It seems that in the interest of the environment more and more emphasis is being place on making do with less and downsizing. Since hurricane Katrina and with the rising energy prices increased interest has been generated in fuel efficient cars and homes. More participation in sustainable and healthy environment activities may be a positive outcome of all this. So when I saw an article about small is the new big I was intrigued. Turns out that Tumbleweed Tiny House Company makes tiny custom shelters, some just big enough for a bed and shelves. The owner /designer Jay Shafer has been living in a tiny house since 1997 mainly because of his concerns about the impact of a larger house on the environment and his interest in sustainability. Downsizing takes on a new meaning when you see these homes.