Tiny Houses

Author: Mimi Zeiger
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 0847832031
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
With “McMansions” increasingly giving way to “tiny” houses, the desire to downsize and be more ecologically and economically prudent is a concept many are beginning to embrace. Focusing on dwelling spaces all under 1,000 square feet, TINY HOUSES (Rizzoli, April 2009) by Mimi Zeiger aims to challenge readers to take a look at their own homes and consider how much space they actively use. Ranging from tree houses to floating houses, TINY HOUSES features an international collection of over thirty modular and prefab homes, each one embodying “microgreen living”, defined as the creation of tiny homes where people challenge themselves to live “greener” lives. By using a thoughtful application of green living principles, renewable resources for construction, and clever ingenuity, these homes exemplify sustainable living at its best.

Small Innovative Houses

Author: Philip Jodidio
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 0789345102
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Changing lifestyles and economic condictions as well as ecological concerns have fueled a move to smaller, more efficient living spaces. This book includes the most cutting-edge, effective, and appealing breakthroughs in home design and architecture within the past five years. A stunning collection of 50 outstanding works of small contemporary home design and architecture from around the world. Small Innovative Houses is the perfect source of inspiration for homeowners and architects alike.

LIVING BIG IN A TINY HOUSE.

Author: BRYCE. LANGSTON
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781988550589
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

Small Eco Houses

Author: Cristina Paredes Benitez
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 0789320959
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 421

Book Description
Fresh perspectives on how good design can create stylish yet ecologically sound living spaces in small-scale homes. Anyone who has faced the challenges of limited living space will find inspiration in this survey of the latest trends in environmentally sensitive, small-scale residential designs. More than fifty residential spaces are profiled—from woodsy houses and repurposed barns to cool apartments and urban lofts—both inside and out. Most of the projects were designed by up-and-coming architects, and each design proves that small-scale efficiency as well as beautiful, thoughtful design can overcome the apparent constraints of a small setting. Environmental impact is a growing concern, so each project was chosen because of its ecological sensitivity. Each case history describes the challenges confronting the designer and the solutions. Creating color schemes to enhance the feeling of openness, taking advantage of high ceilings to make multiple levels, and using collapsible furniture and sliding doors to maximize space are some of the design solutions that can be applied in any situation. Filled with beautiful color photographs and helpful floorplans, this book is a remarkable showcase of how good design can transform any small space into a comfortable, modern—and environmentally sensitive—home.

Small Houses

Author: Fine Homebuilding
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 9781641550628
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
In this new collection of small houses from Fine Homebuilding magazine, the authors look at houses both new and remodeled, traditional and modern, urban and rural, by the water and in the mountains. The houses exude as much style as homes many times their square footage, and all are as big as they need to be to fit the lifestyles and aspirations of the people who live in them. Houses include: bungalow on a budget magnificent mountain cabin family-friendly remodel garden cottage for low-impact living design/build delight in the desert little house on an urban infill modern Victorian in a mountain resort With the growing popularity of small, micro, and tiny houses, it's no surprise that the average house size is actually trending smaller in recent years.

Tiny Book of Tiny Houses

Author: Lester Walker
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9780879515102
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Profiles seventeen small buildings, some used as permanent housing, some as temporary accommodations, and some as workplaces, including Thoreau's cabin and an ice fishing shanty, and provides structural diagrams and plans.

Compact Houses

Author: Gerald Rowan
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1603428615
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 209

Book Description
Discover the huge possibilities of a small house! Whether you’re building from scratch or retrofitting an existing structure, these 50 innovative floor plans will show you how to make the most of houses measuring 1,400 square feet or less. Gerald Rowan presents creative and efficient layouts that use every inch of space, with tips on fully maximizing closets, porches, bathrooms, attics, and basements. From reorganizing a small storage area to building a brand-new home, you’ll find a detailed design to fit your family’s needs.

Building Small

Author: David Stiles
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440345465
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 209

Book Description
Live large by building small! Do you daydream about downsizing your living space? Or perhaps you long for a more eco-friendly and sustainable way of life. The tiny house movement continues to gain popularity as more and more people look to simplify their lives and reconnect with nature. Building Small is your key to joining the tiny house revolution with designs for homes as well as a range of backyard buildings including workspaces and sheds. There's tons of practical how-to construction advice including best practices, common pitfalls and tips for the do-it-yourself carpenter. Within these pages you'll find: • Complete plans for seven tiny houses • Strategies for outfitting your tiny house with lighting, water, heating and waste removal • Ideas for floor layout and interior design • Success stories and inspirational photos of tiny homes Whether you're considering a timber-framed cottage or a modular cube-style home, Building Small offers a wide range of approaches for planning and building your small structure.

Tiny Houses Built with Recycled Materials

Author: Ryan Mitchell
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 144059211X
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
"Describes methods of building tiny homes using recycled materials and provides examples of how different people built their own tiny homes."--

150 Best Tiny Home Ideas

Author: Manel Gutiérrez Couto
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062444670
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 430

Book Description
The latest volume in the 150 Best series, 150 Best Tiny Home Ideas showcases a wide selection of urban and rural homes from around the world that exemplify tiny home living. Filled with detailed, full-color photographs, comprehensive layout illustrations, and informative descriptions, this useful guidebook responds to the space limitations of contemporary environments and highlights the newest innovations in efficient and successful small-space design. In recent years, tiny homes have not only become hugely popular because of their creative use of space but also necessary to deal with increasingly crowded living conditions. In this lush volume, you’ll discover the most current and effective trends in tiny home design that work to enhance the comfort and practicality of the home without sacrificing the design. Featuring 150 homes designed by world-renowned architects and designers, 150 Best Tiny Home Ideas is the must-have resource for those interested in the construction and design of small-space living.