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Compact Houses

50 Creative Floor Plans for Well-Designed Small Homes

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By Gerald Rowan

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On Sale
Oct 8, 2013
Page Count
208 pages
Publisher
Storey
ISBN-13
9781612121024

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$22.99

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$29.99 CAD

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Trade Paperback

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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. 

Genre:

  • Nonfiction
  • House & Home
  • Design & Construction

Gerald Rowan is the author of Compact Cabins. Retired from full-time teaching, he now teaches architectural history part-time at various schools in Pennsylvania, including Lehigh University and Haverford College. He has owned and renovated more than 60 small houses and cabins.

  • “Whether building a new home or renovating an existing one, homeowners looking to downsize will find plenty of ideas here.”

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Gerald Rowan

Gerald Rowan

About the Author

Gerald Rowan is the author of Compact Cabins. Retired from full-time teaching, he now teaches architectural history part-time at various schools in Pennsylvania, including Lehigh University and Haverford College. He has owned and renovated more than 60 small houses and cabins.

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