Small spaces have been on our mind (check out our June 2009 "Think Smaller" issue), and they’ve also been on the minds of the American Institute of Architects.
The national architects’ association recently honored 20 architecture and design firms by naming them recipients of the fifth annual Small Projects Awards. The projects range from homes to offices to bus shelters but all share the theme of efficiency. Click the “View Slideshow” at the top right-hand corner of this post to view eight of our favorite projects from the pool of honorees.
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this is very nice...well put together such a cosy small little place to rest and enjoy life
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I love it!!!! Very interesting, especially when you don’t want guests to come upstairs…
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love the red accents for the bar stools and the lighting fixtures, against the neutral color palette of the room..i'm hoping to add that to my new place as a focal point for the kitchen/living room
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Such a great example of universal design that is just as beautiful as it is functional! Would love to see more!
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Love to see all great small spaces. http://smallspaceresources.blogspot.com
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That is absolutely beautiful.
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I love small places. I currently reside in a single apartment and always look to DWELL for wonderful ideas on how to adapt to small places.
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