There’s a trend happening in the housing world. Many home buyers are opting to scale down their home size. They have a “less is more” attitude. Although buyers may want smaller homes, they also want a home with style and character.
Whether you are downsizing because you are empty nesters and the kids have moved on or you just don’t want all of that space, home builders are listening. Smaller homes are popping up throughout the country such as this new one featured in Southern Living.
Smaller Homes are Charming
When I travel, whether through the US or abroad, I love scouting out older communities with charming smaller homes.
Every time I visit Carmel by-the-Sea, I can spend hours walking up and down the streets looking at their adorable cottages. If you have never been to Carmel, you will want to visit after reading my post Charming Carmel by-the-Sea.
Visit Europe and you are sure to fall in love with their quaint smaller homes.
Charming Communities in Your Own City
I don’t even need to go abroad to see charming European villages. In Columbus, we have an area downtown called German Village with cobblestone streets and adorable brick cottages. I especially love visiting in the summer when the window boxes are full of blooms.
How about you? Do you have an area in your town with charming smaller homes? If so, please leave a comment about it below.
Old Meets New
I like that there is a resurgence in communities with older and smaller homes. They are being remodeled and updated. When they are updated, they ooze character and charm.
Following are some great examples of smaller homes with big appeal.
Could you see yourself living in one of these charming homes? Do you have a favorite?
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Charming! Great things come in small packages!!
Thanks for sharing Daniel Keeley’s project from At Home in Arkansas! We love his small-space transformation.
Thanks for sharing Daniel Keeley’s amazing cottage feature! We love that story.