Design Construction category: 427 books

A companion guide to the manuals about how to build a rocket mass heater. This book gives tips, lessons and resources acquired from an actual heater build. More of a "How we…" rather than a "How to…" type of book the reader will see dozens of photos, get links to blogs, forums, manuals, etc.

Do you work hard for your money? I know I do, and there was once a time when my checks were gone as soon as they arrived. Needless to say I grew tired of that quickly. Then I found the answer that would soon change it all. That answer was Feng Shui. As I introduced this ancient art of placement to...

Complete with demonstrative illustrations and photographs, Small Space Living offers more than one hundred space-saving ideas from Roberta Sandenbergh, a.k.a the Small Space Architect. Sandenbergh will introduce you to the idea of space opportunities—untapped areas in every home that can...

Having a concrete storm shelter in the backyard is a safety must for anyone who lives in the tornado alley of the United States. The timing when the tornadoes will come is unpredictable but you can make an effort to be prepared. Your family's health and safety must be your top priority in the event...

In our abundant consumer societies, we spoil ourselves by purchasing bright and shiny new things that strike our fancy – just on a whim. After a while, they just seem to pile up. We shove them in the back of a drawer. We toss them on the floor of a closet. They create a lot of clutter. We...

Build a brick wall to create some privacy in your yard, contain soil, divide property lines or as a retaining wall for a plant bed. It can be challenging to build a brick wall, which is why in most cases they're only built by those people trained and experienced in masonry. However, if you would...

Creating a feature wall with wallpaper is a great way to add colour, texture and personality to your home. Choose a wall that has maximum impact when you walk into the room. You can create a feature wall in your entrance hallway, your bedroom, living or dining areas. So many choices! If...

Este libro aborda los aspectos fundamentales de la vivienda natural, tanto para quien desee construir o ampliar su casa como para quien quiera transformar su apartamento en un espacio agradable y sano, que no perjudique a la salud y que, en la medida de lo posible, le ayude a sentirse mejor. Se trata...

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 popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.

In a modern world where technology is taking over our lives, could we lead an essential, simple life without electricity? How can we get by without computers, power tools, phones, or even basics such as electric lights and appliances? The answers lie in Amish communities and other Old Order groups...

As a woman, I often come up with projects I would like to see finished. Sometimes my husband either doesn't see the need, or is just too busy to accommodate me. That is when I learned I can do many things myself. This project, making a beautiful concrete gazebo pad, is one such project. I wanted...

Do you clean your rooftop? Many people neglected this important area and no matter how much they clean their house, they tend to find dust and dirt around. Worse cases will have pests nests living on top. Cleaning the roof requires training and proper equipment. It can be dangerous if you...

In recent decades, the existence of what has become known as man caves is growing increasingly popular. These areas, which exist both inside and outside of the home, provide the solitude that men need and allow them to express themselves in areas that are separate from what is typically designed and...

The eBook “Keeping Your Home Ready to Receive Cleaning and Organization Guide” contains valuable information on how to clean and keep your house clean for years with minimal effort. A comprehensive guide, it doesn’t just talk about life hacks but also provides dozens of natural recipes to help...