After a Divorce, She Built This Incredible Tiny House and Reclaimed Her Life

After her divorce, Clare found herself in a place she never expected to be. With her children having left home, she made the brave decision to build a tiny house and create a new life on her own terms. Over the next four years, Clare designed and built a tiny house that became far more than just a home. It was created as a sanctuary, a space that feels safe, personal, and deeply connected to her life story. Throughout the tiny house, meaningful objects from her past have been carefully woven into the design. The kitchen bench was once the table where she changed her children’s nappies. A window from her grandmother’s home now sits proudly in the sleeping loft. These details give the home a warmth and character that can’t be replicated. The design of this tiny house is incredibly clever. The space feels open and expansive, with skylights running through the centre and mirrors that reflect the sky above, making the home feel larger than it is. A bathtub tucked neatly beneath the sofa is one of those ideas that makes you stop and smile. Everywhere you look, there’s thoughtful design and smart use of space. There is nothing tiny about what Clare has achieved here. This tiny house represents years of dedication, learning, and persistence. More than that, it became a way for her to rebuild her confidence and trust herself again. In creating this home, Clare rediscovered just how capable she really is. We hope you enjoy the tour of this very beautiful DIY tiny home. To find out more about Clare's tiny home, you can find her links here: https://linktr.ee/claretinyhouse ❤️ If you enjoy our show and would like to help support our work, please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/livingbig 🌟 Our Socials and Links: https://linktr.ee/livingbig 💡 Find out more about this tiny house and others on our website: https://www.livingbiginatinyhouse.com/ Please subscribe for more videos on tiny houses, architecture, DIY, design, and sustainable, off-grid living. Presented and Produced by: Bryce Langston Camera: Rasa Pescud & Bryce Langston Editing: Sarah Binder & Rasa Pescud Title music in this video by Bryce Langston: http://www.youtube.com/brycelangston 'Living Big in a Tiny House' © 2026 Zyia Pictures Ltd #tinyhouse #tinyhousetour #tinyhome #diy #hometour