--- title: Small Spaces, cottages description: Given the fact that they are not making any more land here on Cape Cod, we are faced with the challenge of designing homes on very small lots.  Most image: //info.capecodbuilder.com/Portals/140405/images/facebook_image_small.jpg?1385058577.49954 --- [![REEF Cape Cod Builders](https://capecodbuilder.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/reef-logo-2022.gif "REEF Cape Cod Builders") ](https://capecodbuilder.com/) - [Real Estate](https://capecodbuilder.com/cape-cod-land-search/) - [Contact](https://capecodbuilder.com/contact/) - [(508) 394-3090](tel:15083943090) Menu # Welcome to the Cape Cod Builder blog # Small Spaces, cottages Posted by [Matthew Teague](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/author/matthew-teague) on Thu, Dec 08, 2011 ![Matthew Teague](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/hubfs/REEFLogo2013_vertical_med.png) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Given the fact that they are not making any more land here on Cape Cod, we are faced with the challenge of designing homes on very small lots.  Most of our customers still want functional spaces, style, and all of the amenities of a large home, but in a smaller package. Here are some ideas for small spaces from This Old House that you might want to consider. [http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/small-home-space](http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/small-home-space)  Also our Cottage Collection has a lot of these features in traditionally-styled homes[-Cottage Plans](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/cottage-plans/) Tags: [renovation cape cod](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/topic/renovation-cape-cod), [Cape cod builders](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/topic/cape-cod-builders), [remodeling](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/topic/remodeling), [Cape Cod Builder](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/topic/cape-cod-builder), [house plans](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/topic/house-plans) ### Subscribe to Email Updates Search Blog Search Google [Cape Cod Building CostsHow much does it cost per square foot to build on Cape Cod? Get your answer here.](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/do-you-want-to-know-what-your-project-will-cost-0) [Waterfront Homes GuideThe most important question that buyers and homeowners want to know is what can I build? Find out here.](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/waterfront-property-guide) [Buying Land on Cape CodEvery new home needs land. Download our guide to buying land and start your search today.](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/guide-to-buying-land-on-cape-cod-2017) [Controlling CostsUse this free guide to interview contractors and avoid costly delays and overruns.](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/download-our-complimentary-guide-how-to-control-the-cost-of-your-home-building-or-renovation-project) [TimberpegWe're excited to announce our partnership with Timberpeg, the leader in luxury timber frame construction. Click here for info.](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/post-and-beam-construction-cape-cod-timberpeg) ### Latest Posts ![Best of Houzz - Service 2015, 2016](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/capecodbuilder_img/ccbuilder-service1.png?width=140&name=ccbuilder-service1.png "Best of Houzz - Service 2015, 2016") # 508-394-3090 [info@capecodbuilder.com](mailto:info@capecodbuilder.com) ![Best of Houzz - Service 2017, 2018](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/capecodbuilder_img/ccbuilder-service2.png?width=140&name=ccbuilder-service2.png "Best of Houzz - Service 2017, 2018") ### REEF Builder’s Blog #### Consumer Guides - [What does it cost to build on Cape Cod?](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/do-you-want-to-know-what-your-project-will-cost-0) - [Your guide to building a Cape Cod waterfront home](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/waterfront-property-guide?__hstc=253183830.42a4d26cbf0a3dd088d941a10c649ff7.1509434228898.1509440940505.1509447268510.4&__hssc=253183830.2.1509447268510&__hsfp=3087073821) - [Guide to Buying Land on Cape Cod](https://info.capecodbuilder.com/guide-to-buying-land-on-cape-cod-2017) - [** Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CapeCodBuilder) - [** Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thecapecodbuilder/) - [** Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/capecodbuilder/) - [** YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/user/REEFCapeCodBuilder) - [** Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/Cape_CodBuilder) - [** LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/company/reef-cape-cod%27s-home-builder) © 2017 REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder. All rights reserved. - [Privacy](http://capecodbuilder.com/privacy/) - [Legal](http://capecodbuilder.com/legal/) - [Sitemap](http://capecodbuilder.com/sitemap/) 24 School Street, West Dennis, MA 02670 • (508) 394-3090 MA Construction Supervisor: CS083445 MA Home Improvement Contractor: 175486 MA Real Estate License: 5165 Website by [Community Web Development](http://www.comminternet.com)