10 square

How much space do we really need?  In an era of ballooning house sizes and constricting rental markets, it can sometimes be difficult to envision opportunities for change or innovation. 10square is a design competition that seeks to broaden awareness and generate examples of building and design strategies that are small, green and affordable, taking inspiration from the City of Nelson’s building bylaws regarding the largest allowable structure not requiring a building permit. (Entries are not, however, bound to any other requirements the City may have other than those included here). So come on, challenge preconceived notions, show us some new ideas about getting more out of living with less!
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