The Not So Big House

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Ten years ago, Sarah Susanka sparked a revolution in home design with a simple yet powerful message: quality should always come before quantity. This special 10th anniversary edition of her groundbreaking book features a new introduction and 16 additional pages exploring three new homes. Since its original release in Fall 1998, nearly a quarter-million copies have been sold, igniting a movement in home design that encourages homeowners to expect more from their living spaces. Architects and builders report clients arriving with well-loved copies, eager to implement the book's principles. It raises important questions about our preferences for smaller, more personal spaces over larger ones, and why we gravitate towards kitchens instead of formal dining rooms. The book offers clear guidelines for creating homes that meet both spiritual and material needs, catering to diverse lifestyles, from couples and families to empty nesters and individuals. In 1999, Susanka, then an architect with Mulfinger, Susanka, Mahady & Partners, designed the Life Dream House, embodying Frank Lloyd Wright's human-scale design principles. By reflecting on which rooms we truly enjoy, we can grasp the essential ideas presented, ensuring that our homes provide comfort, calm, and energy for every mood.