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PublisherTaunton Press, Incorporated

ISBN-101631864041

ISBN-139781631864049

eBay Product ID (ePID)219670692

Product Key Features

Book TitlePrefabulous Small Houses

Number of Pages240 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2016

TopicDesign & Construction, Construction / General, Sustainable Living, Buildings / Residential, House Plans, Sustainability & Green Design, Regional, Small Spaces

IllustratorYes

GenreArchitecture, House & Home, Technology & Engineering

AuthorSheri Koones

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight35.9 Oz

Item Length10.9 in

Item Width8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2016-021033

ReviewsPresenting the benefits of small-scale, prefab construction, Koones takes us through an instructional and aesthetic journey that's hard to find fault with., This book demonstrates the use of materials and techniques from the past to make eco-friendly small-home living more achievable and comfortable.

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal728

Table Of ContentTABLE OF CONTENTS Foreward by Robert Redford Introduction The Houses Casita de Invierno eHab Cabin Cocoon Studio Sandpoint Cabin Lakeside Container Cottage DesertSol House Urban Eden Lakeview House Little House on the Ferry SU+RE House Bayview Cottage Solar Laneway House M2 Cabin Whidbey Island House Ford House Sonoma Residence Cousins River Residence weeZero House Cloverdale House Silicon Valley Balance House Vashon Island House Lake Union Floating Home Olde Seawatch Hilltop House John's Island Home Halycon Hill Bonsall House Westport Beach House Alpine Passive House Emerald House Three Palms Project Dawnsknoll House Glossary Resources

SynopsisIn Prefabulous Small Houses , best-selling author Sheri Koones showcases 32 stunning prefabricated homes from across North America, highlighting a new era of construction that combines style, efficiency, and sustainability. Prefab home construction has finally come into its own, and this book allows you to explore its potential. Not just a collection of homes, an invitation to reimagine living spaces in a way that aligns with our evolving needs and values. Key Features: Stunning Visuals: This captivating book is filled with 250 beautiful photographs and detailed floor plans, showcasing the amazing variety of styles available in today's prefab housing market. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a prospective homeowner, these homes will inspire your vision of modern living. Small is the New Big: As Millennials search for their first homes and Boomers look to downsize, small houses are gaining popularity for their practicality. Ranging from 325 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft., these homes are not only cost-effective to build but also less expensive to heat and maintain, making them an ideal choice for various lifestyles. Eco-Friendly Living: Each home featured in Prefabulous Small Houses emphasizes energy efficiency and sustainability. The homes utilize local materials when possible, recycle metals and wood, and are designed to minimize their environmental impact while preserving the natural landscape. Addressing Climate Change: With a foreword by actor and environmentalist Robert Redford, the book underscores the urgent need for innovative housing solutions in the fight against climate change. Prefabricated small homes represent a viable path toward more sustainable living, addressing the challenges of modern society. Innovative Construction Methods: Discover construction techniques that are adaptable to any climate, offering homeowners the flexibility to create their dream homes while supporting environmental stewardship., Prefab home construction has come into its own. Prefabricated homes used to be considered inferior to houses built on site, but not anymore. In Prefabulous Small Houses, best-selling author Sheri Koones presents 32 stunning prefabricated homes from around North America. 250 beautiful photographs and floorplans show the amazing breadth of styles available to today's homeowners. Small is the new big. Everyone from Millennials looking to buy their first homes to Boomers trying to downsize have turned to small houses in recent years. These homes cost less to build, less to heat, and less to maintain. All of the houses in Prefabulous Small Houses range from 325 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. and showcase construction methods perfect for any climate. Building better, building greener. All of the houses featured here are highly energy efficient and are built with sustainability in mind. In eco-friendly prefab construction, local materials are used when possible, metals and wood are recycled, and houses are built with a conscious attempt to preserve the land on which they now stand. A foreword by actor and environmentalist Robert Redford speaks to the urgency with which we must act to combat climate change and how prefabricated small homes have a role to play in that challenge. Amazing diversity. The houses presented here cover a truly remarkable range of custom styles and exciting locales, including: The Lake Union Floating House in Washington, which is built right in the water with hybrid marine construction techniques The 325-sq.-ft Casita de Invierno in Florida, made of just 4 rooms with high ceilings The Westport Beach House in Connecticut, built using a panelized system on the ocean front And many more, coast to coast

LC Classification NumberTH4819.P7K659 2016