About Backcountry Tiny Homes
Backcountry Tiny Homes is a woman-owned carpentry, construction, and engineering company based at 26 Owens Court, Suite 6, Hampstead, New Hampshire — situated near the Sandown/Hampstead town line. The company specializes in the design and construction of mobile tiny homes, a category of dwelling that often overlaps with the kind of work done by ADU contractors, backyard cottage builders, and granny flat builders for clients seeking smaller, flexible living spaces.
What sets the team apart is firsthand experience: the founders are tiny home owners themselves before becoming builders. This background has shaped how they approach the structural fundamentals of each build — insulation, ventilation, and framing are customized based on where a client plans to park and live, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all template. The company places emphasis on clear, consistent communication with clients throughout the design and construction process.
Services Offered
Backcountry Tiny Homes provides a few core services for clients at different stages of their tiny home journey:
- Design — Every client goes through a design phase, beginning with a tiny home survey phone consultation. Clients are encouraged to think through their needs and wants early so the resulting layout fits their lifestyle, whether that's a full custom design or a modified version of an existing model.
- Construction — Once a design is finalized, the build team brings the project to life, staying involved through delivery and keeping clients informed throughout the process. The company builds both from-scratch designs and customized versions of existing layouts.
- Build Classes — For those interested in hands-on learning, whether building their own tiny home or simply learning general carpentry and tool skills, the company offers instructional classes geared toward DIYers and beyond.
Clients can choose between starting with one of the company's existing tiny home models or working with the team to create a custom home designed from scratch — each path involves a different process, which the team walks through during initial consultations.
The Team Behind the Builds
The staff at Backcountry Tiny Homes includes a mix of engineers, designers, and carpenters. Tina, co-owner and Principal Engineer, oversees design and admin teams and handles the engineering calculations behind construction and as-built plans. Luke, co-owner and Principal Foreman, leads the build team and manages MEP systems and utility installations. Kaja works on design layouts and plans, helping translate client ideas into feasible designs. Eryn manages inventory and serves as a link between the admin and build teams. Eric leads the carpentry team, focusing on finish carpentry work.
Backcountry Tiny Homes operates by appointment only, with scheduled tours available for those interested in visiting the shop or viewing current builds in progress. Walk-ins are not accepted.