Tag: minimalism

  • Frugal But Fun: An Origami Home, Anyone?

    Frugal But Fun: An Origami Home, Anyone?

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    Cost has always been a big reason to pick a compact home. Today, though, less really is more. New generations of home buyers seek out small homes for a range of reasons — like a preference for uncluttered minimalism. Or a goal of reducing their footprint on nature. Appropriately designed small homes can be easier…

  • Builders Meet Buyers Where They Are—With Smaller Homes

    Builders Meet Buyers Where They Are—With Smaller Homes

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    At Elm Trails, a subdivision of San Antonio, the giant developer Lennar sells compact homes for just $150K or so. The houses themselves take up less than 700 square feet. They’re placed on 20-foot lots with little backyards and no garages. The least expensive offering is a new, 350-square-foot house for $130K. So far, 55…