Case Study
Tiny House
Castlewood, SD
The Not Quite Tiny Home is the primary residence for Travis. It is occasionally rented out to outdoor enthusiasts and people attending reunions/gatherings in the area.
SIPs made this job easier. The rustic design features a soaker tub with shower made from a livestock watering trough, and a custom metal staircase and balcony rail, fabricated by the owner's father, is the focal point in the main living area.
SIP wall thickness and core material: 5 5/8" Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam
SIP roof thickness and core material: 9 5/8" Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam
HVAC: Ductless mini-split heat pump
Sta-Plus Steel Door w/Low-E Glass, Gerkin Low-E Vinyl windows.
LED lighting, tankless water heater, passive solar on the west side of the home.
Landscaping includes local, drought-resistant grasses and low-maintenance wild flowers.
Its performance has been exceptional:
BEA:
2024 Affordable Housing Classic Winner