One Man's Closet Is Another Man's Apartment

Sergio Santos has designed college housing projects in England, two high-rises in Poland, an office building in Turkey, a mall in Germany and now he lives in a 5 1/2 by 14 foot closet. The 39-year-old Brazilian architect negotiated with the landlord for the tiny space after he lost his job in January. "The landlord had a larger place available, but he wanted $350 a month," Santos said. "I asked if he would rent me this small room that was a place for the telephone, Internet and security system. I pay only $150 a month and I love it.".