Living in a box - and what a box it is! Today, a tastefully designed and furnished apartment may offer just as much comfort as a whole house. Contemporary architecture and modern design have accepted the challenge, creating exciting living environments under restricted space conditions. From wide, airy lofts to cosy maisonettes: on 800 pages, this volume presents highlights of modern living culture, designed and furnished by renowned architects and designers. The numerous high quality photographs to show how large and small apartments around the world reflect the culture and the lifestyle of its residents. Elegance meets here on versatility, pragmatic solutions fit stylishly into the overall aesthetic concept. For various perspectives the reader encounters amazing symbiosis of urban living standards and exclusive design. Informative text and detailed plans complement the pictures. This book is a real source of inspiration for modern city sufferers and lovers of innovative residential design. AUTHOR Julio Fajardo graduated in Salamanca and later studied publishing in Madrid. He has authored several travel guides and has worked as an editor in houses such as Bruno or Revista de Libors. Over 1000 illustrations