Home Design

Let’s face it: Our lives change. We transition from single to couple, to young family, to growing family, to empty nester, to retirement. Would you love to live in a home that adapts to different phases of your life, so you’d need to move less often? Is it possible to build such a home? This book teaches you about building concepts and prepares you to thoughtfully design your future home, a home that adapts to different phases of your life, reducing your need to move.

Step right into the world of "Sustainable Solutions for Independent Tiny Homes", a book that beautifully encapsulates everything you need to know about leading a modest yet gratifying life off the grid. Pioneering an era where size does not define satisfaction, this book is a multifaceted guide that accommodates nearly every topic under the sun, from tiny home designing to solar energy basics, and everything in between. The introductory chapter opens onto an enlightening dialogue on off-grid living, tracing the synergy between these two life-altering concepts. Diving into the heart of the ...

This book describes how to be your own general contractor when building your own home. In the process you will save the builder's fee and real estate costs, and I describe many other ways to save costs.

You may have spent time decluttering, cleaning, and depersonalizing the property, but are now left with a home lacking character or aren’t sure what else you can do to attract potential buyers.

Are you building a barndomiunium? Are you thinking of creating your dream barn home space? This is the place to get you started. The beginning of your journey to have your dream barndominium built comes with plenty of choices to be made. With seamlessly an endless amount of different options to be considered, what design ideas and thoughts will you lean toward or try and stay away from? "Beginning My Barndo: Design Ideas to Kickstart Your Barnodominium Journey '' is your essential guide to unlocking the extraordinary potential of creating a unique and personalized living space. What is ...

Why on earth should the nail-by-nail building of a house hold any fascination for anyone? Because when you put a lawyer, an architect, and a hippie builder together, that spells trouble. Kidder tells his story so well that you can’t help but take sides.

Solar Power for Beginners uses stepwise instructions, tons of real-life examples, and various schematics that make your solar learning life easier. DIY SOURCE authors have consulted with numerous mobile solar power DIYers, electrical and photovoltaics engineers, and off-grid solar professionals to prepare a solar guide to power your adventures.

Nuclear war, hurricanes, pandemics, global economic collapse, or the power grid goes down. Name your disaster - you need to be prepared. The best way to be as prepared as possible is to build an emergency bunker. I will teach you how! Then, I’ll explain why you’re likely listening to this book. I'll go in-depth into how to plan, design, build and prepare your emergency shelter. I will cover all aspects so you can find a shelter that meets your needs and living situation.

John Ota was a man on a mission - to put together the perfect kitchen. He and his wife had been making do with a room that was frankly no great advertisement for John's architectural expertise. It just about did the job but for a room that's supposed to be the beating heart of a home and a joy to cook in, the Otas' left a lot to be desired. And so John set out on a quest across North America, exploring examples of excellent designs throughout history, to learn from them and apply their lessons to his own restoration.

The Healing Home & Garden is for everyone - no matter your budget, whether you rent or own, live in a bedsit or a mansion. No major building works are involved, just a call to follow your own intuition and create the home that's right for you - not the style police! With insights from world-renowned intuition coach and best-selling author, Sonia Choquette, this book is full of budget tips for rethinking your living space, creative suggestions for re-purposing furniture and objects, and extensive product and book recommendations.

Even with time constraints or region-specific challenges, The DIY Permaculture Blueprint provides adaptable strategies and step-by-step guidance, ensuring any homesteader can succeed, regardless of past experiences.

Introducing "Handcrafted Elegance", an engaging eBook that delves into the world of handmade decor, offering insight and guiding novices and enthusiasts alike on a journey into the sublime artistry of craftsmanship. Brimming with creative advice, tips, and step-by-step guides, this indispensable guide takes home decorating to an entirely new level. The book commences with an exploration of the essence and appeal of handcrafted decor, as the reader is introduced to the craftsmanship behind unique elements and how handmade decor can elevate any living space. Following this, the book uncovers ...

What makes everyday spaces work, how do they shape us, and what do they say about us? The spaces we live in - whether public areas, housing, offices, hospitals or cities - mediate community, creativity and our very identity, making us who we are. Using insights from environmental psychology, design, and architecture, The Shaping of Us reveals the often imperceptible ways in which our surroundings influence our behaviour.

Looking to modernize your kitchen and transform it into a sleek and functional space? Look no further than Modernize Your Kitchen, the comprehensive guide to creating your dream kitchen. In this in-depth eBook, you'll learn how to assess your current kitchen setup, plan your design, and choose the perfect materials and finishes. You'll also discover how to create a budget that works for your needs and how to hire contractors and subcontractors to get the job done right. But that's just the beginning - this eBook takes you through every step of the kitchen renovation process. From demolition...

When you look around your home, what do you see? Does your bedroom invoke a feeling of soothing calm? Is your guest room reminiscent of a chic hotel? Can you entertain in your dining room with ease? Even if a few of the rooms in your home feel functional, finished and full of style, everyone has a space that just isn't meeting the needs and expectations of its occupants. It is quite common to have an eye for design but struggle with executing the ideas we see.

In Pretty Fun, Kate Hudson shares her philosophy behind gatherings, how to be in the moment and make them uniquely yours, embracing occasions to just be together. A beautiful, fun, and nourishing guide filled with fabulous recipes for healthy and even some more indulgent snacks and beverages, and infused with Kate's mindful and healthy approach to life, Pretty Fun will help you plan a year of special events while remembering the healing power of gathering and celebration.

Unlock the secrets of the radio frequency spectrum with "Mastering the Airwaves," a thrilling exploration into the world of advanced homebrewing for radio enthusiasts. Step into the workshop and gear up for an electrifying journey that will transform the way you understand and interact with the invisible threads that connect our world! Starting with the very foundations, unravel the complexities of electronics, safety protocols, and the essential toolkit required to embark on a path of discovery and mastery in the field of RF design. Whether you are a passionate hobbyist or a seasoned ...

Tiny houses on wheels are glamorous and solve a lot of problems for people, but actually building one is a different story entirely. Maybe you've spent a lot of time researching and planning, but you're not quite sure you are ready. Or perhaps you are having a tiny house built for you but don't know what your builder will really do or how to communicate with them. Whatever your situation, this audiobook will arm you with construction knowledge in simple terms.

"Vastu Shastra," an ancient Indian discipline, forms a crucial part of Indian architecture. The term combines "Vastu," meaning dwelling, and "Shastra," meaning science or technology, reflecting its focus on the principles of designing and constructing buildings. In modern times, infrastructure developers often loosely apply the concept of Vastu compliance. The developers must balance government construction norms and regulations, skyrocketing land and construction material prices and user aspirations against the competitive market backdrop. Impulsive planning and disorderly and chaotic ...

You may think you don’t have the time or the money to start a big permaculture project. But permaculture doesn’t need to be overwhelming. You can start as small as you like, and you can move at a pace that suits you. Don’t feel you have to learn everything in one go and rush out to transform a whole wilderness in a year. Just deal in manageable chunks, and you’ll do just fine. Even if all you have done is tend to a few tomato plants on your window ledge, you can become an expert gardener; all it takes is a little time, patience, and practice.