Bigger Than Tiny, Smaller Than Average

by Sheri Koones

Overview

Smaller, more environmentally-friendly houses seem to be the wave of the future. As people chose to move out of cities, finances and life style will limit the size of the houses these new home owners will choose. This book includes lots of examples of small house options around the country, including ADUs (accessory dwelling units). Whether you’re building a small house, renovating an older home, or purchasing something new, this book will provide inspiration. It compiles lots of previously difficult-to-find information in one place. The sidebars describe home systems and new materials helpful to any homeowner concerned about the environment and hoping to save money on energy and maintenance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781423658467
Publisher:	Smith, Gibbs Publisher
Publication date:	01/07/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	497
File size:	73 MB
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About the Author

Sheri Koones is a widely respected author and journalist who helps readers better understand that getting the house of their dreams can be done in an ecologically responsible and one-of-a-kind way. She is the recipient of the prestigious Gold Award Robert Bruss Real Estate Book Awards from NAREE for Downsize: Living Large in a Small House. She has written numerous articles about home construction for AOL Real Estate, Smart Homeowner, Builder Magazine, and more and is a regular contributor to Forbes.com. She has been the speaker at events such as the International Building Show and the National AIA Convention.

Editorial Reviews

11/15/2021

Journalist Koones (Downsize) demonstrates that limited space doesn’t mean compromised style in this captivating study of small houses. She focuses on places that aren’t quite “tiny homes” but are still on the smaller side: a historic 1,800-sq.-ft. Washington, D.C., coach house renovation exemplifies elegant minimalism, while a pair of prefabricated homes constructed by students at the University of Kansas are both energy-efficient and attractive. There’s an abode in Culver City, Calif., that is off-the-grid, rugged, and industrial-feeling inside; a rustic San Antonio charmer that incorporates local wood; a refurbished 650-sq.-ft. Vancouver garage that’s transformed into a spare yet delightful dwelling for two; an 800-sq.-ft. Seattle rental that exemplifies mid-century chic; and a superbly refurbished Victorian in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood. The author also dishes out pointers on everything from the basics of paring down (it’s a process, and one that must be done) to the secrets of making a space feel larger (built-in furniture, high ceilings, light-colored cabinets and walls, and pocket doors). Stunning color photos are a plus. This luxurious volume will provide endless inspiration to space-efficient and green homeowners. (Mar.)

Publishers Weekly

Whether you’re thinking buying, building or renovating a smaller home, Sheri will inspire you with a dazzling range of ideas and options for your next living space.

Voice America Podcast

… what we have is a collection of extremely livable, modestly-sized, well-designed homes that are presented with lots of detail and great photography. There is a lot to learn from Koones and her new book.

Treehugger - Lloyd Alter

I think the pandemic has made us all take stock of what’s important in our lives. It’s not keeping up with the Joneses or showing off the latest design excess. It’s not holding onto stuff that no longer has a use in our lives. It’s living simply and authentically. This book fits that niche perfectly.

Jamie Gold