Smallspaces: Making the Most of the Space You Have

by Rebecca Tanqueray

As real estate costs go ever higher, many of us are living in smaller spaces than we would like. In Small Spaces, interiors author Rebecca Tanqueray presents a wide variety of solutions to make even a studio apartment feel more spacious and comfortable. Many spaces can be expanded visually through color or lighting, in others, Tanqueray explores the organization of space, storage and the use of multi-functional furniture. The inspirational spaces showcased in Small Spaces are documented thoroughly with beautiful photographs and floor plans, to inspire you in the process of enlarging your own space. Starting with Making the Most of your Space, Rebecca shows how clever use of color, lighting or other elements makes for a coherent home with a feeling of space. The Zones explores the organization of space, including areas for living, cooking and eating, working, bathing and sleeping. A Space Savers page at the end of each section captures key points. Finally, Solutions, tackles the elements to the compact home - including dividing space, using color, lighting and texture and clever storage and furniture. Small Spaces will help you create a more uncluttered and serene home that works.

Genres: Nonfiction, Interior Design

143 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2003

Reviews

[Serina · Rating 1 out of 5]

Made for people living in New York style cities, ie you have a condo. Expensive ideas. Lack of color used, which doesn't make sense. Using color can help the walls recede and give illusion of space quickly and easily. Very, very modern look.

[Amberwench · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice pictures, but their idea of 'small' is over 900 square feet. Also, one of the repeated suggestions is 'build a mezzanine' which only works if you own the place!

[Hardly · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ancient...you should have seen the TVs and monitors in this baby...smh

[Relyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

I liked the idea of this book because I have a very small house. But, it was a bit disappointing. The small format made all the print feel cramped and the pictures too small. The style of the homes is far too modern for me as well.

[Sasha · Rating 2 out of 5]

My review: A resounding "eh."

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of my favorite decor books. I find myself going back again and again to dream.

[Mycala · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of great ideas for those who own their own homes and can make improvements. Definitely will read again when I get my condo.

[July · Rating 4 out of 5]

Space saving ideas to make the most of your small space. I love the pictures!