books about: small-space

books about: small-space

books:

Small-space

Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope--and How to Find Them

Guy Consolmagno, Dan M. Davis

Cambridge University Press, 2000

THE book to start with
For the beginning stargazer, without some sort of guide (either a knowledgable person or a great book), a new telescope is all but useless. Even computerized "go-to" telescopes are surprisingly disappointing; sure, they'll take you straight to the sights, but they ...

Little House on a Small Planet: Simple Homes, Cozy Retreats, and Energy Efficient Possibilities

Shay Salomon

The Lyons Press, 2006

Excellent and Inspiring
This book is totally well prepared. And if a person is looking to modify their life to lessen the effects of the "rat race", this book will suggest excellent options that will save a person YEARS of labor and savings and costs, which can then be devoted to ???? making ...

How to Live in Small Spaces: Design, Furnishing, Decoration and Detail for the Smaller Home

Terence Conran

Firefly Books, 2007

Great Basic Color Education
Though I am not color blind, one would be hard to believe that when it comes to color choices I have made in the past. I knew nothing about color and how colors work with one another. The first part of this book outlines basic color theory - the primary colors, ...

The Very Small Home: Japanese Ideas for Living Well in Limited Space

Azby Brown

Kodansha International, 2005

Origami you can live in, or at least marvel at...
I LOVE this book! I don't think I could live in most of these houses... But, oh wow, would I love to spend a weekend. In the truest Japanese tradition, these very, very small homes are morsels of perfection. No detail is too small; no corner neglected. ...

Stylish Sheds and Elegant Hideaways: Big Ideas for Small Backyard Destinations

Debra Prinzing

Clarkson Potter, 2008

I beg to differ with Dennis...
I originally put this text in the comments section by Dennis' review but figured no one would see it there because of his negative attitude. I beg to differ with Dennis. I am the creator of the "Mod Pod". I was flattered and eager to help contribute to Debra's book. ...

Dream Sewing Spaces: Design & Organization for Spaces Large and Small

Lynette Ranney Black

Palmer/Pletsch Publishing, 1996

Great book and great price!
This book is one to dream over. I like the example rooms listed with floor plans for sewing spaces. Even if you only have a closet, it shows you how to utilize the features of a closet space for sewing! I have a storage/guest room I want to turn into a sewing area, so ...

The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces

William H. Whyte

Project for Public Spaces Inc, 2001

How urban areas work
Years ago I watched an episode of NOVA on PBS on William H. Whyte that explained the background and purpose and accomplishments of his project to study what makes urban spaces in cities work. I sat there riveted, as he methodically and carefully unveiled a vast range ...

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

Sarah Susanka

Taunton, 2001

Sound ideas, Great house.
The Not So Big House was given me by a craftsman friend who had used it building his new, wonderful home. I kept this book through my new addition / remodel project of 7 months, using it as the reference for my decisions. The ideas are sound; easy to understand and ...

Keep Chickens! Tending Small Flocks in Cities, Suburbs, and Other Small Spaces

Barbara Kilarski

Storey Publishing, LLC, 2003

Share the love of chickens!
I bought this book just as I was starting my flock of five hens. Barbara does such a great job of conveying how amusing and interesting it is to share life with these girls! They each have their own personality (chickenality?) There's enough practical information to ...

The Smart Approach to Small-Space Living (Smart Approach)

Susan Boyle Hillstrom

Creative Homeowner, 2007

Handy Lil' Helper
I'm a college student that struggles with trying to keep a neat and orderly apartment, and having furniture that seems to be too large for my small rooms makes it kind of hard to keep a clean and organized appearance. I didn't know they made books on the subject of ...

500 Ideas for Small Spaces: Easy Solutions for Living in 1000 Square Feet or Less

Kimberley Seldon

Creative Publishing international, 2007

Lots of Ideas
I'm moving from a 2500 sq ft home in the 'burbs to what I hope to be a 750 sq ft apt in Manhattan. I have not found a better book to give me ideas of how to organize my space in such a way that my husband and I feel like we are in a home rather than an apartment that ...

Big Ideas for Small Spaces

David Lansing, JoAnne Liebeler

Sunset Publishing Corporation, 2006

Helpful and Enjoyable
There are numerous photos of a wide array of possibilities for a small living space. The overall aesthetic is comfortable, practical and charming--NOT over the top, expensive and/or absurd like some interior design books. I found several ideas for my own home in this ...

Small Space Survival Guide: Storage & Decorating Tips & Tricks

Nancy Javier, Barbara Finwall

Leisure Arts, 2003

Small book, but chock full of great ideas.
This book has many great ideas for each room of the home and includes large, clear, color photos showing those ideas at work. Rooms that are often overlooked in organizing books, such as craft rooms, nursery, and even the garage, are given attention here. Some of ...

Japanese Gardening in Small Spaces

Isao Yoshikawa

Japan Publications Trading, 1996

AUTHENTIC AND INSPIRATIONAL
I picked up about ten books on Japanese gardening at the library and this book was by far the most inspirational. The author gives definitions for technical terms and also shows step by step illustrations to recreate various photographs within the book. He also shows ...

Landscapes for Small Spaces: Japanese Courtyard Gardens

Katsuhiko Mizuno

Kodansha International, 2002

Beyond the basics, Japanese Garden Book
I've been through a lot of Japanese gardening books, and many of been a little repetitive, covering the basic design elements and what not. Mizuno has put together a great "Intermediate" read once you've had enough of the basics. The pictures are some of the best ...