What does a post-sprawl and post-McMansion world look like? What does the new economy mean for how we live in our homes and communities? What will impact be on how and what we build? All indicators point to smaller more sustainable homes located in walkable communities as the future of new development. But what does this mean? Designing a livable small home requires more than hitting the reduce button on the Xerox machine. A truly sustainable house is more than bamboo floors. A walkable community needs more than just sidewalks. This presentation will explore the elements that are essential to successfully build sustainable smaller homes in thriving communities - even with limited resources. Living within our means does not have to be a trade down, if done right, it can be a trade up.