Young Architects 6 if...Then: Architectural Speculation
 Great book: Stan Allen does a great job with this book in allowing the reader to contemplate the background decisions and thought process that goes into architectural speculation. Easy to read, this book addresses the imagination and planning stages of [... more]
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Cutler Anderson Architects
A new take on the Northwest vernacular: James Cutler makes his home on Bainbridge Island, near Seattle, where he is able to carry out his work in relative privacy . This monograph is the second to exhibit the work he has become famous for - a bare bones [... more]
$25.00
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Hire the Right Pros for Your Project
Picking the pros to help you make your renovation project a reality. A renovation is only as good as the professionals who do the work. Here's how to assemble the right team for your job. Your first step is to decide which trades belong on your ... [... more]
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Remodeling 101
No two remodeling projects are alike, but here's a broad look at what to expect during each phase. Two words will see you through: patience and planning. A remodeling job requires at least one and possibly two professionals to draw a plan and ... [... more]
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A New House for an Old Neighborhood
Modern amenities and old-fashioned grace come together in this sophisticated cottage. Changing the neighborhood was the last thing architect Frank Cheney and his wife, Minta Phillips, wanted to do. They had recently moved to Greensboro, North ... [... more]
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Whole House Remodeling: Steps and Costs
Remodeling a whole house is not for the faint of heart or the inexperienced homeowner. But a top-to-bottom remodel is sometimes a better option than building new. Here's what to expect. Remodeling a whole house is not recommended for a first-time ... [... more]
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How to Work with an Interior Designer
Interior designers aren't just for the rich and famous. Whether you want a few hours of consultation or a total makeover, they'll work with your budget. Most people don't realize you can call on a designer for almost any decorating need. They'll ... [... more]
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The Remodeling Process
Remodeling is a big event, whether it's a room or your whole house, and most projects require similar steps. This outline will help you be prepared. What to expect before, during, and after. Map out your plans for your home. Knowing what to ... [... more]
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How to Read a Blueprint
Blueprint symbols are the universal language of builders and contractors. Once you've learned the language, you, too, will be in the know. The codes shown here are in general use in the building industry but may vary slightly from architect to ... [... more]
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Frank Lloyd Wright and the Art of Japan: The Architects ...
The Passion of Frank Lloyd Wright: It's almost unimaginable that anyone could find something new to say about this protean figure of the 20th Century. And, in fact, another author, Kevin Nute, has also written in recent years about the architect's [... more]
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Carrere & Hastings, Architects
CARRERE AND HASTINGS: If I could award this book ten stars I would, it's that good. Acanthus Press puts out gorgeous, well researched books and this could be their best publishing to date. Carrere and Hastings excelled in the grand Beaux Art style and it [... more]
$200.00
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Miralles Tagliabue: Embt Architects (Archipockets)
Great construction photographs of Miralles' work: This small book is an excellent source for those interested in the constuctability of Miralles' work. Many of the photos were taken during construction, and it is possible to see the concrete cores, steel [... more]
$12.95
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