The Bohemian Brand, LLC.
" i believe in the power of community. i believe there is strength within us as a collective."
Bev Gooden, Social Activist and Speaker
In 2015, after researching for about two and a half years, I designed and built my fabulous tiny house on wheels. My tiny house is the culmination of a long standing dream and desire to live a lighter and free-er lifestyle. My tiny house is my non-traditional retirement plan.
As part of the early beginnings of the tiny house movement I didn't really see other Black and brown faces represented. Nor were the issues of racism I've encountered within the movement and in trying to find parking locations, in RV Parks and rural areas, being included in the broader conversations. Additionally and very unfortunately, the "tiny house leaders" were resistant to conversations about and actions representing diversity and inclusion. That then meant I had a responsibility to lead the conversations to ensure those concerns and BIPOC voices were well represented and heard and to ensure the movement is also accessible to our community. I see this work as the intersection of art and activism; the art that is my tiny house and my activism for my community.
Tiny houses present an opportunity to challenge the status quo of conventional community and housing, both of which were literally built on inequity and continue to operate as designed. I see my work as liberation work- working to disrupt the status quo to create and build safe and equitable communities, using movable housing and businesses as the infrastructure for change. This is the work of moving the tiny house movement forward from individual solutions for affordable housing into the building of resilient communities that address collective needs.
Jewel
~Ms. Bohemian Soul
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tiny house webinar series
Workshops
Tiny houses present an opportunity for wealth building and achieving home ownership quicker. If you're ready to create financial security by taking housing into your own hands, join us for our series of webinars to learn everything from A to Z about tiny houses, tiny house building, systems, the lifestyle and even placement!
Tour This Tiny Home in Charlotte, NC | Handmade Home
HGTV Handmade
Jewel Pearson designed her picturesque, tiny home on graph paper. Now, it’s her sanctuary. Originally, the home was designed to travel on wheels, but now that she’s located on her friend’s farm, she’s home. She’s since expanded the space, adding more permanent designs and features.
Tour her home with us as she takes us through her unique space.
creating home tiny house series
Ms. Bohemian soul TV on YouTUBE
Be sure to join on Sundays or watch the replays, but be sure to subscribe to the channel so you don't miss content!
Conversations on Intimate Spaces: Our homes tell a story about us, whether intentional or unintentional. And I tend to think for most tiny house dwellers there's a lot of intent within their journey to tiny living, their decisions to get there and in their home and design. Join me for these intimate conversations with people in and around the tiny house movement as we explore that and so much more.
What's Your Question?: You've got questions and I've got answers about all things tiny houses. Join me for live Q&A as I tackle frequently asked questions and questions you may not have even known to ask.
cooperative communities
tiny house trailblazers
We believe there exists an opportunity for partnership and community in connecting Black farmers and landowners with Black tiny house owners for safety and mutual success. Racism can't be the reason Black people aren't successful in the tiny house movement.
In the spirit of Ujamaa, Cooperative Communities provide for mutual well being and the enabling of future generations to forge sustainable relationships to the land to which we belong. We're creating community and encourage BIPOC farmers, land/property owners, current and future tiny house owners to connect to learn more.
Art, Culture, Creativity & Tiny Houses
Community conversations
Get ready to dive into thought-provoking discussions, connect with fellow community members and share your ideas. This event is all about fostering collaboration and building meaningful relationships. Whether you're a local resident, a tiny house dweller, builder/community builder, enthusiast, or just passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to engage in open dialogue and contribute to the growth of our vibrant community. Don't miss out on this chance to connect, inspire and be inspired!
Representation matters. Representation is important. Sometimes representation means speaking on behalf of a community or movement. Tiny House Trailblazers was established to ensure our voices were heard and our faces seen in the tiny house community.
My services
Experience. Knowledge. Trustworthiness. Passion.
Jewel D. Pearson is a tiny house oracle from the inside out. Her consultations have been and will continue to be instrumental in my tiny house research and future builds.
Bonnie "Yakini" Davis
Community Conversations Event Reviews
- Karen:: Come prepared with an open mind to learn about the tiny house community. Your mind will forever be changed. Thank you for such an informative and inviting conversation. I look forward to remaining engaged and learning more about tiny houses.
- Michelle:: It was informative and I enjoyed meeting Jewel in person. Jewel shares invaluable information and she is personable. I totally enjoyed it.
- Rosalind:: It was an intimate, very informative gathering.
I can't tell you how happy I was to have Jewel on the Zoom call. She is a powerhouse who knows the questions to ask and has solutions. This entire process you need someone who understands and is able to speak to zoning and building officials. We were on the phone with the Mayor of my town and Jewel was so comfortable, it was a win just having her there.
I have taken her workshops and I can tell you I would attend them all again and pay more attention to everything she shares. She is a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to work with. If you need an advocate Jewel Pearson is someone you want on your team. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to consult with her.
Sandra Randall
I can't tell you how happy I was to have Jewel on the Zoom call. She is a powerhouse who knows the questions to ask and has solutions. This entire process you need someone who understands and is able to speak to zoning and building officials. We were on the phone with the Mayor of my town and Jewel was so comfortable, it was a win just having her there.Experience. Knowledge. Trustworthiness. Passion. Jewel D. Pearson is a tiny house oracle from the inside out. Her consultations have been and will continue to be instrumental in my tiny house research and future builds.
I have taken her workshops and I can tell you I would attend them all again and pay more attention to everything she shares. She is a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to work with. If you need an advocate Jewel Pearson is someone you want on your team. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to consult with her.
Nyasia Deverger
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