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Publisher
Creative Homeowner
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
Whether you've always dreamed of building your own home or just can't find the right house from among the dozens you've toured, this collection of ultimate plans can help you achieve the home of your dreams! This newly updated edition features more than 280 new house plans and nine new articles on an array of insightful subjects, from creating curb appeal and outdoor living must-haves to different architectural styles and smart home tech ideas. Also...
Author
Publisher
Lyons Press
Pub. Date
c2002
Description
The former American History editor explores the creation and restoration of an essential part of a twentieth-century home's identity-the American porch.
"In this delightful look at an American icon, journalist and documentary scriptwriter . . . Dolan traces the history of the porch, using this history to explore subjects such as architecture, history, slavery, colonialism, trade, anthropology, sociology, consumer behavior, and publishing."...
Author
Publisher
Skyhorse Pub
Pub. Date
c2009
Description
In 1901, Gustav Stickley began to create the first uniquely American style of furniture and home design-known as Craftsman. Stickley's principles of home design include construction that is in harmony with its landscape, open floor plans, built-in storage, and natural lighting. He was a major influence on Frank Lloyd Wright, and he remains one of the great names in American architecture. Craftsman Homes and Bungalows showcases his work in an affordable,...
