PREVIEW THE STUDIO
HOW TO GO FROM PINTEREST TO A PLAN
Two approaches to move from a Pinterest board to an actual plan. Plus the cost associated with each one.
20 DESIGN DETAILS THAT MAKE A SMALL HOME FEEL SPACIOUS
Foundational planning and material decisions that support clarity, comfort, and heirloom longevity.
HEIRLOOM CABIN EXTERIOR STYLE GUIDE & SOURCE LIST
Understand the key elements that craft the exterior of an heirloom quality cabin. All detailed, tested and linked!
HEIRLOOM CABIN INTERIOR STYLE GUIDE & SOURCE LIST
Understand the key elements needed to craft an heirloom quality cabin interior. Every detail tested and linked!
BUILDING A SMALL HOME: A YEAR IN THE MAKING
In many ways, building a small home is exactly like building a conventional home. The difference comes down to scale.
SMALL SPACE PLANNING WITH A TETRIS MINDSET
Space planning is a lot like a game of Tetris. Success hinges on each element fitting together cleanly, without wasting blocks of space.
FROM BASIC TO HEIRLOOM - THE COST OF BUILDING A BETTER SMALL HOME
The economics of building well at a small scale.
2025 AT STEEP HILL - A YEAR IN REVIEW
A month by month recap of highlights from the year here at Steep Hill Studio.
HEIRLOOM INTERIORS: WHERE TO SPEND AND WHERE TO SAVE
A high level overview of where to spend and where to save when it comes to heirloom interior finishes. (+ what we mean by "spend".)
RECESSED MEDICINE CABINET INSPIRATION
One of our top space saving recommendation for small bathrooms.
TRIM DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Trim is an essential element when it comes to heritage-inspired interiors. These are some details that make a difference.
COTTAGE CABINETRY INSPIRATION
Inspiration for the kitchenette and bathroom millwork in the Sleeping Cabin.
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