Typically we are taught: \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The more space, the better\u00e2\u20ac\u009d. But through my life experiences, I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve found this to be patently false. More often than not (due to complex scaling effects) bigger, more space, more heavy, more stuff is worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In terms of space, let\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s talk about living scenarios. The more space you got, the more difficult it is to light up and brighten, the more difficult it is to keep clean and vacuum, harder to reach or find your stuff, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Perhaps the \u00e2\u20ac\u0153more is better\u00e2\u20ac\u009d American ethos, or perhaps the instinctual human thought:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More and bigger is better. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
For example in the past, having more food was better for survival purposes. Bigger men and more muscular and strong men were better predators and protectors. Women with larger bodies, breasts were better providers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Modern and big?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve actually discovered I was happiest and most productive when living in a tiny \u00e2\u20ac\u0153luxury\u00e2\u20ac\u009d apartment<\/a>. Also, with devices, tools and equipment, I prefer the smallest thing possible. For example in the past my favorite laptop was the 11\u00e2\u20ac\u2122\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 MacBook Air, I prefer smaller smartphones, and the RICOH GR III<\/a>. Also when traveling, just one backpack (Thinktank) as best. Also with headphones, typically the smaller ones which are most compact (in ear monitor headphones) work best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Same also goes with small cars \u00e2\u20ac\u201d easier to find parking spots, more fuel efficient, cheaper, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Towards smaller, more luxury, more quality, and more convenient homes <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
My ideal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The smallest, most micro apartment possible with all the greatest amenities (in unit washer and dryer), heating and cooling includes, uber-fast WiFi, all brand new surfaces and appliances, huge floor to ceiling windows (with tons of natural light, facing the sun), and super peace and quiet (very insulated walls), and also in an ideal downtown city location. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
In this scenario, I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m more than happy to spend *more* money for less space and fewer bedrooms, assuming the quality is higher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Suggestions on living<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
For a single person, or a couple, 350 square feet or less (studio) is fine. Use a foam mattress on the floor (Japanese futon style) and fold it up during the day to make more space. Searching for \u00e2\u20ac\u0153luxury apartments\u00e2\u20ac\u009d on Google in a certain area or city, and opting for the smallest and cheapest apartment is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have an infant or child, 1 bedroom is probably sufficient (I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve found having a 2 bedroom for just 1 child as totally unnecessary). <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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