Features color photos and the floor plans of 48 budget-minded innovative home designs by North American architects, ranging from a super-insulated eco-tech country home in the Catskills to an elegant three-story townhouse in Chicago. Five are conceptual homes yet to be built.

Explore 48 original houses recently produced by American and Canadian architects through over 235 images and plans. All were produced with an eye for economy using a combination of economical construction techniques and clever technological innovations. Included are starter homes, retirement houses, vacation retreats, townhouses, large houses with offices and studios, and small residences for simple living.