Design Construction category: 427 books
by Carl R. McCarter
Language: English
Release Date: November 6, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: November 6, 2013
No-Fail Strategies for Obtaining Building Permits, Parking Permits, Work Permits, Permit Applications and Avoid Having a Permit Revoked
by Ace McCloud
Language: English
Release Date: March 21, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: March 21, 2017
Does your home give you stress instead of serenity? Are you tired of the weight of all your stuff dragging you down?
Whether you want to (1) have a peaceful living environment, (2) have more happiness and contentment, or (3) be more organized and productive, then this is the book for you!
How...
Wabi-Sabi Welcome
Learning to Embrace the Imperfect and Entertain with Thoughtfulness and Ease
Language: English
Release Date: June 13, 2017
“An antidote to the veneer of perfectionism so often presented by books of its kind, Wabi-Sabi Welcome offers readers license to slow down and host guests with humility, intention, and contentment.” —Nathan Williams, founder of Kinfolk
Wabi-Sabi Welcome is sharing a pot of tea with friends....
by Darla Noble
Language: English
Release Date: January 20, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: January 20, 2015
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: The Mess We Got Ourselves Into
Chapter 2: Let’s Get Back to Reality
Chapter 3: The Emotional Advantages of a Small House
Chapter 4: The Practical Advantages of a Small House
Chapter 5: Tips For Living With Less Space
THE KITCHEN:
THE BATHROOMS &...
Dwelling in Possibility
Searching for the Soul of Shelter
Language: English
Release Date: December 11, 2013
The mystery that attracts Howard Mansfield's attention is that some houses have life--are home, are dwellings, and others aren't. Dwelling, he says, is an old-fashioned word that we've misplaced. When we live heart and soul, we dwell. When we belong to a place, we dwell. Possession, they say,...
by George Birdsall
Language: English
Release Date: July 21, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: July 21, 2011
Feng Shui - The Key Concepts has sold over 50,000 paperback copies since first published in 1995. The easy to read book overviews all the ideas of feng shui, gives examples of how you can apply it successfully and tells stories about clients who have applied the concepts and found some wonderful "coincidental"...
Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Walls & Ceilings
Includes Plaster, Skim-coating and Texture Ceiling Finishes
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2006
Finishing walls and ceilings once meant nailing up some wallboard and slapping on paint or wallpaper. No more. Today's do-it-yourself can create dozens of different and exciting wall and ceiling finishes using materials now available at any home improvement center. Even basic wallboard installation...
by Tad Phipps
Language: English
Release Date: May 13, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: May 13, 2007
You've looked at plan books and dreamed. Maybe you've bought land or have had some passed down to you. You think you are ready to build. Don't know where to go from here? How can you pull off juggling your job, personal life and building a house all at the same time? Taking the first step to building...
by Jerry Yudelson
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2007
Green building is the fastest-growing trend to hit since the Internet, bringing with it an enormous range of new products, systems and technologies. Green Building A to Z is an informative, technically accurate and highly visual guide to green building, for both decision-makers and interested citizens....
Solar Power for Sustainable Living
What to Consider Before Going the Do It Yourself Solar Route
Language: English
Release Date: December 30, 2013
This book is written for those COMTEMPLATING getting a solar panel system if they don't know enough about it yet. A good, basic understanding of what you need to know "before" diving into it is what you will learn in order to make an informed decision; especially if you are in the United...
by Jodi Blair
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
Drywall, sometimes called sheet rock is a very common wall finish in most homes today.
Installed by pros, an entire house can be installed or "hung" in one day. Taping, spackling and sanding will take on average four to five more work days until it is ready for painting. With a little practice,...
by Colvin Tonya Nyakundi
Language: English
Release Date: April 6, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: April 6, 2015
Introduction
What Do You Have in Your Home?
What is going On in Your Life?
Why You Need to De-Clutter Your Home and Life
Getting Rid of the Clutter in Your Home
Getting Rid of the Clutter in Your Life
Conclusion
Author Bio
Publisher
Introduction
Do you feel like a lot is going...
The Good Living Guide to Country Skills
Wisdom for Growing Your Own Food, Raising Animals, Canning and Fermenting, and More
Language: English
Release Date: July 5, 2016
Gehring’s books on country living have sold more than 500,000 copies. In this book, Gehring offers a guide to country living skills that is as charming as it is practical. Full of sweet illustrations and gorgeous photographs, step-by-step instructions for essential skills such as building a chicken...
Cabin Living
Discovering the Simple American Getaway
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2017
A tour through America’s favorite cabins
Created in partnership with Cabin Living magazine.
An inspirational celebration of one of America’s icons.
Handsomely designed with more than 300 color photographs.
Cabin Living is a collection of twenty-five of the best stories covering legacy...