Compact Cabins presents 62 design interpretations of the getaway dream with something to please every taste Best of all these small- footprint designs are affordable & energy- efficient without skimping on comfort & style The cabins range in size from a cozy 100 square feet to a more spacious but still economical 1000 square feet & all include sleeping accommodations kitchen & bath facilities & a heat source Complete chapters on low-maintenance building materials utilities & appliances & alternative energy sources supply readers with the options for living efficiently in small spaces For every design readers will find floor plans with detailed suggestions for designing the space for optimal use These plans are flexible; many feature modular elements that can be mixed & matched to accommodate a particular owner's needs or hobbies Features such as an outdoor fireplace covered porch or external storage locker might work nicely in several cabin designs It's all about enhancing & maximizing small I spaces to suit individual needs & preferences Build small In this time of uncertain energy costs global warming & tighter budgets building small is a theme that resonates with second-home owners Gerald Rowan shows readers how to achieve their cabin dreams on a small footprint