Denise Martin, a newly retired grandmother, found the perfect way to stay close to her family by moving into a backyard THOW—a tiny home on wheels—parked behind her daughter’s house. With the help of her son-in-law, Bjon, the owner of Spindrift Tiny Homes, Denise designed a custom-built 300-square-foot home that balances functionality with style. Despite initial doubts about living in a small space, Denise embraced the challenge and now enjoys the cozy living area, spacious kitchen, and thoughtful amenities of her backyard THOW. The mobile home serves as a base for her snowbird lifestyle, allowing her to spend summers in Oregon and winters in Arizona while strengthening her bond with her family. Denise’s positive experience with tiny living has exceeded her expectations, and she encourages others to explore the tiny home option for a similar living arrangement.
