Topics We Cover
ToGaze covers tiny houses and off-grid living across 27 sections — the homes, the designs, the off-grid systems, the rules and the money behind them. Every section is a live feed; start with the ideas, then follow the daily coverage.
Tiny Homes & Design
Small homes, thoughtfully designed.
Off-Grid Living
Life beyond the grid — power, water, food and freedom.
Build, Buy & Money
From first sketch to moving in — and paying for it.
Know-How & More
Guides, answers and tools for the tiny life.
- State Guides — state-by-state rules and guides.
- How-To & FAQ — how-tos and answers to common questions.
- Comparisons — side-by-side comparisons to help you choose.
- Quizzes — fun quizzes for tiny-house lovers.
- Tiny Calculators — calculators for size, cost and weight.
- Fresh — the newest ideas on ToGaze.
- Stay — places to stay in a tiny house.
- Live — live updates from ToGaze.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ToGaze cover?
ToGaze covers tiny houses and off-grid living — small-home ideas and designs, floor plans, off-grid power and water, building codes, costs, communities and DIY — across 27 sections.
How often is ToGaze updated?
New ideas are published regularly, and the homepage always shows the latest first.
How much does a tiny house cost?
It depends on size, build and location. Our cost guide, How Much Does a Tiny House Cost?, and the Costs & Budget section break it down.
Do I need permission to live in a tiny house?
Rules vary by place. Start with Building Codes and the State Guides for the rules where you plan to live.
Can I really live off grid?
Yes — thousands do. Living Off Grid and Off Grid Homes cover power, water, food and the homes built for it.
How can I follow ToGaze?
Follow ToGaze on Pinterest (@TinyHouseDesigns) for daily tiny-house ideas.
Should the ground under your tiny home be rented or owned? Compare upfront cost, tenure security, equity, move flexibility and rule exposure before you decide.
Park in a village of tiny homes or on land of your own? Compare monthly costs, rules, privacy, ready hookups and community life to choose your ground.
Shower water and toilet water need very different handling in a small home. Compare sources, treatment, reuse potential, rules and costs to design both streams well.
Propane or induction for a small kitchen? Compare off-grid fit, heat control, indoor air quality, running costs and surface safety to choose the right hob for your tiny...
Propane or electric? Compare off-grid fit, running costs, moisture, installation and safety checks before you heat your tiny house.
Loft or downstairs? Compare headroom, floor space, heat comfort, night access, safety and guest fit before you choose where your tiny house sleeps.
Insulation, frozen pipes, heating costs, snow and storm comfort — a cold-climate test of RVs and tiny houses for real winter living.
Build it yourself or hire a builder? An honest comparison of total cost — your hours included — plus time, quality control, custom freedom and resale trust.
