Photos and text ‘by Eric.. Eggertson me, The squeeze for land is on. Some take to the. heights, living twenty floors: ‘up*an apartment building. Others sloth themselves into a group of townhouses, each with a tiny lawn and garden. Still others move far out of to and commute from the-ed; of the suburbs, or beyond. . Big: Squeeze for ‘living space is on But there is one more option which its becoming more and more popular in Western Canada, where land prices have gone haywire. Some people are foregoing spacious lawns, and-roomy houses to fit houses on smaller and smaller lots. This week’s feature home rests on a 25 foot lot in upper Lonsdale, in a neighborhood of large houses and big yards. In the style of townhouses or ski chalets, this two storey house utilizes the vertical and _ horizontal areas. Skylights and mirrors bnghten the interior and make the living space seem larger than it actually is. A balcony upstairs and = sun- deck downstairs help to bring the outside in (or vice versa). The house is set well forward in the lot, leaving a roomy yard with a sunny southern exposure. _> Although large enough for ‘a snfall family, the house © - pbom has a built-in bar and a seems best Suited to a lifestyle which includes a lot of entertaining. The living fireplace, making it good for a small group of friends, or as a central point for a crowd. And the master bedroom is by no means removed from the centre of - .thé action. A small loft €onnects the living room “with the upstairs. Doug moved “into the house because he liked the idea of a small yard,:and:low maintenance without’ the loss of a spacious -interior..- He finds he doesn't spend much time in the house, so he doesn’t want to spend a lot of time working in the yard. His lifestyle allows him to get good use of the house when he’s entertaining or relaxing, but doesn’t let him do the daily maintenance others sometimes crave in a home. Basically this week’s home is a-study in making a small space seem larger,: and how Doug can turn the smallness of his lot into an advantage. The skylights are the key to a feeling of spaciousness. The light beaming into the stairwell turns what could be a dark, avoided area of the ‘house into a bright spot where one can hold a conversation, listen to music or read a_ good _ book. Another skylight gives the upstairs bathroom a look of apparent size. Mirrors in key positions also give the occupant an exaggerated feeling of sprawl. The walls appear to continue beyond the living room fireplace, though they only reach half a foot behind it. The squeeze for land ts on, but that doesn’t mean people have to feel cramped. A lot can be done in a small space, as Doug's upper Lonsdale home shows. THE KITCHEN HAS plenty of counter space because the oven is built into the wall. The main bedroom opens to a balcony, letting the maximum of light in. Both kitchen and bedroom are painted white to brighten the areas. We’re counting on you! The Canadian Red Cross Society wm + Piel en ” + fg Good Looks Plus... a ' oF Rolling Shutters: Impressive looks. Clean, modern lines com- bined with functional simplicity . Plus Encrgy Savings .. . Our various Shutter styles will increase the insulative value of o1 5 /- qiiced! glass by between 45 and 90%! Plus Privacy ... Rolling Shutters give you instant privacy anytime you want it Plas Sccurity .. - With any of our easy-to use locks in place you virtually eluminate the chance of a break in So your vacations relax on Plus Noise Control... Irritating outside moe will fade mght into the background by lowenng your Strutters just Plas ideal Light Control... Roll ttre wry acy dicghit light Youur Shutters hart a tot of op of down to a tittle batt Chome Ot And that’s not all... To tind oul more about the many benefits of Rolting Shutters just mail the handy coupon below or give us a Call HE SHUTTER SHOPPE A DIVISION OF MASTER INDUSTRIES LED 6389 Beresford St Burnaby (604) 437 7417 fie VOE 183 Phone Yes' [d tke more intormation about your Rolling Shutters! Due to the Mail Strike please call 437-7117 . .. because Home Iimprovemcnt should be morc than good looks.