Small Space Big Design

A modernist cabin in British Columbian ski country is the perfect retreat for a family of outdoor adventurers.

A professor takes the first step toward creating a new model for the city.

A growing family in Brooklyn downsizes their living space while expanding their collective quality of life.

A modest kitchen addition to a couple’s cottage outside of Brisbane proves that one 376-square-foot room can revive an entire home.

A husband-and-wife architect team transforms a 607-square-foot Manhattan apartment into an open and bright home for two graphic designers.

With clever storage and a retractable skylight, a London apartment feels larger than its 576 square feet.

Method Homes’ compact Element 1 prefab model rises to the challenge of a difficult building site.

A 196-square-foot house born of architectural know-how, an enterprising spirit, and just over $11,000 has become an inspiration to a growing community of tiny-house enthusiasts.

After a tree falls in Santa Monica, a garage is reborn as a 600-square-foot family gathering spot.

A vacation home’s renovated garage fuses art and architecture.

A Belgian architecture firm transforms a 140-square-foot Dutch military structure into a modern-day vacation retreat.

With a series of community-minded projects, an architecture team sets out to revitalize New York City’s waterways.