Her Tiny Home Proves Downsizing Doesn’t Mean Sacrificing Style

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Thank you Wild Grain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TINYHOME30 and use code “TINYHOME30” at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Join our newsletter for all things living tiny! https://bit.ly/THT-Newsletter Her Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/van_zanni/ Her Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.lacey.79/ Her Facebook Business Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586201559072 Take our quiz to find what tiny is right for you - https://bit.ly/tinyhomequiz Interested In Being Featured On The Channel? : http://bit.ly/Tour-Application VIDEO DESCRIPTION: After two years of traveling and living in just 77 square feet, Zanni was ready to slow down and put down roots. In this full tiny house tour, she shares how she transitioned from van life to a 397 sq ft tiny home in Florida, and how downsizing gave her financial freedom, creative space, and a deeper sense of purpose. If you’re considering downsizing to a tiny house, retiring into a smaller footprint, or simplifying your life, this tour is packed with practical insights on layout, budgeting, storage, and designing a home that supports your lifestyle. TINY HOUSE SPECS • 35 ft long x 8.5 ft wide x 14 ft tall • 397 square feet • Purchased shell for $19,500 • Finished build for just under $50,000 total • Paid in cash – no mortgage From a three-bedroom chalet in Vermont… to a van… to this grounded tiny home, Zanni walks us through every decision she made to create a space that reflects her healing-focused lifestyle. FUNCTIONAL TINY HOUSE KITCHEN (DESIGNED FOR REAL COOKING) As an herbalist and natural foods enthusiast, Zanni designed her tiny kitchen to double as an apothecary. Despite limited square footage, she prioritized: • Deep farmhouse sink • Full-size refrigerator with generous freezer • Soft-close cabinets (budgeted splurge) • Extended counter space for prep and herbal medicine • Functional kitchen work triangle (sink, stove, fridge) She worked around existing plumbing to create an open layout that doesn’t feel cramped—proof that smart design matters more than square footage. DINING AREA + HOME OFFICE + HERBAL APOTHECARY Her entrance area functions as: • Dining space • Work-from-home desk • Herbal tincture and essential oil station This multi-use layout is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to run a small business from their tiny house without renting additional commercial space. MEDITATION ROOM + GUEST SPACE One of the most unique features of this tiny home is the dedicated meditation “temple room.” • Futon converts to guest bed • Custom tall bookcase • East-facing windows for morning light • Yoga and meditation space • Peaceful, layered ceiling detail Instead of choosing a downstairs bedroom, Zanni prioritized this grounding space—an intentional tradeoff that reflects her values. LOFT BEDROOM • Queen-size bed • Skylight and cross-ventilation window • Minimal clothing storage • Downsized wardrobe (selling extras, storing seasonal items) If you’re worried about loft living as you get older, she shares her honest thoughts on why she chose it anyway. TINY BATHROOM WITH SMART UPGRADES • Custom tile shower (built with her son) • Window for natural light • Composting toilet (upgraded to a new system) • Open wardrobe storage with IKEA bins • “One in, one out” decluttering rule Her bathroom layout shows how thoughtful planning can make even the most challenging room functional in a small space. OUTDOOR LIVING IN A TINY HOUSE Living in Florida allows her to expand her footprint outdoors: • Outdoor shower with on-demand hot water • Garden space • Future deck plans • Shaded slab seating area Filmed by - https://www.instagram.com/theaveragebrad/ Edited by - https://www.instagram.com/filmbro_/ TINY HOME TOURS LINKS: Business Enquiries - [email protected] Chapters: 00:00 Tiny house tour and downsizing overview 00:13 Tiny house kitchen and herbalist apothecary layout 03:52 Wild Grain sourdough bread and pastry subscription 06:32 Multipurpose dining room and home office space 07:49 Moroccan inspired meditation temple and yoga room 09:29 Transitioning from van life to grounded living 10:26 Tiny house costs and total build budget 12:13 Storage stairs and integrated kitchen cabinets 13:01 Cozy bedroom loft with skylight views 14:20 Small bathroom design and minimalist clothing storage 16:57 Florida outdoor shower and on demand hot water 17:26 Exterior living space and tiny house foundation 18:20 Financial freedom and spiritual benefits of minimalism