Some new notes on our philosophies, as they develop:

Most homes that we live in today are designed to accommodate the objects in our life, rather than our own bodies. In order to create a design which demonstrates a better awareness of our bodies and how they move, we intend to consult ergonomists, kineseologists and even yoga specialists .

We've also been chatting about where our project falls in the greater picture. I think that the best thing we can do in researching and building a tiny home will be to provide a body of information and a communal network for people who may choose to go the tiny home route after us. By contributing to DIY culture and creative commons design, we are part of a larger movement that is in a position to alter our systems.

Water Pump. Applications Endless

Basically, the allure is the ability to pump a constant supply of water without the use of energy. Would necessitate a resevoir, but from the sound of things, this serves as an irrigation system for whoever made it, for gardening/farming. Basic idea is using hydraulics to pump water. Also has applications as a possible small power source, in addition to just being amazing.

Collect rainwater at height, cycle down to power hydraulic pump, run through turbine, collect energy, use water in garden/greywater applications, or filter and consume/bathe.

That piston driving the water pump could have a magnet attached, and a coil placed around magnet to gather electricity, if turbining the output is not wanted. This would be a purely parasitic act, would not provide much but could power several LED lighting systems very easily for extended periods of time.

http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds_greenest_water_pump/