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

by Sarah Susanka (Author)

In The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live, architect Sarah Susanka returns with a special 10th anniversary edition of her groundbreaking book that transformed the way we think about home design.

With a fresh introduction and 16 additional pages exploring three new homes, Susanka reinforces her powerful message: quality should always take precedence over quantity.

Join the movement that has inspired hundreds of thousands of readers and changed the way we approach home living. Discover how The Not So Big House can help you create a home that truly reflects your lifestyle and values.

Key Features:

• Timeless Design Philosophy: Emphasizes the importance of creating smaller, more personal spaces that meet our needs and enhance our lifestyles.
• Updated Insights: Includes new perspectives and examples from homeowners and builders who have embraced the Not So Big movement over the past decade.
• Practical Guidelines: Offers clear strategies for designing homes that cater to both spiritual and material requirements, regardless of family size or structure.
• Human-Scale Design: Explores how to create comfort and energy in spaces, drawing on the principles of Frank Lloyd Wright to promote human-centric architecture.
• Inspiring Case Studies: Features stories of homeowners who have successfully implemented Susanka's ideas, showcasing the benefits of thoughtful, intentional design.

Author Biography

Sarah Susanka, FAIA (Fellow of the American Institute of Architects), is an award-winning architect, design visionary, and cultural thought leader best known for pioneering the "Not So Big House" concept. Her philosophy advocates for building homes that prioritize quality, detail, and comfort over sheer size.

• Architectural Visionary: Susanka's "Not So Big" approach fundamentally challenges the American obsession with large, often inefficient homes. Her philosophy emphasizes better design, not bigger houses, encouraging homeowners to create spaces that truly align with their personal values and lifestyle.
• Best-Selling Author: Her first book, The Not So Big House: A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live, became a cultural phenomenon and a long-running bestseller. She has since authored several other successful books, including Home by Design, The Not So Big Life, and Creating the Not So Big House, furthering her integrated design philosophy.
• Media Recognition: She has been recognized byNewsweek as a "cultural revolutionary" and has been named one of the "Top 100 Most Influential People in Residential Construction" and one of the "25 Most Influential People in the Housing Industry."
• Professional Background: Born in England and educated in the United States, Susanka holds a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Minnesota. She practiced residential architecture for many years before dedicating her career to writing and speaking.

Through her books and public speaking, Sarah Susanka continues to inspire homeowners, architects, and builders to redefine what makes a house a true, cherished home.