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The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live

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Author: Sarah Susanka
Publisher: Taunton
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

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Format: Illustrated
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 208
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 9.8 x 0.7

ISBN: 1561583766
Dewey Decimal Number: 728.37
EAN: 9781561583768
ASIN: 1561583766

Publication Date: March 31, 2001
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: stains on bottom of a few pages, slight dirt scuff marks on front and back of cover Used - Acceptable

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•	Hardcover - The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live (Susanka)
•	Hardcover - The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Review
When describing a favorite room in the house, do you find yourself using terms such as "expansive," "formal," and "spacious"--a marble foyer or a formal dining room perhaps? Or do the words "cozy," "intimate," and "warm" come to mind--a cheery little breakfast nook or a window seat complete with plenty of pillows and a breathtaking view? More than likely, you--like thousands of other homeowners--are drawn to the more personal spaces in your home, where comfort, beauty, and efficiency meet. In The Not So Big House, respected architect Sarah Susanka and coauthor Kira Obolensky address our affinity for the "smaller, more personal spaces" and propose "clear, workable guidelines for creating homes that serve both our spiritual needs and our material requirements." The heart of the not-so-big house--which is not "just a small house ... [but] a smaller house," that uses "less space to give greater quality of life," and is designed to not only "accommodate the lifestyles of its occupants" but also to express "our values and our personalities," is discussed in chapter 1, entitled "Bigger Isn't Better." Susanka's urging for homeowners to get creative with their space as well as loads of ideas to encourage that creativity are covered in "Rethinking the House" and "Making Not So Big Work." Discussions of specific needs, such as a home for one and designing for kids, can be found in "Lifestyles of the Not So Rich and Famous," while "Dreams, Details, and Dollars" gets down to the nuts and bolts of the operation, looking at quality versus quantity, budgeting, and what "low end," "middle ground," and "high end" really mean in home design and construction. Lastly, the authors look at the home of the future, which involves simplifying, recycling, reducing waste, and using energy-efficient construction. With more than 200 color photographs, as well as floor plans and Susanka and Obolensky's intelligent and lively dialogue, The Not So Big House is perfect for homeowners ready to rethink their space. --Stefanie Hargreaves

Product Description
Sarah Susanka contends that people are naturally drawn to intimate spaces. Large structures inspired by outdated patterns tend to result in houses that just dont work. In The Not So Big House, she proposes clear guidelines for creating homes that serve spiritual needs as well as material requirements. Topics covered include designing for specific lifestyles, budgeting, building a home from scratch, and using energy-efficient construction. With more than 200 color photographs as well as floor plans, the book is perfect for homeowners ready to rethink their space. Susanka says to evaluate what makes you feel at home and let your activities define your rooms. San Francisco Chronicle