Design & Construction

Bathroom remodeling continues to top the list of the most common remodeling projects. All New Bathroom Ideas that Work contains essential information on all aspects of a bathroom update or complete remodel, from fixtures to lighting and cabinetry to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781580115698Author Editors of Creative HomeownerFormat PaperbackPage Count 528Imprint Creative HomeownerPublisher Creative HomeownerWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781570625848Author Eva WongFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780936070681Author Lloyd KahnFormat PaperbackPage Count 220Imprint Shelter Publications Inc.,U.S.Publisher Shelter Publications Inc.,U.S.Weight(grams) 1224g

A reclusive designer living in a custom tiny house in the middle of the Montana wilderness. A couple who traded their expensive Bay Area apartment for a slip at a nearby marina, where they live on a docked sailboat. A family of five who decided to...

A journey through the acclaimed design studio's effortless California aesthetic, ethos, and lifestyle Design Commune reveals the evolution story of an acclaimed design studio rooted firmly in the California aesthetic, ethos, and lifestyle. Truly...

Environmentally friendly buildings are a must for our future. Among the many new ideas for buildings are green roofs. But what is a green roof? How do they work? Why are individuals and businesses installing them? How do you install and maintain a...

An earth-sheltered, earth-roofed home has the least impact upon the land of all housing styles, leaving almost zero footprint on the planet. Earth-Sheltered Houses is a practical guide for those who want to build their own underground home at moderate...

DIY enthusiasts, tiny house-lovers, and van-lifers will find inspiration and step-by-step instructions in Tin Can Homestead, the ultimate resource for living small in your own Airstream paradise.The Airstream trailer is the ultimate symbol of vintage...

Chic is sophistication and elegance, balance and ebullience. It is stylish and fashionable, but never trendy and never tries too hard. On this exclusive Veranda tour of stunning homes, the talented designers and architects offer palettes, patterns, and...

Frustrated with complicated and restrictive green-building certification programs and the under-enforced building code, a group of architects and builders in Portland, Maine, came up with the idea of the Pretty Good House. What, they asked, should you...

Since its founding in 1976, the non-profit Habitat for Humanity International has built more than 255,000 houses for more than one million people and families in need world wide. First published in 2002, "How to Build a House" has helped thousands more...

Unlock new growing opportunities and increase your property value with an outdoor conservatory. In this illustrated guide, Roger Marshall shows you how to build our own greenhouse using simple, easy-to-follow techniques. Covering everything from...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780882665504Author Charles McRavenFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Storey BooksPublisher Storey BooksWeight(grams) 0g

London's modest eighteenth-century houses-those inhabited by artisans and laborers in the unseen parts of Georgian London-can tell us much about the culture of that period. This fascinating book examines largely forgotten small houses that survive from...

Why do we spend so much time indoors, which is not our natural habitat? Why have trends such as forest-bathing become so popular? The answer to the last question lies in the proven benefits we obtain from our connection with nature - from increased...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780996539326Author Matt DonleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 340Imprint Bizfound, LLCPublisher Bizfound, LLCWeight(grams) 676gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm * 18mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780911469172Author Vrest OrtonFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Alan C Hood & CompanyPublisher Alan C Hood & Company

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780811734790Author Jim CooperFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Stackpole BooksPublisher Stackpole BooksWeight(grams) 404g

A comprehensive hands-on guide for builders - both self-builders and professionals - and an essential handbook for designers that includes many construction details. Straw bale buildings are warm in winter and cool in summer. The natural materials...

If you've ever dreamed about building your own rustic cottage in the woods or the hunting cabin of your dreams, or even homesteading off-the-grid, this handy reference provides a logical, sensible, and easy-to-follow approach to building a permanent...

Renovation has been the standard reference on the subject of renovation for 40 years. This revised edition will address the new realities of the housing industry in the 21st century, where homeowners are spending more cautiously, staying put longer in...

You deserve a home that meets your specific needs and desires! If you find yourself dreaming of the perfect patio, the ideal kitchen, and inviting rooms where you love to spend time, it might just be time to start building! With Building Your Custom...

To respond to the unique opportunities of each client and site, Bates Masi + Architects has developed an approach rather than a devotion to a particular style. Careful study of the needs of the site and owners uncovers a guiding concept particular to...

The architecture of 20 contemporary houses around the world explores concrete's sculptural possibilities. Robust and raw, concrete has been a rudimentary building material for centuries, but it is only relatively recently that architects have...

Illustrated with hundreds of illuminating line drawings, this classic guide reveals virtually every secret of a building's function: how it stands up, keeps its occupants safe and comfortable, gets built, grows old, and dies--and why some buildings do...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781644382493Author Roxyann SpanfelnerFormat PaperbackPage Count 196Imprint Abuzz PressPublisher Abuzz PressWeight(grams) 467gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 216mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780998970905Author Tim CarterFormat PaperbackPage Count 102Imprint Askthebuilder.comPublisher Askthebuilder.comWeight(grams) 200g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780133752533Author NCCERFormat PaperbackImprint PearsonPublisher Pearson Education (US)Weight(grams) 100g

Minimalism is not only about simplicity; it also deals with effects achieved through the use of various essential elements. Minimalism in interior design goes beyond plain white surfaces to incorporate aspects like textural subtlety and colour accents...

Originally published in 1958, A Guide to Western Architecture charts the origins of the system of architectural design that was perfected in Greece, follows its development under the Roman Empire and describes the achievements of the Byzantine architects...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780132456975Author NCCERFormat PaperbackImprint PearsonPublisher Pearson Education (US)Weight(grams) 989g

Instructor Supplements Instructors: Product supplements may be ordered directly through OASIS at http://oasis.pearson.com. For more information contact your Pearson NCCER/Contren Sales Specialist at http://nccer.pearsonconstructionbooks.com/store/sales...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780998328294Author Bob HartnettFormat PaperbackImprint Master Wings PublishingPublisher Master Wings Publishing

Photographer Paul Clemence celebrates a revered icon of modern architecture, the Farnsworth House, located near Plano, Illinois, and designed in 1951 by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Striking architetural details are captured in 20 eye-catching B &...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780911469257Author Richard M. BaconFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Alan C Hood & CompanyPublisher Alan C Hood & Company

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781990836473Author Noelle GileFormat PaperbackPage Count 156Imprint Jianfang OuPublisher Jianfang OuWeight(grams) 218gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 8mm

Discover the huge possibilities of a small house! Whether you're building from scratch or retrofitting an existing structure, these 50 innovative floor plans will show you how to make the most of houses measuring 1,400 square feet or less. Gerald Rowan...

Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781619492400Author Daniel Carter BeardFormat PaperbackPage Count 196Imprint Empire BooksPublisher Empire BooksWeight(grams) 399gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm...