Filled with space-saving storage and decorative details, these unique
homes under 1,200 square feet prove that bigger is not always better.
In recent years, many of us have turned our backs on the trend for
oversized houses and embraced small-space living. Cosy, compact
dwellings have so much to offer; they bring families closer together and
make it easier than ever to express personal style. In Small Homes, Big
Appeal, Fifi O'Neill captures the zeitgeist by showcasing homes across
a spectrum of styles and locations, and sharing stories of contented
homeowners who have created unique, imaginative spaces. Living in a
small home doesn't preclude having an elegant aesthetic. In fact, it
allows you to focus on the elements you truly appreciate and the spaces
you use the most. Whether classically furnished or boasting a happy
informality, the little gems featured in this book are more infused with
a spirit than put together according to a set of rules. Rooms are airy
yet intimate, with nooks and alcoves that offer daydreaming spots and
built-in storage in spite of their modest footprints. Whatever your
preferred look--nostalgic, romantic, modern, country, coastal, urban,
minimalist or maximalist--living small has big advantages. It encourage
us to live more simply and, best of all, to create spaces with style,
grace and versatility that rival homes of many times their size.
