Tiny House Design
My friend Caitlin of the popular Instagram account @thepicketfenceprojects has built a tiny house, or guest house, or granny pod, whatever you want to call it, on the property of their current home for her parents when they are not living in Florida. It’s technically it’s called an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit).
I just have to share this beautiful home and Caitlin’s account for Sunday favorites, in case you are not already following. She is definitely a source of inspiration!
Caitlin and her family live a few towns away in Coastal Connecticut, and remodeled their existing home so beautifully. Every detail, and the way she reimagined rooms and spaces, is amazing! I have always admired her style, and so when I started seeing plans for a tiny house, I knew it would be good!
Tiny house entryway
Main living area
The rug is from Ernesta. Caitlin said her mom thrifted many of the items used. With the exception of the sofa– the chair, lamp, round side table, square coffee table were all thrifted. Caitlin says her mom loved to thrift way before it was trendy!
Bathroom and bedroom
The house is about 725 square feet. Caitlin designed this small house in a way that functions beautifully! Everything was condsidered from the built-in or integrated closets. She says ” Their built-in closet houses a very edited down wardrobe consisting of what they love without any filler.” Everything is thoughtful and intentional.
They were even able to design the bathroom with two sinks and a generous size shower.
Kitchen with built-in pantry and refrigerator
For more information and inspiration, make sure to follow Caitlin here. I featured Caitlin’s former home in this post.
More Sunday Favorites
The Paris Library + a giveaway!
I loved reading The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles, and it feels like the perfect time to mention it again as it celebrates its five-year anniversary. Inspired by the real librarians at the American Library in Paris during World War II, the story follows Odile, a young librarian in Paris who continues delivering books to Jewish readers during the occupation. There’s also a second storyline set years later in Montana that gently weaves the past and present together. It’s a beautiful reminder of how much books connect us and carry stories across generations.
To celebrate five years of this wonderful novel, we have a giveaway for a signed copy. The author will send a signed copy to one winner! To enter, leave a comment and follow Janet on Instagram. You can read more about this on Janet’s Substack here, and make sure you are following her on Instagram! @jskesliencharles
Winner announced on Tuesday, February 24th.
After you read THE PARIS LIBRARY, you’ll want to read THE PARISIAN CHAPTER, and MISS MORGAN’S BOOK BRIGADE. I’ve linked them here, but of course it’s always better to buy them at your local book store!
Big Shirts from GAP + custom embroidery
I adore these shirts from GAP. They used to only have black, white and maybe one stripe. They have added a few new options. The poplin is a really nice weight for wearing year round. I just ordered a cotton Oxford, a new black shirt and this stripe.
Since they are a little “basic” I’m going to ask my friend Meredith to embroider my initals and a little croissant on the pocket. If you are interested in having something embroidered, you can DM Meredith on Instagram. @mermade_brooklynny
What a great little ADU! Wish we had one…or our kids did. They did a great job thrifting too.
Wouldn’t that be wonderful if you each had one? The dream!
xo
My entire book club loved The Paris Library.
Sharon, I would have loved reading it with my book club for the discussion! You’re entered!
I’d love to stay in the gracious granny pod! And look forward to reading The Paris Library.
Annie I love this little ADU. It feels big and beautiful and they found wonderful things. I haven’t read the Paris library and will now!
What a great idea to have your initials embroidered on the shirts to make them more special. The croissant is so your brand! Love it.
Have a beautiful week Annie. xo
Hi Kim, isn’t the little house so well done? You will love The Paris Library! And the author!
What a great ADU.
It feels like modern-day Shaker design–where storage is built in to eliminate the need to dust. So cool.
Corrie, isn’t the design so smart? I just love it!
Hi Annie,
My daughter and her husband are looking to buy their first home and a ADU is on the wish list as a workroom/stay location for family visiting. I love tiny houses and I am going to save this for inspairation, what a beautiful restful place! Happy week Annie!
Hi Francesca! An ADU would be ideal for a writer! Can’t wait to get to episode 6 of the Night Agent…although, I must say, it’s stressful watching. I’m on the edge of my seat. But that’s what makes it so interesting. Our whole family is watching!
xo
I thoroughly enjoyed The Paris Library. Thank you for the other recommendations. We have light snow today so a cup of tea and a good book is the way to go.
Hi Sydney! I think today will be a great day for a book and cup of tea. The snow is still coming down and the wind is blowing! Stay cozy!
Hi Annie,
Yes, I watched some of the Olympics, and the closing was wonderful. It’s what we all need to help us feel better, Gives us time out to remove ourselves from messy politics,
The ADU is so well done, Caitlin did so well with the interior. It looks very cozy, yet not too tiny. It’s interesting how you can make do what you have.
No, I have not read the Paris Library, it sounds like a great read.
Your GAP shirt embroidered with your initial and the croissant will add the perfect addition. Personalization is good.
Hi Katherine! I agree, the Olympics were a very nice distraction for two weeks! So positive and uplifting.
You are entered to win the signed copy!
Hi Annie – I love this tiny house! I’m also adding the Paris Library to my book list. Thank you and happy Sunday!
Hi Alexis! You are entred to win the signed copy.
The Paris Library looks like a fun read! I love that tiny house, it is so well done! I’ve been wearing the Gap big linen shirts for a couple years now – what a cute idea to add some embroidery!
Hi Beth, I didn’t realize the Gap big shirts come in linen. I’ll have to check this summer! You are entered to win the siged copy!
Thank you for the book recommendation. I will add it to my list.
I love your weekly posts and ideas!
Thank you Susan! That is very kind! You are entered to win the signed copy!
I love reading your blog and your weekly posts. Very inspiring! I am visiting Paris in a month and love reading about your travels there.
Hi Catherine! Lucky you to be going to Paris this spring! Enjoy!
Annie! What an adorable house. It may be small, but appears much larger. I’m sure that’ due to its thoughtful design and wonderful built in storage. Love everything about it. xo
My book club read the book. Really enjoyed it.
Hi Annie,
I have a forever friend who read The Paris Library and she said it’s wonderful. I have it on my list of books to read.
The ADU looks cozy and so well done. Very impressive how small it is. The furniture is well thought through and placed.
The Olympics were outstanding. The opening and closing ceremonies from an artistic and creative view point were so well done. Loved everything.
I have read The Paris Library. But there’s nothing like rereading a book you’ve enjoyed and savoring it all over again.
I completely agree!