Possibly one of the most important pieces in living sustainably and self-reliant is the home you live in. It is usually the biggest investment one will make and this is even more true when it comes to living sustainably. It is not just where you find shelter and comfort but it is where you share the wonderful experiences of this journey with your family and friends. It is where you will cook, store and maybe even grow your food. It is where you and your family will learn and where you will relax. Deciding on where you will live and what kind of place you will live in is as important as any decision you will make.
Before I go any further I want to make it clear that I am no expert. I am not an architect or a master builder. I have worked in the construction field in the past and that included some log homes and simple log cabins. I also have a lot of knowledge from many years of studying this subject so what I have to say is just an opinion. Always research and find for yourself the truth before you just take someone's word for it.
One of the first things a person must decide is whether you will make this journey in the city or embark on it in the countryside. There are advantages and disadvantages to both so don't discount one over the other just yet. Although city dwelling may not be for some it does offer some benefits. There is the closeness of the community and the ease of getting the supplies you may need. Many urban areas are seeing a big influx in the amount of people living sustainably so it is very possible to find a community already developed and filled with like minded people you can connect with. It's easily possible to grow large gardens and many cities allow chickens and other small farm animals to be raised with certain restrictions. Community gardens are very popular and even in the most inner of cities farmers markets are becoming common place.
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