Gerald Rowan

Lots of good stuff here: small, energy-efficient, passive-solar, tight, well-crafted, and well-designed houses suited to a variety of climates. There is lots of detail on how to maximize storage, how best to furnish, how to site the houses, and how to take advantage of outdoor spaces. It's all practical, and could really help you find your perfect small house.


personal copy

Overall a good book if you're looking into building a small place. It has a lot of good information besides just floor plans -- tips on construction, important factors in building, etc, etc. I wish there were a bit more variety with the floor plans, but overall a good, solid book to give you an idea of what you can expect. I would recommend this book. 4 out of 5 stars.