A quick-start guide for natural homebuilders to navigate code approval. Contains helpful tips for dealing with code officials and finding resources.
Learn how to frame a wall and how to build a wall in an existing home that is already constructed!
Build your own queen size murphy bed with detailed instructions and plans! It's a great space saver and looks like built-ins on your wall! Perfect for a multi-purpose room!
This is the first published post on Hobo with a Laptop long before our 2017 reboot, and its most popular, ever –it went viral within days of publishing. It’s vintage…
Building a yurt for under $1,000 is a challenging yet rewarding project that can be achieved with the right materials and a bit of creativity. The key to
If want an arch built in your home, you don't need to know how to build one. You can rely on the architectural greats at Archways and Ceilings. See here!
DIY Network explains the different elements that make up interior and exterior walls.
Create a website for your small business and grow quickly. A web presence is essential - it takes just minutes to build a website.
When you are renovating your home and changing any configuration, at some point you may need to build an interior wall. Learn how to build a wall!
How to Build Dirt Cheap Houses: Ever wonder how to build a simple home for very little money, without going into debt? The key is to use low-cost, locally available natural materials such earth, small diameter wood and straw to keep expenses to a minimum. The real fun is incorpora…
What are underground homes and how to build an earth berm house, with solutions to problems and expert advice.
Learn how to make an app from app idea to launching your app into the App Store. This 10 step guide is filled practical with examples and resources!
Have you ever thought about building a cob house? An eco friendly, cost effective cob house could be your perfect home! Let us tell you how.
Learn how to build an amazing DIY Murphy Bed with this step-by-step guide. With the right materials, you can create a stylish Murphy bed!
Exploring tiny homes? A-frame tiny houses are an excellent option for first-time tiny home builders. Discover all you need to know about A-frame living.
I'll show you how to build DIY cabinets with this easy tutorial. Custom kitchens don't have to cost a fortune when you make your own DIY kitchen cabinets!
Self Sustaining Homes: Explore the concept, evolution, and future prospects of eco-friendly, independent living & how to build your own!
I got an email the other day from a reader named Whitfield. Whitfield has two children, aged 3 months and 1 1/2 years, and was wondering how might a family of four with two young children find a way to live in a tiny house. Here’s part of what Whitfield asked: “Most tiny home designs I’ve seen do not incorporate a whole lot of space for washers and dryers, and I NEVER see any with space for one crib, let alone two. I was wondering if you knew of anyone else facing similar challenges, and how they’ve overcome them?” The
Learn how to build a gorgeous and functional desk addition onto a Murphy Bed with this tutorial and the free printable plans!
Building a custom home can be a confusing process. Most websites only have generic info. Learn about custom home building from our real life experience.
We had so much fun Building my She Shed! Here is a quick looks at some photos of our process. Includes link to plans on How to Build a She Shed!
Permaculture food forests are autopilot gardens that need little human intervention except in the beginning. Here's how to build one.
Load-bearing wall removal is achievable if you know the answers to the right questions. It's a matter of how much you're willing to spend.
Sadly, it's nearly impossible to live in your home without dinging up a corner or two along the way. Lucky, repairing these dings isn't hard to do! Here's how to fix dented corners in your home! You'll be amazed how easy it is to do.
Do you need more storage at your house? Maybe you need a shed. Learn how to frame a shed (build the walls). Now you can build your own shed!
If you're a cat lover looking to give your feline friend a safe outdoor experience, DIY catios (or DIY outdoor cat enclosures) are your answer. Not only do they provide a secure environment for your cats to enjoy the fresh air, but they also prevent them from wandering off. Through careful planning and construction, you can build a perfect DIY catio for your cats that caters to their curiosity and natural instincts. In this guide, we'll explore different 30 free DIY catio plans that suit various spaces and budgets. From selecting the right location to adding final touches that enhance
There are so many ways to personalize a campervan build. We've pulled together a variety of campervan layouts to help inspire your next project. From rustic vans with recycled interiors to clean and modern designs, these creative van life ideas are going to make you want to start your own adventure!
Getting ready for your next home renovation project, and planning on taking the DIY approach? Whether you’re trying to figure out the best configuration for your doorway, the perfect type of hardwood for your kitchen
This off grid cabin is a beautiful example of a solar-powered tiny house built on a small budget, and it has no mortgage or utility bills!
This is only a patch, so if significant settling is still occurring at a fast rate, take care of that first. Otherwise, it works well. Best, Charles
How to Build a 12x20 Cabin on a Budget: Building a cabin yourself is much more economical than buying a prefab storage shed. The cost of materials for this build, including doors and windows, was around $2,200, which was about the same price as the install would have been on one of this l…
