Tiny House Windows: 7 Functional & Creative Ideas

1. Create a Wall of Windows

It's no secret that tiny houses don't boast a ton of square footage. In fact, most come in at under 400 square feet. Solid walls are necessary to divide living spaces and add essential privacy. Yet, why not consider switching out one wall for floor-to-ceiling window panes? You can try different grid designs to find ones that suit your style.

Choose a side of your home with the best view, and don't be afraid to go bold. This look is ideal for your kitchen, living room, mini-office, or another room where you don't mind being on full display.

2. Save Money with Picture Windows

In short, picture windows do not open. They serve an aesthetic purpose but not a useful one. That doesn't mean they can't be creative!

The Ritz Tiny House at Orlando Lakefront

Customize your own tiny house by installing a picture window in the living room right above your sofa. Or, add a smaller-scale one in your bathroom or bedroom.

The best part? Picture windows typically cost less than single-hung, double-hung, or casement windows. That means you can afford to use as many as possible!

Just don't place them in any high-moisture area such as your bathroom, as you'll need to open those windows for ventilation.

3. Use Awning Windows in Your Loft

The A-frame design of many tiny house lofts makes traditional, single-hung windows a challenge. You may not have enough space above and below the window opening to push the panes up or down.

This is where an awning window shines!

These windows open to the outside with a single push, then prop open when you want to let the breeze in. They're ideal for those awkward spots where you don't have as much elbow room.

Want to turn your loft into a luxurious treetop retreat? Install two awning windows across the room from each other, and open them up to full capacity. The cross breeze you'll create is pure paradise.

4. Add Height and Light with Transom Windows

Especially in a tiny house, personal design hinges on small, thoughtful touches. One of these is the addition of transom windows. These are narrow windows higher than eye level that hit right below the ceiling, customarily installed over doorways or over a larger picture window.

They're the unexpected addition that makes a world of difference. They add polish and height to the overall space when installed over another window. When placed over a door, they allow light to filter in from the next room.

Place a few over your casement bay windows, and you'll instantly amplify the light that comes into the room.

Are transom windows a requirement in your floor plan design? No. Do they add a ton of character and charm to your delightful tiny house? Absolutely.

5. Get Creative With Stained Glass

Love the idea of a home full of windows but also cherish and crave your privacy? Try turning a few into stained glass creations!

Chiefs Peak by Humble Handcraft

You can also frame them with reclaimed wood to set them apart. Consider using lumber from a meaningful source as you incorporate these finishing touches in your tiny home.

Not sure where to start? Research more information on ways to demolish any unused sheds or structures on your property, then use a few pieces to draw attention to your stained glass creations.

Roaming Wrens DIY tiny house

6. Attach Shutters to Your Tongue Side

When you're driving down the road, your tiny house is vulnerable to a host of environmental irritants, from flying gravel to bird droppings.

This is when you'll want your windows to be as protected as possible, especially those on the tongue side of your trailer. Shutters work in this case, assuming they're functional so that you can close on an as-needed basis. You can also attach a piece of plywood over these windows for the same purpose.

Research popular shutter designs to find ones that fit your look. Board-and-batten ones are more craftsman-style, while louvered designs are more traditional.

7. Upgrade Your Windows with Tinting

Tiny House Windows, Big Style

Downsizing is a perfect opportunity to reassess what matters. As you pare down your belongings and learn to live with less, tiny house windows are critical to helping you keep that perspective.

How? One look out of them, and you're reminded of why you made this decision in the first place.