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Tiny Techno Mansions – Building innovative spaces where less square footage never means less luxury!
(a.k.a. Tiny Houses gone wild!)
Stephanie Bavaro Originally created: July 31, 2015
NOTE: This content won in the 2015
Transformational Author Book Contest. I stripped out some book content, but leave
the vision for your use/enjoyment. Contact me with questions and ideas!
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OVERVIEW Tiny Tech Mansion – Building innovative spaces where less square footage never means less luxury! appeals to people who value quality and innovation as they are downsizing, going green, planning their retirement, buying their first home, creating an in-law suite, looking for office space or an art studio, and people exploring Tiny Houses, RVs or boats. Although the Tiny Techno Mansion (TTM) book and movement cherry-picks from multiple inspirations, the idea plays off Tiny Houses. Right now, the Tiny House movement (understanding that the current craze is a somewhat new) has really only targeted people who only want less: less stuff, less debt, less consumption, and less of a footprint. All of those things are fantastic, but they don’t have to mean sacrificing comfort, luxury, safety or innovation. Most of Tiny Houses are made with plywood, pressboard, wood siding, small windows, etc. They are often cute, simple and rustic. Tiny Houses are creative in their use of space, but rarely elegant in design or style. They usually cost less than $50,000USD (sometimes much less) and are less than 400 sq. feet. With Tiny Techno Mansions (TTM), I want to push the limits on all of these – size, style, innovation, and price. I know that I am willing to pay more to have a Tiny Techno Mansion over a Tiny House and others are too! So, forget a Tiny House. Tiny Techno Mansions will be the new standard -
- Tiny – I am ok with that idea, although “tiny” is relative. - Techno - I not only want the latest technology in electronics and
communication; I want the latest innovations in materials for framing, siding, insulation, flooring, walls, countertops, appliances, windows, etc. – so Techno.
- Mansion - I (and many others) am willing to go bigger than 400 sq. feet if needed, but more importantly, it needs to be gorgeous and elegant in style and design – so, a Mansion.
This is a perfect time to push the envelope on the concept of a Tiny Home/House. There are so many groups of people who, at minimum, want to explore higher-end options to the Tiny House movement, i.e. Tiny Techno Mansions.
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A few of the target markets for this book include - The people who are part of the Tiny House movement already are open to
new ideas. Given that everything can be custom integrated, people can choose only the innovations and advances that meet their needs.
- There are people watching the Tiny House movement (like I was). They look in with amusement and wonder. They may long for the freedom of a Tiny Home, but covet the luxuries of a normal-sized home. They can find a solution with Tiny Techno Mansions.
- Recent graduates who do buy into the American dream of life-long debt. - Retirees who want to live in comfort with more freedom (to live where
and how they want) and less financial stresses. - We know people love luxurious RVs and boats. Many of those consumers
would relish the idea (and invest in) a Tiny Techno Mansion. - There will be people who like their normal-sized residence, but need
o An in-law suite or space for children returning home, o A transportable office (e.g. Sales Office for new construction) o An art studio, or o A private retreat away from the noise and chaos of home.
- What about the “green” movement? People want to be more “off the grid”. Tiny Techno Mansions can push the envelope in power and water green solutions that may be a tad sexier than a composting toilet
- Then, there are people like me who want to downsize and simplify their finances and lives and are willing to sacrifice space but not luxury. Those who are happy to spend $100,000+ for a quality construction with high-end materials, lots of (safe) windows and light, and access to choose from the latest innovations in everything from materials to internet.
I’ve researched, taking best practices from RVs, boats, Tiny houses, and traditional homes. I brought all that together here to share with you in this book! I understand that resources referenced in the book will change and grow so I will create webpages for each chapter providing pictures, ideas, new/updated information and resources. That also will grow the TTM community and list. I understand that this book is just the beginning of the conversation and journey for people who want to consider a TTM solution for home, work or play. If we look at this book from the classic “funnel” perspective, it’s brilliant -- a perfectly priced, information-based entry point into the TTM funnel with appeal to multiple communities. Spring-boarding from the book, there are logical progressions to a range of products and services, such as
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- TTM Communities, such as membership (with sponsorship) - TTM Consulting services, such as TTM plausibility and TTM design - Products, such as the Do-It-Yourself TTM Designer, or a TTM app with
other TTM’ers and TTM vendors near you. - Referral services to reputable TTM partners. - TTM Events with vendors and speakers on the TTM movement and all of
the latest home, mobile living and technology/innovation solutions. - TTM Certification for Architects, Designers, and Contractors - High-End Retreats to TTM resorts
I have a large community with GREATful Woman® and experience as an author (multi-book #1 International Best-Selling Author). I’m comfortable pursuing any path the TTM revolution: on-line, in-person, written, spoken and video. Of course, I have the URLs for www.TinyTechnoMansions.com and www.TinyTechnoMansion.com. I’ll build the site as I build my TTM. When we choose the hashtag, such as #DreamTTM, we will secure the associated URL(s). I’m in talks with connections I have in reality television to either be on an existing show (e.g. HGTV) as we build my TTM, or film this journey as a documentary. I would love to win the support from this TAE writing contest to facilitate the book and video/television journey. I am passionate about TTM because I see now that a true TTM solution would revolutionize my personal and professional life, allowing me to my Tiny Techno world wherever and whenever I am called. My Dad is an architect (well, retired now). Building, construction and space optimization is in my blood. I know we’ve only scratched the surface of what can be done in tiny spaces. Being a successful entrepreneur… ok, and a woman who loves a little bling, I have a taste for nice things. I am not opulent to the point of wasteful. I simply respect and demand top quality and craftsmanship. Also, being an international entrepreneur who has lives in the US, UK and Italy over the last decade, I understand the importance of transportable technology and communication. I need my space – stationary or moving – to allow me to work and that includes phone, internet, and video (and audio) recording. I am a traveller in my core. It has taken me until this part of my life to truly embrace that. A TTM provides me with a magnificent transportable and safe nest from which I can soar. I understand this is my personal reason for wanting a
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TTM. The beautiful thing about Tiny Techno Mansions is that the concerts offer options to anyone exploring alternative, compact and/or transportable solutions for home, work or play. I relish the opportunity to share my experience and learning as I build my TTM, break down the walls of the Tiny House movement and unleash the Tiny Techno Mansion revolution, and starting with this Tiny Techno book! Thank you! NOTE: I picture the physical book as smaller than other books (i.e. tiny but not the size of a paperback (maybe longer), and rectangular with a fun landscape design and/or layout (no pun intended), playing on the TTM idea.
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AUTHOR BIO
Stephanie Bavaro is an international entrepreneur, CEO of GREATful Woman® and a certified PMP (Project Management Professional) with over 25 years experience in project, process and training leadership and implementation. In 2013, she turned her corporate expertise to her passion – to serve serious entrepreneurs, who are ready to miracle-grow their businesses with her executive consultancy services, including her TeleSummit Success™ program. Stephanie also lives to arm GREATful Women with the clarity, tools and community for your next best step towards a life of confidence, joy and success — on your terms. She supports her community with GREATful Coaching, ~100 GREATful Woman Talks!™, GREATful GEAR™ clothing and kit, and multiple award-winning books, including the #1 International Best Seller, GREATful Woman Talks!™ Volume 1 – Giving from Your Overflow Start with Self-Care! In September 2013, Stephanie held the transformational TeleSummit, GREATful Woman Talks! — Celebrating all that we are from our bodies to the bedroom, from our babies to the boardroom, growing her list from 70 to almost 3000 in six weeks. In 2014, Stephanie won the Radical Success Institute’s “Rising Star Award” and the MakeMarketLaunchIT “Product Creation Excellence Award”. She has given (and held) many interviews on the radio, internet (e.g. podcasts), video, and live in front of thousands of people. Stephanie is a traveller who speaks Italian and cherishes freedom, quality and exploration. She is an avid supporter, personally and professionally, of Motivating the Teen Spirit -- who heals girls before they become wounded women and RAINN (i.e. Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network) who gives wounded women a place to heal. Stephanie maybe new to the tiny space movement, but comes armed with resources, opinions, and a discerning palate! She created Tiny Techno Mansions (TTM) to meet her lavishly compact needs, seeing the gap in in the market for people who want to downsize or go green in style. She’s leading the TTM Revolution with one Tiny Techno Mansion (and one giant leap onto your bookshelf, computer, and television) at a time!
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Back Cover Copy Genre:
1. Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Home Improvement & Design > Small Homes & Cottages
2. Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Home Improvement & Design > How-to & Home Improvements > Design & Construction
• Would you like financial freedom while living in luxury (no lottery required)? • Are you curious about the “Tiny House” movement? • Have you considered investing in an RV? Or maybe even a boat? • Do you need a suite for an in-law? Or are your children returning home? • Would you like a high-end office you can take to your client? An art studio
you can keep somewhere inspirational? How about a private get-a-way? • Would you like to live a little more (or a lot more) “off the grid” but without
living “green” meaning glorified camping? • Are you looking to simplify or downsize without compromising quality? If you answered yes to any of these, Welcome home! Welcome to Tiny Techno Mansions – where compact and/or transportable solutions for home, work or play don’t compromise quality, luxury, safety or technology! It’s Tiny Houses gone wild… or gone sumptuous! I’m Stephanie Bavaro. After years living abroad and multiple house moves, I was ready to simplify. I wanted lavishly compact, top quality and the latest technology. I’m intrigued but unimpressed with Tiny Houses - a great idea, but its time to integrate the latest innovations into these compact castles. So, I created Tiny Techno Mansions. Now, you can
• Get clarity on your Tiny Techno Mansion needs – for your home, office, studio or a “suite” for parents or grown children.
• Explore the latest innovations in materials, design, safety and technology. • Cherry pick inspirations from Tiny Houses, RVs, and boats. • Design and build the gorgeous TTM of your needs and your dreams.
Come on in to your Tiny Techno Mansion – Building innovative spaces where less square footage never means less luxury!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Unleashing The Tiny Techno Mansion Revolution – Building a strong foundation! Chapter 2: Getting Clear -- Your Tiny Techno Mansion Musts and Wants, from bathrooms to balconies. Chapter 3: Exploring Costs – How much can get you get for your money? Chapter 3: Exploring Green Options – How far off the grid do you want to go? Chapter 3: Exploring Size, Mobility & International Considerations – How big can you go and where do you want to take it? Chapter 4: Exploring Materials – What is out there – natural and man-made? Chapter 5: Exploring Safety – Small and transportable does not have to mean vulnerable! Chapter 6: Exploring Technology – Let the games (and so much more) begin! Chapter 7: Inspirations from Traditional Homes & Tiny Homes Chapter 9: Inspirations from RVs & Boats Chapter 11: Designing your Tiny Techno Mansion – Inside and Outside! Chapter 12: Building your Tiny Techno Mansion Chapter 13: Additional Resources as your Tiny Techno Mansion hits the road (even if only one time)!
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Chapter 1: Unleashing The Tiny Techno Mansion Revolution –
Building a strong foundation! Welcome home! Please sit down in a comfortable chair and let’s talk Tiny Techno
Mansions! I’m Stephanie Bavaro and I’ll be your hostess for the literary festivities
of your Tiny Techno Mansion (TTM) adventure. Yes, festivities. Your TTM
journey is going to be fun (If it isn’t, why do it? Am I right?). Feel free to enjoy a
cappuccino, a lovely Pinot Noir, a green smoothie, fresh water, or whatever
floats your boat (maybe a root-beer float… ok, now I’m thirsty).
I’m here (well, with this Tiny Techno Mansions book and web pages) to give you
the tools and resources to
• Get clarity on your Tiny Techno Mansion needs – for your home, office,
studio or a “suite” for parents or grown children.
• Explore the latest innovations in materials, safety, and technology.
• Cherry-pick inspirations from Tiny Houses, RVs, boats and more.
• Design and build the gorgeous TTM of your needs and your dreams.
Together, we’ll explore a world of innovative spaces where we may want less
square footage but that doesn’t mean we want any less luxury or quality.
How is a Tiny Techno Mansion different from a Tiny House?
Thank you! I’m glad you asked that! J Right now, the Tiny House movement
(understanding that the current craze is a somewhat new) has targeted people
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who mainly want less: less stuff, less debt, less consumption, and less of a
footprint.
All of those things are fantastic, but they don’t have to mean sacrificing comfort,
luxury, safety or innovation. Most of Tiny Houses are made with plywood,
pressboard, wood siding, small windows, etc. They are often cute, simple and
somewhat rustic. Tiny Houses are creative in their use of space, but rarely
elegant in design or style. They usually cost less than $50,000USD (sometimes
much less) and are less than 400 sq. feet.
Tiny Houses are sensible and simple Birkenstock’s while Tiny Techno Mansions
are gorgeous, wildly-comfortable and beautifully-engineered Manolo Blahnik's!
Sidebar from Stephanie: I will work on an analogy for my male readers. I cherish you. I
just don’t know the cool man-toys. Maybe you can post a suggestion on our
Facebook page and we can see which gets the most likes –
https://www.facebook.com/DreamTTM !
So, forget a Tiny Houses! Tiny Techno Mansions will be the new standard -
o Tiny – I am ok with that idea, although “tiny” is relative.
o Techno – TTM not only wants the latest technology in electronics and
communication, but also the latest innovations in materials for