Narrow homes

What to do if you’ve got a 20 foot wide plot of land and want to build a home on it? Make the most of it! This 16-foot wide home—dubbed “The Shaft”—is a two and a half story structure that makes the best of its tiny footprint. See the interior, after the jump.The Shaft House is named after its center staircase, which runs through the center of the home, connecting the floors to one another. The interior shaft provides circulation and plenty of central light.

The back of the home glows at night as the giant, two-story glass doors swing open to remove the barrier between inside and out. A polished concrete patio deck and pool, along with a simple block perimeter wall, make smart use of available materials.

Gradient Architecture has used a planning rule from the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy to revitalise an unused lot in affected neighbourhood Red Hook.

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Image 8 of 23 from gallery of Sakae House / Hearth Architects. Photograph by Yuta Yamada

Photo 6 of 22 in This Narrow Lot in Australia Holds Two Homes—But One’s Stone, and the Other’s Steel. Browse inspirational photos of modern homes. From midcentury modern to prefab housing and renovations, these stylish spaces suit every taste.

This Australian home feels larger than its 645 square feet thanks to white walls, plenty of outdoor connections, and loads of natural light.

Image 13 of 33 from gallery of Connect House / Story Architecture. Photograph by Tomquast

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