The NewVistas model for housing is based on a small household private living space that is comfortable, optimally resource efficient and meets all of the private needs of the household. Much of the living in a NewVistas community takes place in the larger mansion beyond the private living space. Within NewVistas' flexible work-live units, space transformation technologies allow the same space to be used for many different purposes. Targets: 1. 150-200 sq ft of living space per person. 2. Same space usable for many purposes. 3. Minimization of space idleness in living areas. 4. Same space usable for many different purposes - transformable throughout the day. 5. Effective storage solutions for furniture and other items. 6. Availability of completely individual space. 7. Availability of completely private space. 8. Availability of commercial space in close proximity to living space.
Rough fly-through video illustrates principles of transforming space using moveable walls and ceiling storage.