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Author
Publisher
Rockport
Pub. Date
2001
Physical Desc
192 p. : col. ill. ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Contemporary design places the focus on material quality. While traditional styles of decorating have tended to emphasize applied finishes, todayś interiors allow the unique characteristics of wood, stone, glass and metal to speak for themselves. From smooth matt plywood to translucent Perspex, from cool, classic limestone to burnished concrete, the scope has never been greater. Materials once considered suitable only for industrial or commercial...
Author
Publisher
Sunset Pub. Corp
Pub. Date
c2002
Physical Desc
256 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Step-by-step photo sequences show how to build your own deck from the ground up. Hundreds of great design ideas for making your deck a special place. All the latest information about composite decking materials, hidden-fastener systems, and the phase-out of chemically treated lumber. 16 detailed deck plans, including a handicapped-accessible deck, adaptable for your site.
Author
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Pub. Date
c2003
Physical Desc
160 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Green. It conjures images of a meadow in spring for some, and the color of money for others. What does "green" have to do with our homes? In essence, green building-or sustainable building-means being smart about how we use energy, water, and building materials so that we can live well without needlessly damaging the environment. Creating a good green home isn't just about conservation, about using less or saving more-although that's certainly part...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Tiny House, Large Lifestyle! Tiny homes are popping up across America, captivating people with their novel approach not only to housing, but to life. Once considered little more than a charming oddity, the tiny house movement continues to gain momentum among those who thirst for a simpler, "greener," more meaningful life in the face of society's "more is better" mindset. This book explores the philosophies behind the tiny house lifestyle, helps you...
Publisher
Thunder Bay Press
Pub. Date
2002
Physical Desc
448 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 32 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book is a guide to the architectural styles of American houses. Highly illustrated with photographs and overlays to identify key recognition features, it covers a variety of architectural styles from colonial to modern America. In a section by section treatment, The Houses We Live In details how the various styles were developed, its originators and proponents, the main dates when the style was popular, and the main houses and regions that saw...
Author
Publisher
Clarkson Potter/Publishers
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
pages cm
Language
English
Description
"Whether you covet a renovated Airstream or a sprawling, modern stucco, desert has become the new beachfront when it comes to prime real estate. Artist iO Tillett Wright captures this specific culture shared all over the world of desert-living, from Texas and California in the United States to Chile, Morocco, and Australia. The detailed overview of the lifestyle is what sets this book apart. Featuring classic, well-known desert homes like Georgia...
Publisher
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
Pub. Date
c2004
Physical Desc
362 p. : ill. ; 21 x 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Big Book of Small House Designs is a collection of more than 500 drawings illustrating all aspects of 75 small homes of various styles, from a New England farmhouse to a sophisticated steel frame to a Santa Fe ranch. Each design includes detailed floor plans, section drawings, elevations, and perspectives, as well as a description of the materials used and landscaping around the home. Keeping in mind that a chief priority for a small home is often...
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
1999, c1995
Physical Desc
248 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Under the Sun features the architectural traditions of desert living around the world, from ancient adobe structures to innovative homes. Beginning with the age-old desert architecture of North African, Spanish, and Native American cultures, the book profiles ecologically sound homes in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Northern Mexico.
Author
Publisher
Taunton Press
Pub. Date
c2006
Physical Desc
218 p. : col. ill., plans ; 26 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
As our personal and professional lives become more demanding and hectic, people have reacted with a more casual, relaxed, and open way of living at home. Kitchens are no longer just for cooking but serve as entertainment hubs; barbeques on the grill have replaced formal dinners. As our lives at home have become increasingly informal, the "barefoot living" lifestyle has emerged and there is increased demand to carry this attitude over into home design....
Publisher
Meredith Corp
Pub. Date
c2000
Physical Desc
192 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Decks are a big job, and this guide can help readers get started, understand building codes, and figure out location. It also shows how to design, build, accessorize, repair, and maintain decks, with expert tips on how to customize plans. 75 projects. 600 photos. 30 illustrations.
Author
Publisher
Creative Homeowner
Pub. Date
c2005
Physical Desc
287 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Leads the homeowner through the process of designing and building a deck whether as a do-it-yourself project or working with a contractor. Hundreds of step-by-step color photographs highlight the clear, concise, and friendly text. The author provides helpful advice on generating ideas, selecting materials, and using tools as he leads the reader through the complete process. Three different deck projects, complete with plans and materials lists, are...
Publisher
Taunton Press
Pub. Date
c2003
Physical Desc
156 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Install flashing that will prevent water damage ; build both open and screened porches ; choose between solid wood and synthetic decking ; install exterior trim that resists weather damage ; design and build curved decks and porches ; extend the life of a deck with proper maintenance ; design and build railing for decks and porches.
Author
Publisher
Harper Design
Pub. Date
2005
Physical Desc
191 p. : col. ill., plans ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
For the typical American homeowner, Great Houses on a Budget presents case studies from across the country that achieve high style at an affordable cost. Most homeowners can only fantasize about owning and living in beautiful dream homes designed by top architects -- houses that are well beyond the reach of average consumers. This splendidly illustrated volume promises to provide a reality check by presenting beautifully designed houses by the same...
Publisher
Home Planners
Pub. Date
c2001
Physical Desc
144 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
120 deck plans in every size and shape, plus basic deck-building information. Featured sections: single-level decks ; multi-level decks ; l-shaped and pool decks and more. Choose your favorite design, then call the toll-free number to order a set of working drawings, complete with details and a materials list.
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