The optimal storage or plant shed locations can be extremely varied. Each unique purpose has its own niche set of requirements, whether from the more basic needs of a wood or garbage storage bin to a solar- powered barn-style garage with a mother-in-law apartment above it. For this reason, we’ve broken down these two categories on […]
When it comes to making a large purchase for your homestead there are overwhelming choices across the internet. Choosing a garden shed is further complicated with financing, logistics and designs. Many of the popular solutions include simple and flimsy materials that are inadequate against mother nature. Composite wood, plastic, tube and tarps even steel buildings […]
Ethan Waltman of Tiny House Lifestyle Podcast and Domenic Mangano, Jamaica Cottage Shop’s owner, senior designer and president, had the opportunity to talk and really root down some of the core things to consider when beginning to design your own tiny home. Needs and Budget One of the biggest dictators on how to design a tiny […]
Don’t skimp on the foundation when building a tiny home on wheels, is a common theme you hear from builders. It is typical advice when building a small home that is often repeated. Set a budget that will give your project the strength and longevity you expect from such a large investment. Building tiny houses on wheels (THOW) begins with […]
March 25, 2019 by, Domenic Mangano As a builder of tiny house kits for the best two decades, I have developed numerous questions which help me understand a potential client’s vision and budget. As I listen to individuals it is rare to hear the information I need as a builder. One such question is “How will […]
Submitted by Domenic Mangano, he is the founder and senior designer of Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc. After thousands of builds, he now regularly shares his knowledge and experiences of building the tiny houses for sale at Jamaica Cottage Shop. The Vermont company started in 1995 and offers an impressive array of designs in several formats […]
Don’t just settle for a good one. Get yourself something great from Jamaica Cottage Shop and learn about our wood cottage designs and building kits. Founded in Vermont in 1995 the designs are playful fresh and clever. Traditional Post and Beam joinery has been passed down from ancestors and is being utilized with traditional rough-hewn […]
SOUTH LONDONDERRY, Vt., Feb. 15, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc. provides business to consumer wood manufacturing, Internet marketing and online retail. It’s also one of the fastest growing businesses according to the Inc. 5000 list for 2018. Not only have the companies on the 2018 Inc. 5000 list been competitive within their […]
What can you NOT live without? Design and build your own tiny dream home. Shelters like our tiny houses for sale keep you safe, warm and cozy from the elements, so a sturdy roof is essential. What else is important to keep in mind? Before getting into the crazy beautiful aesthetics of designing your own tiny […]
You might be quite the amateur handyman or perhaps you are a person who likes to keep things neat and organized. Whatever be the case, efficient garage storage is a must when you want a clear space where you can find what you need, when you need it. Fortunately for you, DIY garage organization is […]
