CNN story on the trend of the tiny home. These are ultra-small homes on the order of 150 to 250 square feet!

"Bill and Sharon Kastrinos practice the ultimate in minimalism. They've squeezed into a 154-square-foot home that looks more like a kid's playhouse than their previous 1,800-square-foot home." Tiny Homes Big in Down Economy

This obviously isn’t for everyone, but it is part of the trend towards economizing, using energy efficient fixtures and downsizing.