You Think Thats Small?
Another twist on this trend is converting unused, surplus shipping containers into tiny apartments. In Nashville, Tennessee, a developer is transforming 40-foot-long containers into 320-square-foot living spaces complete with drywall, insulation and flooring that will rent for $700 a month, reports the Tennessean newspaper.The tiny-house trend is influencing downtown apartment living. Micro apartments one-room living spaces typically ranging in size from 250 to 375 square feet are popping up in urban centers across the country. These tiny spaces are attracting young professionals who want to be in close proximity to city hotspots and workplaces without paying the high rents that typically come with downtown living. Featuring pull-down beds, folding tables as well as micro-size appliances, the units often have communal kitchen/eating areas and bathrooms.
