HILLSBORO, Kan. — Kyle and Danae Schmidt are building their dream home: a tiny house.

Once it’s built, the Schmidts plan to live comfortably in about 200 square feet of space that will include two lofts on either end of the house. Floor dimensions measure 7 feet by 24 feet, and the roof peaks at 13 and a half feet.

“You’ll walk in the door,” Danae said, describing the floor plans. . . .