Tiny Homes

The "tiny homes" project officially began in June of 2018 with the arrival of the custom-built steel mobile foundation on wheels. This first tiny home incorporates many of the architectural features of the larger House of Paul & Eva's Roost  on the property, while adding a few that are unique to Tiny House of Paul. The house serves as a model for those who are interesting in having a unique small house of their own. If you would like to come and visit or have an overnight stay, please contact us and arrange a time. We'd love to show you around!

More photos on Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture or  #cobdencenterforlostarts

Custom-designed Tiny Homes by Paul J. Frank
​Paul's unique style and craftsmanship will be obvious in all aspects of his tiny homes.  All designs are 8'6"wide X 24' long X 13'6" height with a loft accessible by a steps rather than a ladder. The tiny homes are heated and cooled with an energy efficient mini-split system. Custom options are available for those who place an order with 50% down.

Options include:

• solar power back-up or full solar system (extra)
• radiant heat flooring (extra)
•  flush toilet (efficient) or composting toilet(extra)
•  appliances - standard model or you choose(extra)
• round window and arched doorways (extra) 
•  hemp & other natural products for insulation/construction materials(extra)
• ​ location of windows & doors
• cedar siding & shakes on exterior or your choose
• woodstove(extra)
• other​

 All tiny homes meet height, weight and measurement requirements for travel & delivery. If you are interested in contracting Paul to design and/or build a custom tiny home for you, please contact us HERE.

Design #1 - Tiny House of Paul
Scroll down through the pictures and see the progress of this beautiful tiny home from June 2018 until completion of the exterior. A brief description appears when you tap on each picture. You can see interior photos on Instagram @tiny_artchitecture. Various people have been part of construction as learners & volunteers. We appreciate their efforts to bring this project to life.

Two students preparing the walls before raising.

Pine studs for the basic framing of the tiny house.

Paul is there every step of the way.

An exciting day! The basic structure is up!

The home is taking shape with help from this original oak ladder, built by Paul when he was 26.

Framing the loft.

Reverse rafter with exposed pine ceiling. Three and a half inches of foam insulation.

Amber is Paul's right hand man, or left hand woman, or both!! She is indispensable :)

Preparing the roof for permanent waterproofing.

All materials for the Tiny House of Paul are purchased locally, mostly from Rusty's of Anna. Supporting the local economy.

Preparing the round window frame for the bathroom.

Round window insert ready to go.

The view from the bathroom at least for now.

Large picture window for a beautiful view from the living room.

Other end is utility shed that will house the inner workings of the home.

Wire is mounted in preparation for stucco. Cedar trim mimics Paul's furniture designs.

Paul and Amber build a deck to get the feel of the home in it's permanent location.

Entire house is waterproofed top to bottom. Cedar shakes are pleasing to the eye and a nice accent on either end of the home.

Wall inserts ready for the loft. These panels are removable and loft roof can be lowered for transport.

Final adjustments to panels and finishing trim on the home.

Utility shed coming along nicely. Unique window similar to the third floor window in House of Paul.

Finishing the trim and roof on the backside of the home.

Many hot days and stormy days during this project. Time for work indoors, including cleaning the woodshop.

Roof loft lowered in preparation for a storm. All waterproofed and ready.

Stainless steel bottom, sturdy steel frame and now for the first layer of floor insulation.

Every window has a different shape and size. This one is in the laundry/bathroom area.

The upper view from the laundry/bathroom area.

More cedar shakes have arrived from Canada :)

Authentic Western Red Cedar all the way from Maple Ridge, B.C. Canada.

This beautiful storage bump out will hold all the inner workings of Tiny House of Paul.

The shop has never looked so good thanks to Amber's diligence.

Glass windows have been constructed and installed.

Taking measurements for all of the systems.

Second layer of foam insulation is down and grooves have been cut for radiant floor heating system.

Metal heat emission fins will make radiant heat even more efficient. Radiantec sent along t-shirts for Paul and Amber. Paul has worked with their radiant flooring systems for thirty years.

Margie comes by when she can to help out. Placing these metal fins is quite satisfying :)

So many parts! The mechanical room of the tiny home is well on it's way.

The mini-spiit system is installed (bottom right) and will efficiently cool and circulate air in the the tiny home.

Many thanks to Rusty's Home Center in Anna, Illinois for providing most of the products used in the tiny home. From plumbing parts inside to cedar shakes outside, they are keeping things moving.

Insulation in the walls begins in the living room.

A layer of plywood on top of the radiant floor hearing system and foam layer. Now it's time for cement board.

Building outside means working with the weather. Nice weather means it's time to paint the trim.

After trim is painted, the first layer of stucco is being applied. The ceramic tile has arrived! Things are happening fast!

As stucco dries, ceramic tile is laid down. Alternating between these two jobs is labor intensive for Paul & Charlie.

Ceramic tile in the living room. Looking good!

Paul has applied alot of stucco in his life. He makes it look easy.

Charlie finishes up the hard to reach areas of trim and stucco.

Trim complete. First layer of stucco complete. Whew!

First layer of stucco is complete. Second layer begins soon.

Second layer of stucco complete. Just in time for the cooler weather and Charlie's road trip.

Light through the trees makes lovely patterns on Tiny House of Paul. It's November now. Time to go inward.

Front door is up. No window yet. Just trying it for size.

Arched wood cedar door compliments the house so well.

Welcome to Tiny House of Paul :)

Paul J. Frank Tiny Homes designs & orders custom-built trailers by Matt Buttry:
                            MB Welding & Fabrication'
                            Cape Girardeau, MO
                            Contact: mbuttry5@gmail.com

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