The tiny house movement has arrived and is taking over much of the programming on channels such as HGTV, DIY and even TLC. But for most people, the idea of downsizing to a few hundred square feet is just not even imaginable. In fact, many homeowners in Arizona have a swimming pool that is larger than 300 square feet. But there are some other great uses for these tiny additions that would increase your property value as well as meet some other, more personal wants and need.

The She Shack or Man Cave

In recent years a new term has been coined to describe the room where the guys go to watch football, throw darts, play poker, watch a race or swap fishing stories over a few beers. The Man Cave has become that masculine space for guys to gather, socialize and just relax away from all of the distractions of work and the outside world. And the feminine counterpart to the man cave has now begun to have a strong following as well. The She Shack is a place for ladies to get away from the daily grind. You might picture these posh spaces as a tiny little private spa, reading nook or wine bistro depending on the taste and favorite activity of the She Shack Queen. If your home is lacking space for a She Shack, a Man Cave, or both, then adding a tiny house or two to your property is the perfect way to create these relaxing environments. [Read more…]