Terence Conran provides practical information and creative inspiration to show that just because living space may be limited in scale, it does not have to be limited in style. From planning and design to an area by area breakdown, stunning visual examples demonstrate how small spaces can be both stylish and functional.

Terence Conran is one of the world's leading designers, retailers, furniture-makers, and restaurateurs. He is Chairman of Conran Holdings, the parent company of his retail and restaurant businesses, and Chairman of Conran & Partners, his architectural and design practice. He also designs furniture for Content and Benchmark. Terence Conran's books include The Essential House Book, Terence Conran on Design, Design: Intelligence Made Visible, Outdoors, Inspiration and Eco House Book all published by Conran Octopus.

Introduction

Index

Acknowledgements

Planning & Design

Assessing your needs

Spatial review

Clearing out clutter

Servicing

Open layouts

Mezzanines

Building in flexibility

Using redundant space

Compact stairs

Storage

Decor & Furnishings

Basic considerations

Lighting

Decorative strategies

Furniture & arrangement

Detail

Display

Area by Area

Multipurpose areas

Living rooms

Kitchens

Eating areas

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Dressing rooms

Children's rooms

Working areas