I like this take on it even more.

http://cdn2.trueactivist.com/wp-cont...03-CRKXugy.jpg

I don't live in a tiny house but I do have a small home and garage. Aside from the usual expenses such as taxes, utilities and maintenance, it has saved me a bundle over the years.

I don't buy crap I don't need because I have no place to keep it.

Ben Franklin: Simplify, simplify.

Crowbob: Simplify.

Some nice design there Sid. After living in a metal structure for a while now, I'd suggest having a roof cover the total structure.
The temp transfer is an issue to manage.

Even a solar array on racks that create an air space and shade would do a lot for controlling inside temps. Perhaps a good solution for sunshine rich Az.

Cheers Richard

Yup Solar is on the agenda, as well as a fair deal of insulation! One reason for the high cube containers is they are a bit taller which allows you to insulate well and still have a decent ceiling height.

A lot are built that way as a means to get them to the site.

I think that most cities have a minimum square footage requirement for a permanent house, so to get around that code, they make them portable.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1451709134.jpghttp://www.zillow.com/homedetails/3538-Pecos-St-Denver-CO-80211/13308277_zpid/

When I was young.... they called those things "campers" :D