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Sparrow-L
(Sparrow-R Similar)


Lark -S (Standalone)

 

Cost breakdown
These prices are for research and comparison only. The NEST is not for sale outside of the immediate area around Archer, FL where we can install one and monitor its use.

 

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$$$ Owner

$$$ NEST
SITEWORK
Includes land preparation, utilities, and landscaping

FOUNDATION
Concrete block foundation with bolt up, by local contractor

STEEL FRAME
Moment frame, painted and delivered with high torque bolts

EXTERIOR PANELS (2 floor, 8 wall and 4 roof panels)
R-22 insulation, outside structural sheathing, require finished

~$2500
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$500

$0

$0
.

$0

$2800

.... Floor panel: R32, top and bottom surfaces sheathed
.... Loft floor panel
: floor sheathing one side, no insulation
.... Blank panel
: blank walls are important for hangings
.... Window panel: Pella Thermastar, single hung
.... Door panel: 15Lite glass in a steel door frame
.... Extension panel: Floor and wall extension for storage
.... Blank roof panel: R32, exterior sheathing
.... Skylight panel: Velux operable skylight

$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0

$750
$350
$400
$650
$750
$1500
$500
$1800
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ROOFING AND FLASHING
Corrugated steel roofing, galvanized, with flashing

EXTERIOR SIDING (local purchase recommended)
Hardi-plank siding and trim, cement, unfinished

MECHANICAL SYSTEM (local purchase recommended)
Depends on individual needs and climate

$250
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$0

(or $600)
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$1100

.... Heating: Molson wood burning stove and flue
.... Plumbing: modified RV toilet, sink and tanks
.... Electrical
: wiring harness and boxes, local hook-up
.... Solar package: 4-55KW panels, controller, 6 batteries
 

$1200
$2200
$750
$5500
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INTERIOR FINISH
Drywall or paneling
Tile and floorings
Painting and finishing

EXTERIOR DECK (local purchase recommended)
Deck foundation
Oiled wood deck recommended

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~1500
~$300
~500

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$750
$250

..
$0
$0
$0


$0
(or $750)

     
TOTAL ~$5-10,000 ~$10-20,000
 

 

In the wabi-sabi tradition, think for the moment. All you need is a clearing, perhaps a shade tree, and a place to sit. A tiny house should evolve slowly over years of changing needs. Designing it begins with a place to sit and think about a window or door, then a wall and a roof. Nothing permanent, nothing perfect, because nothing is finished.