Squeezing It In: Designing for compact spaces

Interior designers must understand how to build accessibility, circulation, storage, and lighting into the most restricted areas, without compromising on style. Mary Leslie demonstrates how to design for compact living, proposing creative solutions that can be applied to a variety of settings. Squeezing It In examines familiar problems and offers clever, immediately applicable ideas for making the best of pocket-sized spaces.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 01 January 2022
Publisher: RIBA Publishing

With our living spaces shrinking, interior designers face the challenge of creating multifunctional and stylish environments that meet our needs. In her book "Squeezing It In: Designing for Compact Living," Mary Leslie offers practical solutions for designing spaces of all sizes, from cramped studio apartments to dressing rooms for international business travelers.

The book is organized around different areas of the home, examining common problems and proposing clever ideas for maximizing space. Leslie provides a comprehensive design process, considering accessibility, circulation, storage, and lighting in even the most restricted areas.

Throughout the book, Leslie showcases case studies from renowned architects and designers, providing inspiration and practical advice for creating spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The examples are generously illustrated with full-color photographs, plans, and sketches, making it easy for readers to apply the principles to their own projects.

Whether you're living in a city apartment or a rural cottage, "Squeezing It In" offers creative solutions for making the most of your space. With its concise and informative approach, the book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to design or renovate a compact living environment.

Weight: 646g
Dimension: 175 x 247 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781859469132