The Not So Big House

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Ten years ago, Sarah Susanka ignited a revolution in home design with a simple yet powerful message: quality should come before quantity. This special 10th anniversary edition celebrates that message, featuring a new introduction and 16 additional pages exploring three new homes. Since its original publication in Fall 1998, nearly a quarter-million copies have been sold, sparking a movement in home design that encourages homeowners to expect more from their living spaces. Architects and builders across the country have noted that clients often arrive with well-loved copies of the book, eagerly referencing their favorite sections. The text delves into why we prefer smaller, more personal spaces over larger ones and why we gravitate towards kitchens rather than formal dining rooms. It provides clear, actionable guidelines for creating homes that fulfill both spiritual and material needs, catering to various lifestyles, whether for couples, families, empty nesters, or individuals. In 1999, Susanka, then an architect with Mulfinger, Susanka, Mahady & Partners, brought Frank Lloyd Wright's human-scale design principles to contemporary architecture. By reflecting on the rooms we use and enjoy most, we can grasp the essential principles of this transformative approach to home design, which offers comfort, calm, energy, and activity for every mood.