One Space Living

Celebrating the appeal of open-plan living--from tiny studio apartments to huge loft conversions--this book offers practical, professional suggestions for creating smartly integrated, gracious home environments. The book deals creatively with matters such as streamlining possessions, setting up well-ordered storage, and adapting personal habits to meet the demands of privacy while still maximizing comfort, space, and light. Also emphasized is how to preserve the architectural integrity of a building in a way that conventional room planning cannot. 250 color illustrations.