While sipping my coffee and watching CBS Sunday morning on this lazy Sunday I was excited to hear a snippet about a new book that was recently released. "The Not So Big House" by Sara Susanka is another affirmation to those of us living in smaller homes that shares the value system of embracing the characteristics of creating home in whatever sized abode you find yourself in.
She shares many tips on remodeling, decorating and adjusting to the lifestyle of living in a smaller home. My favorite part of the clip was her before and after shots of her own remodel.
She shares many tips on remodeling, decorating and adjusting to the lifestyle of living in a smaller home. My favorite part of the clip was her before and after shots of her own remodel.
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"After"
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"After"
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Sarah's home in North Carolina is her example of taking a "run of the mill" home with good bones and transforming it into a comfortable and personal abode.
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"After"
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Her "Not So Big Remodeling Tips" show how to implement remodeling concepts on a "Not So Big" budget.
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Her books talk about using less expensive options like the quartz composite product she used on her counter tops as an alternative to more expensive materials.
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"After"
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The "Not So Big" books focus on remaining in your home while the remodel is taking place. A realistic alternative to many modern remodeling tips on the market today.
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"After"
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I enjoyed seeing Sarah replace her old stackable washer and dryer with larger, energy-efficient front loading appliances. Many people assume stackables are always space savers. While most times they are perfect for small spaces, here the new appliances allowed for a counter top above and an instant work surface.
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"After"
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Sarah's informative approach to educating America about the New Urbanism in modern day urban planning is helping to spread the word about satisfying lifestyles in smaller homes. I am looking forward to getting my hands on her newest book!
~Amber
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