"Open-Plan Living" celebrates life in the one-space home. This informative and inspirational book celebrates the possibilities of single-space living, as well as addressing fundamental issues such as whether to employ an architect, deciding on structural alterations, and planning space effectively. There is hard-working advice on zoning an open-plan home into activity areas, such as relaxing, cooking, eating, sleeping, bathing and working. Authoritative information is given on effective lighting, ingenious storage and versatile space dividers. And important practical issues, such as heating and cooling systems, ventilation and insulation, maintenance, and security are also taken into account.