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title: The Unique Class of Small Home Architecture
description: "\"Integrating unique features in a smaller home can­not be an afterthought. So, space planning needs to be more intentional earlier on in the design process to make sure the layout is ideal.\""
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# The Unique Class of Small Home Architecture

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### As Seen in Design + Decor

<https://blog.deckhouse.com/hubfs/Acorn%20Deck%20House%20Co.%20Who%20Provides%20What%20(Graphic%20Representation).pdf>

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## Discussing the Sophistication of Designing Smaller Homes

Story by Hunter Powell

Michael Hawkes, Lead Architect at Acorn Deck House Company, as interviewed for this issue:

*"Integrating unique features in a smaller home can­not be an afterthought. With smaller homes, we have had clients re­quest that we make space for an heirloom piece of furniture, for ex­ample. So, space planning needs to be more intentional earlier on in the design process to make sure the layout is ideal. The other ways to address smaller homes is to "double-up" space uses with "flex rooms". For example, having an office act as a guest room, or a home gym be planned in a way that it can be used as a future nursery..."*

[Read the entire article and access the](https://issuu.com/mattkolk/docs/d_d_2023_ny_jan_for_web/30)[Design + Decor](https://issuu.com/mattkolk/docs/d_d_2023_ny_jan_for_web) 2023 Sourcebook here.

 

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