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The Best Episodes of Tiny House, Big Living

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 11 - Traveling Actor's Tiny House
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Traveling Actor's Tiny House

    S2:E11

    An actor inspired by Thoreau's Walden wants a mobile tiny house that's off the grid and eco-friendly.

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  2. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 1 - Jenna and Guillaume's Adventure House-on-Wheels
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    #2 - Jenna and Guillaume's Adventure House-on-Wheels

    S1:E1

    Jenna Spesard and Guillaume Dutilh don't want roots. These 20-somethings plan to make America their backyard with an adventure house-on-wheels. They've studied the options and decided to build their dream tiny home from scratch, but which builder has just the right plans to make their vision come to fruition? Tumbleweed Tiny House Company out of Sonoma, California, features a range of tiny beauties that are customizable. Our couple can let the company's team of builders make it from scratch for $45,000+ or they can pour sweat equity into the project and save half the price.

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  3. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 2 - Derek and Mary's Little House on the Prairie
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    #3 - Derek and Mary's Little House on the Prairie

    S1:E2

    Tiny house enthusiasts and young military couple Derek and Mary Voight have decided to hire a builder to do all the heavy lifting. They lend a hand on occasion to speed up the process but they prefer letting a pro tackle the tricky business of building a sturdy house that's agile enough to be pulled by a two-ton truck. The Voights hire builder and tiny home dweller Greg Parham to design and construct their dream home at his construction site in Durango, Colorado.

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  4. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 3 - Chloe and Brandon's modern-day Gypsy Wagon
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    #4 - Chloe and Brandon's modern-day Gypsy Wagon

    S1:E3

    Freelance set designers Chloe and Brandon spend much of their lives moving from city to city where they work on movie sets. They want a permanent home and they have the perfect solution: a tiny house-on-wheels. What happens when two creative artists design such an abode? You get a one-of-a-kind tiny house influenced by pirate ships, gypsy caravans and movie sets!

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  5. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 4 - College Student's Tiny Farmhouse
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    #5 - College Student's Tiny Farmhouse

    S1:E4

    When full-time college student, Kaitlin Snyder-Patterson, came to the conclusion that renting an apartment was bleeding her dry, she took a serious interest in the tiny house movement. And, when her dad, Mike Snyder, heard that his daughter was serious about becoming debt free, he quickly volunteered his build and engineering expertise to help his daughter's tiny house dream come true. Where Mike has the mad construction skills, Kaitlin has über artistic sense. Together, they build a fun and functional rent-free residence that includes a hidden staircase.

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  6. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 5 - Tiny House with Special Creature Comforts
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    #6 - Tiny House with Special Creature Comforts

    S1:E5

    Trevor and Mary are creating a tiny house outside of Dayton, Ohio, that suits both their needs -- and those of their four cats! It's a house unlike any other tiny dwelling thanks to cat bridges and walkways throughout the plan. The creature comforts also include two spacious lofts, a foldaway office, big appliances, and a view unlike any other. The lucky couple is planting their tiny house on the family's wildlife refuge. Trevor and Mary are trading volunteer help with the animals in exchange for free parking. This tiny house build will certainly lead to lots of wild adventures!

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 6 - Jenn Baxter's Decked Out Tiny House
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    #7 - Jenn Baxter's Decked Out Tiny House

    S1:E6

    Jenn Baxter's inspiration for her tiny house came after her mother passed away and she was reading one of her mother's journals. An entry about letting fear stop you in your tracks made Jenn realize that she needed to follow her dream. She immediately hired a builder and created a one-of-a-kind tiny house that includes a rooftop deck, breakfast bar with a hidden washer/dryer and lots and lots of cubby holes and secret storage.

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  8. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 7 - Jewel Pearson's Tiny House Gem
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    #8 - Jewel Pearson's Tiny House Gem

    S1:E7

    North Carolina project manager Jewel Pearson can't wait to leave her apartment lifestyle behind and embark on her very own tiny house journey! Built for a queen, this modern 330-square foot design might seem a bit extravagant to an outsider. But for Jewel, a 6 ft. by 3 ft. closet is a necessity! So are the screened-in porch and a balcony! Jewel, aka Ms. Gypsy Soul, plans to blend all of her favorite household luxuries with the freedom of the open road!

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  9. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 8 - Austin and Kaytlyn's Kansas City Tiny House
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    #9 - Austin and Kaytlyn's Kansas City Tiny House

    S1:E8

    Newlyweds Austin and Kaytlyn Averill are making it official and trading in their 1200-square-foot home for a tiny house love nest! The best part of living 'cozy' is that Boone, the Averill's 150-lb St. Bernard puppy, will always be able to keep his human companions in sight!

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  10. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 9 - Jarrod and Ali's Tiny Winery Homes
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    #10 - Jarrod and Ali's Tiny Winery Homes

    S1:E9

    Jarrod and Ali Boyle have always loved living tiny. Both remember a time when life was simpler with few material possessions, and, at a moment's notice they could take off in their small camper to go exploring on our great nation's highways. Having a family, left that life behind.....until now! As owners of a Washington family winery, Jarrod and Ali wish to re-visit their tiny, carefree past with not one tiny house but TWO! Each tiny home will possess its own unique style. And here's the twist... the Boyles challenge two teams of builders to create the most amazing tiny guest abode ever! Bragging rights are at stake when these two teams go neck-and-neck to build the best 'tiny' in only ten days!

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  11. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 10 - Kris and Betty's Colorado Cottage-on-Wheels
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    #11 - Kris and Betty's Colorado Cottage-on-Wheels

    S1:E10

    Kris Anderson and Betty Johnston are on a mission for freedom. They were both working dead-end jobs in Oklahoma, trying to balance work and their passions, when they saw a documentary about tiny houses and made a plan. Kris, an aspiring artist, and Betty, a hair and makeup stylist, are creating a tiny house-on- wheels that will allow them to work from anywhere across the country. Their dream home is based on one of Kris' original designs!

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  12. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 11 - Rob's Eco- Living Tiny House
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    #12 - Rob's Eco- Living Tiny House

    S1:E11

    Rob Irwin knows a lot about form and function working together, which is absolutely necessary to tiny-house living. This industrial designer is building a 300-square feet house with all sorts of engineering feats and eco-friendly features including a butterfly-angled roof that captures rain water, an attached chicken coop that lets you grab fresh eggs from inside the house, an aquaponics system where he can grow fresh herbs year-round, solar panels for heating, and even an efficient climbing wall to get to the loft! This is eco-living tiny-style!

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  13. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 12 - Charles and Dakota's Tiny Bus House
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Charles and Dakota's Tiny Bus House

    S1:E12

    The tiny house movement is all about restoring old materials. Charles Kern and Dakota Hills are taking the idea one step further. They purchased an old bus and are transforming it into a tiny house unlike any other! They're popping the top, adding wood paneling, handcrafted cabinetry and a rooftop deck to convert the space into their own personal cozy cabin. The coolest feature of all? Their Murphy bed/office desk/yoga studio.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 13 - Mark and Angela's Tiny Road House
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    #14 - Mark and Angela's Tiny Road House

    S1:E13

    Pipeline controls specialist Mark Eaves and wife Angela Eaves, an ultrasound technologist, don't believe everything in Texas needs to be big - especially when it comes to their house! The two need to relocate often for work and they're tired of constantly moving from one rental to another. The perfect solution? A tiny home-on-wheels that goes wherever they go. No need to pack and unpack ever again!

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  15. Tiny House, Big Living Season 1 Episode 14 - Alex and Lance's Amazing Unfoldable Tiny House
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    #15 - Alex and Lance's Amazing Unfoldable Tiny House

    S1:E14

    Building designers and business partners Alex Gore and Lance Cayko want something better than an old-fashioned recreational vehicle to take on the road and take in the countryside. They imagine a tiny house-on-wheels with a glass wall that allows you to view nature from the indoors! They also want one side of the house to unfold and form a deck for parties and family gatherings. They envision a tiny house that's both family and couple friendly. Alex and his fiancé, Annie, plan to take the house they call Atlas on their honeymoon this summer. Lance will use it for a vacation home with his kids. Like its nickname, you won't want to hit the road without this tiny house in tow!

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 1 - Hawaiian Tiny House
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    #16 - Hawaiian Tiny House

    S2:E1

    Nathan and Jenny build their own 314-square-foot yurt on Hawaii's North Shore. Their tiny home is complete with a separate bathroom yurt and an aquaponics pond for growing produce.

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  17. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 2 - Tiny Surf House
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    #17 - Tiny Surf House

    S2:E2

    Mark and Jen want a tiny house in Naples, Florida, where they can paddleboard to the gulf and soak in the sun

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  18. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 3 - Tricked-Out Tiny House
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    #18 - Tricked-Out Tiny House

    S2:E3

    Caitlin and Zach Hogan want a tiny house that perfectly fits the needs of their family of four. The only catch? The cozy home must be finished before the family moves to Nevada for a new career opportunity.

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  19. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 4 - Chrissy's Tiny Green Home
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    #19 - Chrissy's Tiny Green Home

    S2:E4

    Chrissy wants to incorporate as many reclaimed or reused materials as she can in her tiny house build in Burlington, VT, but her builder Seth isn't too keen on the idea. Will Chrissy have to give up on some of her "green" dreams?

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 5 - Texas Tiny House
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    #20 - Texas Tiny House

    S2:E5

    Texans Cody and Alexia St. John are designing a tiny house around its resale value. The beautiful 28-foot home boasts an adjustable loft floor, a custom armoire and a full-size kitchen. Will their family agree it's the right move?

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 6 - Joe & April's Tiny Dream Home
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    #21 - Joe & April's Tiny Dream Home

    S2:E6

    After a near-death experience, Joe and April have decided it's time to change and get a tiny house. Builders Bruce and Bart create a sleek home with a gourmet kitchen and plenty of space for their daughter Sophie.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 7 - Tiny House for Three
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    #22 - Tiny House for Three

    S2:E7

    Expectant parents Tom and Hannah are eager to move from their travel trailer to a roomier 300-square-foot tiny house. Hannah wants to have a home birth in their new place, so the house must be finished in just a few weeks.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 8 - Tiny House Work-in-Progress
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    #23 - Tiny House Work-in-Progress

    S2:E8

    Unanticipated relocation forces Sam and Ellee to move to California in their half-finished tiny house. Can they stay motivated in order to finish the build, or will the stress get to them?

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  24. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 9 - Tiny Thrifty Ski Cabin
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Tiny Thrifty Ski Cabin

    S2:E9

    Bridget and Billy are leaving their expensive Denver rental to build a tiny house on a tight budget and take it on the ultimate road trip back to Portland. Will they have what it takes to get this house ready for the road trip?

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Tiny House, Big Living Season 2 Episode 10 - Tiny Fitness Nest
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    #25 - Tiny Fitness Nest

    S2:E10

    Personal trainers Mike and Jasmine want a house that's tailored to their fitness lifestyle. They get a 330-square-foot fitness nest with a climbing wall and weight storage.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Traveling Actor's Tiny House" is the best rated episode of "Tiny House, Big Living". It scored 8.5/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/11/2016. This episode scored 8.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Jenna and Guillaume's Adventure House-on-Wheels".