Cabins
A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat
David Stiles author Jeanie Stiles author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Firefly Books Ltd
Published:3rd Mar '01
Should be back in stock very soon
This book shows everything you need to know to achieve a DIY-standard retreat - the sort of holiday home you have always dreamed of. The authors describe each step in the process from identifying the land to deciding on and developing plans for a structure that suits their lifestyle and budget. Build them deep in the countryside, at the seaside or in your own back garden - wherever you like! Classic construction methods are covered, and are clearly illustrated in photographs and drawings: log cabin; pole-built and stick-built cabin; post-and-beam; stone; cordwood; Pyramid; A-frame; DIY kits; Many designs and purposes are covered: Classic woodland log cabin; Writer's retreat; Guest quarters; Lakeside retreat; Japanese moon-gazing cabin; Boathouse; Beach Hut; Mediterranean bolthole; Perfect self-build projects for a holiday home or weekend retreat-within the skills of any DIY enthusiast & materials from your local B & Q.
The Stiles ... show how to build a cabin that reflects the builder's lifestyle. * Library Journal *
If you've ever thought of building a little retreat somewhere ... you will probably enjoy this book ... Cabins is geared to the modern homebuilder -- homes have to meet modern building codes, after all -- and examines a variety of building techniques. * New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal *
You'll find not only the practical issues ... but also the inspiration to help select the cabin that is perfect. -- Kandis Carper * Spokane Spokesman-Review *
An invaluable resource ... step-by-step instructions starting with basic planning. -- Stacie Gentile * Calgary Sun *
The kind of book that stirs the imagination. * Lexington Herald-Leader *
A primer for anyone with dreams of 'getting away from it all.' -- Ted Hainworth * Saskatoon Star Phoenix *
Clear, practical book ... full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams. * Log Homes Illustrated *
With this study of the what, when, where, and how of cabin building, anyone's yearning for the last great place can be satiated. -- Patrick A. Smith * ForeWord *
[The book will] lead the clumsiest carpenter through the necessary steps to build a cozy getaway. -- Annie Stoltie * Adirondack Life *
You can do it!... For tips read Cabins: A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat. -- Rebecca Sawyer-Fay * Cottage Living *
ISBN: 9781552093733
Dimensions: 279mm x 216mm x 19mm
Weight: 680g
256 pages