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One of our most important requirements as humans is the dwelling. Designing a home is thus one of the most important challenges architecture has to deal with. On the one hand, architects must create homes that guarantee with the highest of quality the wellbeing and comfort of their inhabitants. On the other hand, architects must learn how to manage a client's limited budget by reducing costs without affecting the quality of the final result. Affordable Home Design showcases a wide array of solutions to this same architectural challenge of good design and structure on a budget. The projects featured include extensions of houses and apartments already in existence, ecological housing design, sustainable and structurally cost-effective homes, and new buildings in strictly coded conservation zones. Through more than 250 full-color photographs, this essential book reveals how today's architects are able to adapt to the necessities of a more affordable budget when approaching the always exciting necessity of designing a home.

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A wide variety of homes, all with 2,650 square feet of living space or less for the first-time or modest move-up buyer, is featured in this collection of 300 home plans. Plans order form included.

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· Affordable designs that feature beautiful style with low-cost livability. · Efficient one-story homes to spacious multi-level designs. · Helps homeowners get the most from their building dollar. · Wide range of styles from the award winning Blue Ribbon Network of designers. · Complete construction blueprints are available separately.

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Create a stylish home without breaking the bank. "Cheap Chic" shows you how to combine well-chosen high-street basics with individual finds to create a relaxed and welcoming home. Emily Chalmers and Ali Hanan reveal the best ways to invest a modest budget and how to combine colours, textures and materials with confidence. The first section, The Elements, looks at colour, pattern, fabric and window treatments, then moves on to furniture, storage and display, accessories, lighting, materials and flooring. The second part of the book, The Rooms, contains chapters on relaxing, cooking and eating, sleeping, bathing and working at home. "Cheap Chic" concludes with a source directory to help you track down all those sought-after items.

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• ISBN13: 9781845979539
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

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A beautifully decorated table can be the making of a meal, whether it's a family supper or a dinner party. However, modern entertaining doesn't require you to polish the silver spoons, starch the napkins or roll out the red carpet. In "Table Style", Liz Belton and Rebecca Tanqueray will inspire you to make the most of what you've got, combining chain-store staples and vintage finds with decorative flourishes to create a stylish and welcoming table. The first section looks at the essential elements: cutlery, china, napkins, flowers and candles. The second section contains suggestions for a variety of different occasions, from an easy weekday supper with friends to the classic celebratory dinner. And the final section contains a useful visual dictionary of international place settings.

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• ISBN13: 9781845979676
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

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Amid a mood of collective belt-tightening, instead of moving out or moving up, Americans today are staying home and staying put. But just because they're keeping the homes they have, doesn't mean they have to compromise the way they live. In fact, now that new home construction is down, suppliers, contractors and craftspeople are more available and more amenable to negotiating their rates-even for small projects-than ever before. So, if you want to upgrade your home and improve its value without spending a lot, now is the perfect time to do so. Clearly organized room-by-room, including outdoor spaces, and filled with evocative before and after photos, the book shows readers how they can change the spirit of a room at various budgets, either with DIY decorative changes or modest remodeling efforts that transform their spaces for contemporary lifestyle needs. This sequel to last year's popular title Staged to Sell (or Keep) will contain a selection of DIY project ideas with how-tos in each chapter, as well as sidebars including practical tips on space-saving ideas and storage solutions. Appendices will include a section on informative tips on Choosing a Contractor and advice on Creating a Punch List and Establishing a Budget.

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• ISBN13: 9781933231716
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

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Affordable ideas for turning any kitchen into an inviting and functional space This book is your guide to designing the kitchen of your dreams. It offers a survey of kitchen trends, ideas for enhancing existing floor plans, advice on how to mix and match materials, and tips on how to achieve a look for less. Whether you're looking to spruce up your kitchen with simple cosmetic refreshes or completely transform your kitchen with a major remodel, you can turn to Kitchen Ideas for Hundreds of inspiring ideas in a variety of decorating styles Floor plans and clever storage ideas that maximize space in a small kitchen Budget-minded tips for bargain hunters Featuring traditional to contemporary kitchen designs and a wide variety of layouts, cabinets, fixtures, and countertops, this value-priced book has everything you need to create a beautiful kitchen.

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• ISBN13: 9780470508947
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

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Come on in! Hello! Welcome to my book. Please step inside for a visit. Grab a mug of tea, put your feet up, and enjoy. As you'll see, this book is all about making your home so wonderful and compelling and cozy that people will want to visit you and stay for a second cup of tea. By using the ideas and skills in this book, you'll create a home that is nurturing to you and your family. It's not about impressing anyone, or keeping up with anyone. It's about you feeling good in your home. Here’s what you’ll find inside my book. . . Overview: At the beginning of each chapter, I share my thoughts on how to approach bedrooms, kitchens, dining rooms and so on, with clever ideas and affordable solutions. A Private Tour: Join me as I "walk my talk," showing you how I’ve put these ideas and principles to work in "My Home." Let’s Go Shopping: I’m taking you along on my flea market outing. Best bring a basket, as you’ll be amazed at what we find. Get Your Hands Dirty: Let me show you projects I’ve done that are fun, fun, fun. Try these, if you wish, and then create your own. In My Opinion: You know why I love giving advice? Because I get such great questions. In "Ask Kitty" I help solve some decorating dilemmas. Got a Minute?: Here are some "Last Minute Ideas" that might make your own home even more beautiful, comfortable and cozy. Please enjoy this book, and then feel free to email me through my website at kittybartholomew dot com.

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The 27 homes in "Good House Cheap House" prove that good design doesn't have to cost a fortune. What goes into making a good, cheap house? As writer Kira Obolensky discovers, there are three main ingredients: adventuresome homeowners who are actively involved; cutting-edge architects and designers who can solve tough design challenges; and an array of innovative uses of materials. Industrial bridge washers make for gorgeous mantelpiece rosettes, old concrete subflooring is given new life with rich-hued stain, and glass sliding doors make for windows that are oversized and affordable. From a Texas farmhouse to a loft in St. Paul, to a prefab cabin on the Wisconsin prairie, these houses, in which anyone would feel at home, display a wonderful mix of design smarts and budget savvy. ""Good House Cheap House" is chock full of great ideas and creative solutions for those of us on a budget-but even the less financially-challenged can learn a thing or two about stylish and innovative design." --Charles Burbridge, designer, HGTV's "Design on a Dime" "The cookie-cutter house trend has been around long enough. With its outside-the-box ideas and great resources, "Good House Cheap House" proves you can build a unique space without emptying your bank account." --Amber Jones, Editor, "do! Magazine"

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• ISBN13: 9781561587520
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed