The Borrowers - Bell Phillips Architects

This house is inspired by Mary Norton’s ​“The Borrowers,” a classic children’s novel that tells the story of a family of tiny people living secretly within the walls and floors of an English house. The Borrowers survive by ​“borrowing” items from the humans they live amongst, adapting and repurposing these objects to suit their miniature needs. This seemingly whimsical tale holds deeper meanings, particularly in its portrayal of otherness and the dynamics between different cultures and societies. Norton’s narrative subtly advocates for recognition and respect of different races and cultures, encouraging a world where differences do not necessitate fear and where mutual understanding can flourish.