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Ultimate Guide to House Framing leads homeowners through the steps of building a structure by means of platform framing, the most popular style of framing in use today. The book also covers the latest in eco-friendly materials as well as green framing techniques.
The most up-to-date source for framing information, the book provides readers with everything they need to know about building, including structural loads and how they interact, sizing lumber, working with tools, and reading blueprints. It then takes the reader through the framing process - from foundations to fl oor framing, wall framing, roof framing, sheathing, and more.
This expanded and revised edition ends with three project chapters: building stairs, finishing a basement with steel studs, and framing a bay window.
Each chapter covers both construction and design information.
 

825 photos and illustrations to guide readers through the framing process

Over 320,000 of previous editions sold to date. Has consistently ranked as one of BookScan's top 50 titles within the House & Home category

Step-by-step instruction on floor, wall, and roof framing, with information on selecting and sizing lumber

An entire section devoted to the latest in "green" framing materials and techniques

Building stairs, finishing a basement using steel studs, and installing a bay window

Resource guide, index, and glossary

Reprint of rare catalog by one of America's most successful, late-19th-century domestic architects, with more than 100 designs for 68 houses. Elevations and floor plans for custom-designed homes in the Colonial, Romanesque, and Queen Anne styles, as well as plans for verandas, summer pavilions, and barns. Invaluable to architectural historians, preservationists, and home restorers.

This vintage volume offers a treasure trove of floor plans, elevations, and details of residences and public buildings. Artists, architects, and historians alike will find it an endless source of inspiration.
Featured buildings include villas, cottages, and farm houses as well as churches, schools, banks, and many other structures. Eighty-one remarkably detailed illustrations capture the elaborate, distinctive beauty of Victorian-era cornices, staircases, gables, verandas, doors, dormers, and other architectural elements. In addition, a fascinating "Specifications" section highlights construction guidelines for masons, bricklayers, and carpenters

John Saladino's powerful new book, Villa, is nothing less than a master class in interior and garden design by one of the world's most distinguished architectural designers.

It focuses on the stone ruin in the California hills looking over the Pacific that he has painstakingly refashioned as his dream house. It shows how his principles and passions guided him through the five-year process of reconstruction, restoration and decoration of the house and its gardens.

With the aid of groundplans, drawings, photographs of the house in the 1920s, as it looked when he first bought it and during reconstruction, the author traces the architectural work involved.

Then, in a superbly illustrated tour of the house and grounds, he proves that he practices what he has preached for more than thirty years. He juxtaposes light and dark, old and new, classical and modern, monumental and miniscule, hard and soft, to create the serenely timeless interiors and gardens that are his hallmark.

Included with the book is a DVD tour of the house and garden, with a commentary by the author.

Reviews.

The infrared photos Mr Saladino includes among the colour ones are ghostly and lovely, and Mr Saladino's interiors are as painterly as ever. - New York Times

The volume - "lavish" is an insufficient adjective - ought to inspire anyone planning a move, but, we warn you, it sets the bar very high. - Times

Part of the pleasure of Villa is the detail - every photograph is carefully captioned giving an idea or a lesson, from a master craftesman. - Daily Telegraph

Luxury, lake views, and the art of living well make this magical place a unique, iconic, and evocative destination that fills the eyes and inspires the mind.

“The location of the earthly Paradise has never been established with certainty but it could truly be around here.” —Herb Caen

Home to the aristocracy for centuries, after princesses, marquises, sultans, and tsars, since 1873 Villa d’Este in Cernobbio has become one of the most fascinating and celebrated hotels in the world. A magical place of emotions, it has fascinated famous guests such as Joséphine Baker, Rita Hayworth, Bette Davis, Lauren Bacall, Gene Kelly, Robert Mitchum, Ava Gardner, Alfred Hitchcock, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Frank Sinatra, Maria Callas, and Aristotle Onassis.

Villa d’Este is considered one of the most beautiful examples of sixteenth-century Lombard architecture, overlooking one of the most romantic lakes, Lake Como. Designed by Tibaldi, the villa is immersed in a park with centuries-old plants where you can admire the Nymphaeum, the Fountain of Hercules, and the Temple of Telemachus. In its halls, you can find decorations by Andrea Appiani and works of art from the nineteenth century, some of which are from the school of Canova.

About the Author:

Guido Taroni grew up in the family villa on Lake Como, where he developed his love of beauty, colors, and shapes that would become the subject of his photographic research.

Project Introduction:

006-029 - American Styles
030-099 - Neo-classical Style
100-147 - Southeast-Asian Style
148-197 - Neo-Chinese Style
198-225 - British & French Style
226-271 - Mediterranean Style
271-320 - Modern Simplicity

Illustrated with a generous selection of stunning photographs, this beautiful volume takes us behind the scenes to explore a side of Morocco that is largely hidden to outsiders.

Villas and Courtyard Houses of Morocco lifts the veil on secret paradises from fantastic palaces in Fez and Essaouira to middle-class riads in Marrakech and converted casbahs in the southern oases.

The book showcases exquisite interiors that combine rich materials such as cedar and marble; luxurious carpets and textiles; filigree carving and vibrant colour palettes. Also featured is the remarkable mosaicwork found in the central courtyard gardens and patios that form the heart of the Moroccan house.

Accompanying these sumptuous views is a vivid history of the country’s residential architecture and its fascinating mix of Andalusian, Arab and Saharan influences.

Frank Missotten Villabouw verwezenlijkt al jaren prachtige klassewoningen in de typische stijl van de Kempen. Dit boek geeft een indrukwekkend overzicht van hun mooiste nieuwbouw- en verbouwprojecten, van villa tot kasteelhoeve.
Hoe kun je de klassieke stijl verzoenen met hedendaagse luxe en comfort? De interieurs met exclusieve, authentieke elementen als massieve deuren, eikenhouten trappen en vloeren in kerkdal worden smaakvol in beeld gebracht door topfotografen Cees Roelofs en BOA Fotografie.

Frank Missotten's beautiful houses carry with them the best of times past in materials and craftsmanship. But each one of them finds its way without difficulty to the present time, in modern comfort and design, and with much love for contemporary art. 'Villas' gives an impressive overview of the most beautiful newly built and restoration projects, from villas to castle farmhouses. Their interiors too, with exclusive, authentic elements such as massive doors, oak staircases and floors in honed black slate are tastefully illustrated by top photographer Cees Roelofs.

Frank Missotten has been creating stylish villas for 25 years. He knows infallibly how to interpret his clients' wishes into a building, whether they want a classic or austere look, or prefer a cosy one. At the same time each house finds its way effortlessly into the present time, to modern comfort and design, and with a great love for contemporary art. Each one of his houses is the result of carefully thought-out custom-made work. Both newly built homes and renovations and the total furnishing of detached houses or apartments are on his list of achievements, with a passionate eye for detail.

An escapist visual sourcebook of modern interiors in a range of waterside settings, from the creative duo behind Mediterranean Modern and Mountain Modern

From the Mediterranean to the Pacific Ocean and the tropical idylls of Southeast Asia, this book takes an international trip to the world’s most stunning waterside homes.

Photographs of each house reveal its architecture, interior design and surroundings, while plans provide an additional layer of information. Dominic Bradbury tells the story of how the dwelling was sited to make the most of its location, how construction innovations were introduced, and how such solutions provide a comfortable space from which families can enjoy the great outdoors.

All of these houses – created by leading international architects and designers – offer dazzling inspiration, wherever you are.

Weekend Retreats is a celebration of the intimate narratives of retreat and relaxation - from charming coastal New England houses to restive woodland retreats. Lifestyle meets design know-how and inspiration in this thoughtful collection of design influences and singular approaches to well-lived style that will inspire all those wishing to style their country homes. Whether your idea of serenity abounds in rustic antiques or a plethora of well-curated oil paintings and designer throw pillows, the homes featured are distinctively enjoyed and the histories of design decisions are unraveled in savvy detail. This collection features not only beautifully styled rooms but also playful gardenscapes where the owners entertain and enjoy their retreats away from the inconveniences of modern life. Every space is a playground for the owners, and their tastes and whimsies are reflected in their unique colors, textures, and designs. The book includes modern country style interiors with glimpses of vintage antiques and casual elegance. From objects collected from travels abroad to artifacts of the good life, Weekend Retreats will provide escape from the ordinary.

About the Author

Susanna Salk is a leading design maven, stylist, and author of A Privileged Life: Celebrating Wasp Style. Salk is also contributing editor for Bon Appetit magazine, 1stdibs.com, and ivillage.com, as well as regularly producing lifestyle segments for NBC’s Today Show.

A new theme in the thematic series of Beta-Plus home series: wellness in all its aspects.

This inspirational photo source book showcases tens of designs of spas, hammams, indoor pools and luxury bathrooms.