like this. Thanks for sharing your home with us :)

@gwenlepard-radiantrelation868 7 місяців тому

This is a complete favorite. The stairs, privacy, huge kitchen, all the plants, gardening, and the parking spot! Wow! Then Kristy mentioned Ecstatic Dance! What a wonderful village to raise children and have personal freedom!

@marareyes1956 7 місяців тому

I can relate to her, i dont have a TV in the house too. Good because i divert my time to other precious things

@miekesmit7012 7 місяців тому

This looks like a Raglan tiny home one. Exquisite finishes.

@designzip5890 7 місяців тому

That staircase was cool. Had the air of an imperial staircase from a mansion 😁

@marisamoeller1718 7 місяців тому

What a beautiful home and life Kirsty has made for herself and her daughter! Gorgeous, light and spacious tiny home with an amazing property to share with her tiny "Village"!

@melindaczibula5903 7 місяців тому

Absolute love! Great energy& intention behind this one. I love the brightness of the home, the nice cabinets, kitchen as well. She created a beautiful home.

@OcalaBrew 7 місяців тому

I love everything about this beautiful, warm home. I wish I had one like it.

@andymiranda527 7 місяців тому

What a gorgeous tiny home. It is well built and very spacious. We love the use of wood throughout the home.

@lisasantiago2784 7 місяців тому

Love her home, the simplicity of the interior and the single color tone used all over.

@jennyfulcher8035 7 місяців тому

What a lovely, well-thought out tiny home for Kirsty and her daughter. I love the wrap-around couch that you covered yourself, the duel stairs with storage, lots of plants and windows, and a spacious kitchen area. Your garden with an orchard and veggies, a community of tiny homes, bonfire, and children running in and out. Thanks for sharing. Jenny USA

@AnastasiaCooper 7 місяців тому

I love the loft for the child - this really has potential for her to be her room into her teens. Very good choice on installing doors. Imho the key to having a good life at a shared space is the possibility to be for oneself every once in a while.

@carolinahndz3946 7 місяців тому

What a lovely woman , she inspires me a lot , I really love what she has done and the way of her living ... Less is more than enough , living a life of contentment ❤

@Aelrandir 7 місяців тому

I love the layout on this one. Dual loft designs with stairs are some of my favorite, it's what I'm hoping to build.

@mollylundquist9145 7 місяців тому

Please, please, puh-leeeeez do 100 tiny house videos a month. I love them so much. What a treasure this last house is: beautiful inside and out. The stair case is stunning, and the kitchen is lovely, just the right size: it doesn't take over the downstairs yet looks beautifully functional. Love this one. It's my favorite, but then EVERY one is my favorite. Thanks so much for these videos: they make me so happy.

@buddymccormack8668 7 місяців тому

the wider design makes so much difference in the livability of a Tiny House.

@zaQba 7 місяців тому

This is a very beautiful home. I love seeing how her daughter can have her own privacy and she can definitely grow up there. Very nice layout overall

@kanyisantombini8793 7 місяців тому

I love the fact that it is child-friendly. This is the kind of tiny house I would get as having children is very important to me

@HannahMitchell-Art 7 місяців тому

Fantastic design, and especially the doors on the rooms! I would live in this in a heartbeat

@terrinew9474 7 місяців тому

I really like this tiny home because she has height, I love the stairs so cool. Very spacious.

@kentweston-arnold1881 7 місяців тому

The team at Raglan Tiny Homes do such an amazing job! The attention to detail and thoughtful practicality of their designs is amazing. Amazing what Kirsty has done with this beautiful home!

@carolmcmillan1108 7 місяців тому

Love this home it’s such a great design and also love Kirsty’s vision and lifestyle 👌

@christineingram55 7 місяців тому

I love the design of this one and the way the stairs are as well as the bedrooms.The downstairs too is very open and works better than others too .I hope they make many happy memories in their home 🥰

@garywarren5048 7 місяців тому

Love the lounge area. The dark exterior and light interior contrast is so good.

@chloehagen 7 місяців тому

Beautiful home Kirsty! What a parking spot, it is absolutely stunning! I love hearing stories like this about community living too, just brilliant! 🧡💛

@snezhananikolova1971 7 місяців тому

Wow! It's the best tiny house I have seen in a long time! Good job, mama!

@michellen.yamaguchi3958 7 місяців тому

I love it. I'm more motivated to save to have this kind of exclusive place of mine. Cleverly designed for functionality purpose, tiny yet elegant

@ruthiebabe3638 7 місяців тому

Another lovely house with a beautiful outside area. 😊 This way of living always looks so inviting and relaxing. I would love to do it someday.

@sarameitner6770 7 місяців тому

It, simply said, has everything: loving family and community, beautiful surroundings - inside and out. A perfect vision.

@SDesi706 7 місяців тому

You are very inspiring, Kirsty. What a wonderful place and way to live.

@CarrieMHB222 7 місяців тому

I think it’s funny how Kiwis have an upturn in pitch, like they’re talking in questions.

@chichih9631 7 місяців тому

Love the design of this home. I could absolutely live there!

@tonymartin9938 7 місяців тому

One of the best tiny houses I have seen. Will cope as the kid becomes a teen. Most will not. Would miss a tv/monitor as I like to watch utube etc.

@janmoline 7 місяців тому

Gorgeous!!! Love it, everything about it. Love the village aspect, as well! Wonderful!!!

@WinnieLuthienThye 7 місяців тому

This tiny is really pretty, doesnt feel tiny at all! Love the design choices and the material choices. Such an expansive and comfortable space for mom and daughter. ❤

@marlooostmeyer2778 7 місяців тому

I love it!!! Beautiful home, one of my favorites to date. My husband and I are planning to sell our conventional home in a year or two, buy a piece of land, and build some tiny's for people to stay in (short term rentals) and enjoy nature and quiet. This was really inspiring for me to see. Thank you!

@billgatesho8039 5 місяців тому

Good luck!

@georginaprice1530 7 місяців тому

Thank you so much for sharing your home, and lifestyle. Love the comment about no tv, avoiding the "less bad". Me too, for over 10 years. Always curious about some practical aspects - energy and water consumption, particularly in these times of climate change, unpredictable weather. Noticed the heat pump on the tiny home, and solar panels on an adjacent home. Thanks again.

@elizzy8754 7 місяців тому

Yes, I agree about no TV. Haven't had TV since 2007! I too would be interested in energy, heating, cooling, water supply and water collection, solar panels (Kirsty obviously has an internet connection). Great house and environment.

@1964Msbea 7 місяців тому

i love this tiny house, it doesn't feel cramped even at the loft. light and spacious and also having neighbors close by is a bonus.

@karengossett1475 7 місяців тому

I noticed her book..Gratitude. This young lady has gifted her daughter with a lovely lifestyle! I am sure they are both grateful 🙏💞

@Sammy-hi4jy 7 місяців тому

A dark green siding on the tiny house would be great to blend in to the environment…

@annepoitrineau5650 7 місяців тому

I love this house! Up there among my favourites! Thank you!

@opalsmith7030 7 місяців тому

I love the 2 loft design with bedroom doors! The set of stairs....lovely

@denisebd1000 7 місяців тому

I love this tiny home and definitely what I would want for retirement. 2 bedrooms is key for me!

@missybekind5022 7 місяців тому

Kirsty, & her daughter are living the dream! How wonderful to be able to have all of the delicious fruits and veggies within your reach!! That's a prime example of tuning all the negative out of your life No TV!! 🎉 Sending good Vibes & wishing many years of happiness in living the perfect/smart lifestyle!! ✌️💜

@contempl8ive 7 місяців тому

The simplicity and spaciousness of your decor is a relief to see. Living newly in a tiny home myself, I am quickly learning how less is more in size and quantity. Your outdoor fire area is something I am looking forward to getting set up at my place☺️

@sandy89107 7 місяців тому

I like how she can stand up in her room!

@pawprintsjersey5787 7 місяців тому

I like. Where does my energy want to flow today. I can feel calm serenity energy coming from you rustic home ❤. Beautiful. Freedom. Right down my street ❤❤

@bsworld2 7 місяців тому

Such a lovely house and garden 💙 and (note from a retired teacher), great job teaching your child knife skills 👏🏼

@Simonejoy12345 7 місяців тому

Wow what a life for her and her daughter ❤❤❤

@weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars 7 місяців тому

The outside looked like a luxurious black velvet finish 😍 Exquisite inside and out, in a beautiful setting with wonderful people. She has a fantastic wonderful home and environment for herself and her daughter ❤

@michelesmall3858 7 місяців тому

An incredible home on a beautiful setting. U have everything u need at an arm’s length away. A beautiful life. So we’ll done, Kirsty! Plz remember that Jesus loves ❤️u immensely! ❤️😊🙏

@Zazamarvel 7 місяців тому

Felt so warm and cosy watching this ❤ so happy for them

@missindependent1973 7 місяців тому

I really need my country 🇨🇦 to get on board with more Tiny Home communities…like NOW!!! We’re drowning with a lack of affordable housing and I really think this is a viable answer!

@GekonsSilvija 7 місяців тому

Oh.. wow..Thanks for sharing it with us, such an amazing home. It almost made me cry.. so beautiful. I really hope one day I could also have that "full circle moment".. 💜 Sending good wishes to everybody. ✨💖✨

@cannavaras 7 місяців тому

Love love love the Black exterior. I'll go put the kettle on and settle down for this.. Cheers Rasa and Bryce...

@livingbig 7 місяців тому

Thanks Andy! Enjoy the episode!

@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam 6 місяців тому

The color and minimalist interior help the entire home looks so spacious. That's an intelligent decision. 🥰🥰

@philiq18 7 місяців тому

Every time I think I've seen similar tiny houses, I'm always surprised by the personalization to make it different and their own. Thanks for another great find, Bryce.

@rolfingegypt2209 7 місяців тому

One of the most beautiful tiny houses i habe seen. Love the symmetry, it is giving lots of peace.

@hollyhasegawa6095 7 місяців тому

Beautiful tiny home that this wonderful mom created for her and her daughter. It has so many beautiful areas that seem to really be great for the both of them, also this village location is so wonderful. The outside is also so wonderful looking. Thanks so much Bryce and Rasa for another great video, have a great day, sending love and hugs, bye! 😂🥰🤗💕💜

@suezaple4950 7 місяців тому

What a wonderful enviroment for the young kid's to grow up in beautiful outside area. The tiny is lovely spaciouse and designed well love the outside walls the inside fantastic !👍 very bright and welcoming love that higher roof when entering. clever with the two stairways love it. Gorgouse room for her daughter lovley views . as is mom's . wonderful mom to her daughter and what a great community. Thumbs up to mom and the builder , blessing's for mom and daughter for their future.

@margueritedilosa2944 7 місяців тому

Love the home , being able to stand up in the bedroom , the community is such a bonus , fresh eating and growing your own veggies ! Top Marks for everything !

@shivamlotusway 7 місяців тому

It is not just the house but the story that engage me.

@constantinep.9357 7 місяців тому

Amazing space inside. I couldn't think of anything better for a small child. What a beautiful way to grow up.

@MissBonnieMcSquirrely 7 місяців тому

I hope I really come full circle one day too and after watching you for so many years I'll end up showcasing my tiny house when you and Rasa come for another USA tiny tour ;) I keep manifesting!