Home Design

A visionary carpenter shares meditations on work, creativity, and design, revealing powerful lessons on building a meaningful life through his experience constructing some of New York’s most iconic spaces.

Clutter invades your personal space - and your mental space. The No-Nonsense Home Organization Plan helps you quickly and sustainably transform your home into a calm, orderly safe haven. The seven-week plan walks you through your residence room by room, breaking the work into small daily tasks to make the process simple. No need to buy or prep anything upfront - you’ll learn to maximize the space you already have, set up organization systems to put things back where they belong, and donate or sell what you don’t need.

Are you ready to embark on a journey through the mesmerizing world of architectural beauty? "Architectural Charisma" is the ultimate guidebook for anyone looking to explore the delicate intricacies and enchanting elements that breathe life into every corner of a space. Step inside and discover "The Essence of Architectural Detailing", where we unravel the transformative power of meticulous craftsmanship. Delve into history and intimacy through scales that have influenced magnificent structures throughout time. "The Art of Molding and Trim Work" awaits to guide your hands in creating ...

Discover how to achieve your dream home on an affordable budget using these inspiring pictures, practical tips, and easy-to-implement tutorials.

Gain energy independence, access to electricity, or reduce the cost of diesel generators for your home or RV! Off-grid solar systems or self-sufficient power systems generate enough energy without having to tap into the grid by using solar panels and battery storage. If you live in an RV or van, solar panels can charge your home batteries so you can run AC appliances on the road without having to plug into an external power source. There are many guides out there about solar panel systems. Unfortunately, very often, these guides are incredibly technical and complicated to understand if you ...

Old houses share their secrets only if they survive. Trading the corporate ladder for a stepladder, Lee McColgan commits to preserving the ramshackle Loring House, built in 1702, using period materials and methods and on a holiday deadline. But his enchantment withers as he discovers the massive repairs it needs. A small kitchen fix reveals that the structure’s rotten frame could collapse at any moment. In a bathroom, mold appears and spreads. He fights deteriorating bricks, frozen pipes, shattered windows, a punctured foundation, and even an airborne chimney cap.

Close your eyes. Imagine the most beautiful home you have ever laid eyes on. Someone had to design that. With just a little bit of effort, you too could design beautiful homes. You could design your own space on a budget and still love it. You could bring to life a client’s ideals. You could make yourself a household name! With this audiobook, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the world of interior design.

Connie Ragen Green is a former classroom teacher and real estate appraiser who left it all behind to come online in 2006. As a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of more than twenty-five books, independent publisher, international speaker, podcaster, and online entrepreneur, she serves others on six continents by helping new authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs build their own lucrative online businesses. Here, Connie shares her strategies for reaching peak productivity and a lifestyle you love by following through with everything you do.

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.

With rent and home prices going through the roof, it’s natural to doubt your financial abilities to afford your home. But here’s some good news–you don’t have to worry about paying hefty amounts to landlords. You can build your own home instead!

Our homes should be a place of comfort, a place to feel safe when we shut the door. Somewhere to be ourselves, to unwind and create special memories. Inspired by Danish design and traditions, this beautiful new book from Meik Wiking shares how to turn your home into a sanctuary and live like the happiest people in the world. With simple tips based on new research from The Happiness Institute in Copenhagen, this book reveals what makes a happy home tick.

Unlock the secrets to a happier and cozier life with the Hygge lifestyle and 32 craft ideas. Discover the benefits of incorporating Hygge into your life and how these crafts can bring joy and comfort to your daily routine. - Experience the joy of creating something with your hands and the satisfaction of seeing your creations in your home. This book will guide you through 32 craft ideas that will bring warmth and coziness to your life. - Transform your home into a cozy sanctuary with DIY decor and projects that will add a personal touch and create a sense of comfort and contentment. In this...

Do you wish a decluttering expert could come alongside you to help tackle specific roadblocks that always derail your decluttering journey? Dana K. White, self-proclaimed recovering slob and author of Organizing for the Rest of Us and Decluttering at the Speed of Life, is here to help with her original audio series, Decluttering Deep Dives.

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.

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.

Why settle for ordinary when you can have a Barndominium—a home that screams "I’m unique, practical, and yes, I know my way around a hammer!" Whether you're a seasoned DIY-er or someone who’s never touched a power drill (no judgment), this book is your trusty sidekick on the adventure of a lifetime.

When Frances Mayes fell in love with Tuscany and Bramasole, millions basked in the experience through her three best-selling memoirs. Now Frances and her husband, In Tuscany coauthor Edward, share the essence of Tuscan life as they have lived it, with specific ideas and inspiration for listeners stateside to bring the beauty and spirit of Tuscany into their own home decor, meals, gardens, entertaining and, most important, outlook on life.

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 ...

Working from home is terrific. Right up until the child hides your laptop. And your neighbor, who you can only assume is constructing a motorcycle, begins firing up all kinds of power tools and noisy machines next door. For most modern professionals, working in the home from time to time is a luxury that we are afforded by our individual companies. Now, however, in the age of weekly pandemics, working at home may become the new normal. But which environment really allows us to be more productive: the home office or the office office? At the workplace, your coworkers frequently pose the ...

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.