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10 Great Alternative Housing Ideas PLUS Loads of Inspiring Examples, Pros & Cons and More!
In this video we’ve rounded up 10 alternative housing ideas, including Earthships, float homes, natural buildings, tiny houses, and more. Plus we share some pros and cons about each one.
We’ve been exploring and filming alternative homes for close to 10 years now and we’ve seen hundreds of incredible and unique spaces, so we have a lot to share!
We just want to quickly mention that “alternative housing” for us is anything that’s a little bit different. For example it might be a different building technique, material, or size.
It’s also important to know that alternative housing is often off the beaten path and the housing options might not be possible everywhere, or work for every budget or climate, so it’s important to do lots of research before jumping into anything head first.
There are so many different places and different ways to live in this world, that it can be a bit overwhelming to choose just one. Some good advice we got during our exploring is that it’s helpful to get clear on what the main goal is, whether it’s affordability, personal health, environmental sustainability, quality of life, etc. and then use that knowledge as a guide.
All of the homes and spaces in this video have a full-length video on the Exploring Alternatives UA-cam channel. We've included categorized playlists below to make it easier to track down any alternative homes that catch your eye in the video!
Thanks for watching :)
PLAYLISTS
1 - Tiny Houses on Wheels
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILesvfcdBQ8tIEKUtfbB3pEJ-.html
2 - Yurts
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILetboDH-ivMD-t6zNFkapGkf.html
3 - Boats
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILetUHeNcqZKglBNIVaQ0DxFt.html
4 - Shipping Container Homes
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILetNxYydLx7v2y1xdSCU-hkK.html
5 - Float Homes
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILevhKRQ6Ji9KD17NuiPqCd6-.html
6 - Earthships
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILeszhgpmnHfNQwoRgAcXYBXr.html
7 - Natural Buildings
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILetk0gaWu1W-71ltTRMBjpNi.html
8 - Passive Houses
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILet6Jy5pF39nfPCVQV4gvS0A.html
9 - Converted Vehicles and Trailers
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILet9KTmTTC4tMEVxLSqxizVU.html
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILetb4rIo48-6kgYtD0xDtc5E.html
10 - Small Spaces
ua-cam.com/play/PLslKBpzJILevVJMNtIPfMq66QdLpFbuTV.html
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*Except 2 narrowboat clips which were filmed by Inspired by Nature on UA-cam
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @allabadiadib7287
    @allabadiadib7287 42 хвилини тому

    Privately owned😶

  • @crownofhair
    @crownofhair 45 хвилин тому

    Working with all curved lines is next level expert craftsmanship. What a stunning home!

  • @user-vk9fg6qj2u
    @user-vk9fg6qj2u 2 години тому

    Суперкруто

  • @jchendrix
    @jchendrix 2 години тому

    None of this is affordable, costs are over £210,000.00 for a base model then you have to find and pay for a mooring. basically all water homes are unattainable to most common people and can only be enjoyed by the rich.

  • @oliviaharrison-xw7dz
    @oliviaharrison-xw7dz 8 годин тому

    @oliviaharrison-xw7dz 0 seconds ago It is really sad that Acorn Tiny Homes is no longer in business because you can see from the attention to detail, listening to who the client is and the quality of the work that they produced an exceptional product. I wish you all the luck in the world for whatever shape your new future becomes.

  • @jazzogbonnie
    @jazzogbonnie 9 годин тому

    Awesome garden you've created there! What zone are you in?

  • @maoriboy7619
    @maoriboy7619 9 годин тому

    Damn girl I'm jealous u got the life on that island good on u

  • @js231
    @js231 10 годин тому

    ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS❤

  • @Houseproudasamotherhen
    @Houseproudasamotherhen 10 годин тому

    This isn’t a feel good story.

  • @paulaross4495
    @paulaross4495 11 годин тому

    I just stumbled on this channel and saw this video. I’m really impressed. He’s thought about practically everything. Excellent Micha!

  • @ILM2219
    @ILM2219 11 годин тому

    Encouraging... Thank you :)

  • @jryland6
    @jryland6 14 годин тому

    I love everything about this home; especially its efficiency & storage ideas.

  • @shawnc958
    @shawnc958 14 годин тому

    Oh I sooo love this !! Thank you for sharing !!!

  • @SKETCH_YWEALTH.
    @SKETCH_YWEALTH. 14 годин тому

    Thats my cousin!!!!! Go Micah ✊🏾

  • @Craig.Perth.Western.Australia
    @Craig.Perth.Western.Australia 15 годин тому

    Looks pretty there. What a life enjoy. Thanks for sharing Cheers 🍷🥂

  • @funkydave100
    @funkydave100 15 годин тому

    is it possible to use something different than straw, perhaps tree bark or twigs from trees as in my area not a lot of straw and its also costly to buy any suggestions are welcome, sand i would have to buy buts its available

  • @enigmatic_mist280
    @enigmatic_mist280 15 годин тому

    No tiny or rv in backyard in NJ. Hope there is more wide adoption bc I would like a tiny to live in.

  • @Carlosarturogg
    @Carlosarturogg 16 годин тому

    greetings to all! One question: what make and model is this double-masted sailboat. Thank you

  • @shawnc958
    @shawnc958 16 годин тому

    How would this hold up in climates like Puerto Rico with heavy rains, and hurricanes with 100mph plus winds

  • @evajimenez-fd6lr
    @evajimenez-fd6lr 17 годин тому

    This is the stuff we all should be learning. I am very interested. Can anyone in Northern California teach me?

  • @vihreelinja4743
    @vihreelinja4743 23 години тому

    Dude have a WHOLE FORREST behind his house but choose to burn half rotten driftwood xD what the hell? I see a dozen dead trees that will fall in the next storm. Cut those up if you dont want to cut living trees. Also. Why in the hell are muricans drying wood as huge chunks that take forever to dry. Smaller firewood also burn more efficiently creating less tar and creosolite...

  • @xyzpharaoh123
    @xyzpharaoh123 23 години тому

    Superb looks and sounds like heaven

  • @b.c.4902
    @b.c.4902 День тому

    Growing in bags is a great idea!!!

  • @b.c.4902
    @b.c.4902 День тому

    I lover her energy, so positive ❤❤❤❤

  • @diosdehuecomundo
    @diosdehuecomundo День тому

    This brought me to tears. Off grid living is amazing. Unfortunately it's only just becoming a thing in germany and the people that have started living their life this way unsually have to invest a lot of money first. If I ever end up buying a plot I'll try my best to make this work. Until then I'll start with small things. Balcony garden, saving and collecting water, keeping heating to a minimum, rethinking what I need electricity for, etc. Such an inspiring video. Thank you for sharing :)

  • @rosalindd1386
    @rosalindd1386 День тому

    I so love your home ! Very roomy & you have everything you need ! Perfect !

  • @MarkyMark21
    @MarkyMark21 День тому

    hello what is the bicarbonate material you use to cool your greenhouse? is it baking soda? please respond

  • @elscruffomcscruffy8371
    @elscruffomcscruffy8371 День тому

    Love that you included a bath!! I hope there is also a little woodfire too

  • @ElissaMitchell
    @ElissaMitchell День тому

    Thank you for the details. I love watching all the different container models here on UA-cam you’re the first that I’ve seen that explains how everything works with the cooling system on the container homes even when you mention about the plumbing and the drains that’s a big deal. Excellent Job💫💫💫✨✨💫💫💫💫🏆🏆🏆🔥🔥🔥

    • @ElissaMitchell
      @ElissaMitchell День тому

      You right about that my goal is to build 3 for my children & myself to have our own community 💫

  • @ashleygrimes2828
    @ashleygrimes2828 День тому

    this is absolutely awesome! i hope i get there one day

  • @cacambell72
    @cacambell72 День тому

    She's got health issues, so now he has to move to the city. Giving up his sweetlife, because of her. Typical woman; take, take ,take.

  • @aovoonthefarmsouthernillin3687

    Nice video.

  • @timothy4weigel
    @timothy4weigel День тому

    You guys are great. ❤

  • @nicolebury2743
    @nicolebury2743 День тому

    I am from Haiti

  • @dougcruickshank7393
    @dougcruickshank7393 День тому

    Wonderful 👍😊

  • @JustCarolS
    @JustCarolS День тому

    I'll tell you why they government uses Round-Up, it's a Monsanto product which is part of the Deep State which controls all world governments. .

  • @kimparrish1910
    @kimparrish1910 День тому

    Love yellow door. I stumbled upon this one just recently. How did I not know😂. You are a Gardner’s inspiration Asia. Look forward to all your upcoming videos

  • @felipebelaustegui7801
    @felipebelaustegui7801 День тому

    Muy bonito..🇦🇷

  • @spaghettihorse1
    @spaghettihorse1 День тому

    Where is this located?

  • @JoeRocket-sf6qs
    @JoeRocket-sf6qs День тому

    Need a hundred permits to do that now,you will be soon forced to comply with government regulations or destroy what you have built by their orders.

  • @ashj2413
    @ashj2413 День тому

    Amazing work. Thanks for sharing.

  • @karenking3574
    @karenking3574 2 дні тому

    My first thought...Hobbit homes.

  • @bobeden5027
    @bobeden5027 2 дні тому

    It does not have any sails, so how can you call it a sail boat?

  • @Southernfolk8644
    @Southernfolk8644 2 дні тому

    This is gorgeous

  • @yogasagar..sagarpuri..6616
    @yogasagar..sagarpuri..6616 2 дні тому

    Nice

  • @oraltosun
    @oraltosun 2 дні тому

    Yurt: It is the name given to the traditional tents of the Turks. YURT means "place to live" in Turkish.

  • @poppy-rose1999
    @poppy-rose1999 2 дні тому

    Calling savings privilege is so 'today'. She sounded almost apologetic that she worked and saved when in reality that is something to be proud of. Good on her for investing her time and efforts into her future by building not renting.

  • @tuyduyenhoaiduc
    @tuyduyenhoaiduc 2 дні тому

    Rau củ trái ở đây thấy sum sê quá... nhiều lại rau khác lạ

  • @sanelcorbeg8351
    @sanelcorbeg8351 2 дні тому

    Only one Solar Panel??????? Whats wrong with you??

  • @angelbulldog4934
    @angelbulldog4934 2 дні тому

    I'm more traditional (like a 20s cottage), but this is intriguing. I'd enjoy visiting from time to time.