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In a world where bigger often seems better, the tiny house movement has carved out its own niche by redefining the concept of living space. These small yet ingeniously designed dwellings, are proving that size isn't everything. 

They’re even showing that square footage doesn’t define a space. Wi...

Ever thought about sharing a roof with your grandparents, parents, and kids? Sounds like a sitcom in the making, doesn't it? Yet, that's what's happening in real life. The tide is turning, and families are going back to the future with multi-generational living, changing the game of the modern housi...

The world of backyard building is nuanced and requires a lot of know-how in new construction on existing property.  ADUs, granny pods, guesthouses, backyard offices, personal yoga studios and gyms, pool houses, and mini-homes are all the rage.  Everybody wants one and there are a million w...

Need a little learning space away from the distractions of home? You need Some Elbow Room! We create customizable, tiny buildings that can be used as a backyard classroom for families struggling to find space for homeschooling and remote learning during COVID-19. As the school year begins, there is ...

Ever wish you could just keep your mother in law out of your house? Well, we’ve got some good news and bad news about that! 

Good news: A backyard structure added to your Texas home can be wonderful. We can add an accessory living space to your backyard that gives you the extra space you've been...

There are a lot of great things about working from home. It provides a flexible schedule, saves on travel costs, and keeps us closer to family. But with the good come distractions. The TV, the couch, and the refrigerator are RIGHT THERE, for one thing—to say nothing of the kids, the pets, and everyt...

If it’s too loud, you’re too old! That’s what we used to tell ourselves, way back before we had a family. Or neighbors. Finding a quiet place to rehearse and record where you won’t be bothered or be the bother is a constant challenge for musicians of all stripes. Our client Ryan made do wi...

There’s time like the present to make a new year’s resolution to shed some extra pounds and get in shape. If you’re anything like us, it’s a new year’s resolution you’ve made time and again. Fortunately, we’ve found the secret to making this commitment stick. All it takes is Elbow Room!

In order to g...

Do you crave a little “me” space in your home but donʼt have the square footage to spare? You may be surprised to find that a perfectly appointed she-shed (or he-shed) offers the ideal solution without forcing you to buy a bigger house (or get a variance for the one you have!). With our fully custom...

We love hearing stories about how Some Elbow Room can enrich people’s lives! That’s why we couldn’t wait to share our client Paul’s story with you. Paul lives on a lovely piece of property in the Texas Hill Country. While he had plenty of wide open spaces to enjoy, one thing he never had was a littl...