Sustainable Design and Social Integration of Tiny Houses: Exploring Environmental, Technical, and Societal Dimension

Mohd Zulakhmar Zakiyudin and Mohamad Sufian Hasim
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Mohd Zulakhmar Zakiyudin: Centre of Studies for Building Surveying, Faculty of Built Environment, University Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor
Mohamad Sufian Hasim: Centre of Studies for Building Surveying, Faculty of Built Environment, University Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 16, 216-225

Abstract: This review paper explores the multifaceted dimensions of tiny houses, emphasizing their role as sustainable and innovative solutions to contemporary housing challenges. It examines environmental sustainability through the use of repurposed and composite materials, life cycle assessments demonstrating reduced impacts, and advanced thermal and renewable energy strategies. Technical innovations in structural safety, space optimization, and modular mobility are analyzed alongside participatory design practices. Social integration aspects cover housing affordability, homelessness reduction, psychological well-being, and cultural preferences, highlighting tiny houses as catalysts for social inclusion. The review also addresses regulatory and urban development challenges, identifying legal barriers and planning complexities that influence adoption. User perception studies reveal motivations, behavioral factors, and community acceptance dynamics. Overall, the review underscores the potential of tiny houses to contribute to sustainable urban living while calling for integrated policy frameworks and further research to overcome structural and societal hurdles.

Date: 2025
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