About this item
Highlights
- "Clear, practical book ... full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams.
- About the Author: David Stiles is a designer/builder who, together with his wife, Jeanie Stiles, has written articles for publications such as Better Homes and Gardens and the New York Times and authored 15 books, including Sheds and The Treehouse Book (which won the ALA Notable Children's Book Award).
- 256 Pages
- House + Home, Design & Construction
Description
About the Book
A complete guide to building a wilderness retreat, from buying land and getting services, through developing plans and construction methods. All aspects of construction are clearly illustrated and various designs are explored.Book Synopsis
"Clear, practical book ... full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams." -- Log Homes Illustrated
The best-selling Cabins is back in print, at the same great value of its original price. This authoritative how-to title gives readers all the information they need to build their own cabin, including:
Construction methods are clearly illustrated in meticulous line drawings and precise plans with measurements. Cut-away cross-sections and exploded diagrams give the builder the true perspective and detail needed to obtain the best result, allowing readers to get the most enjoyment out of their newly built wilderness retreat.
Review Quotes
[The book will] lead the clumsiest carpenter through the necessary steps to build a cozy getaway.--Annie Stoltie "Adirondack Life" (10/15/2002 12:00:00 AM)
A primer for anyone with dreams of 'getting away from it all.'--Ted Hainworth "Saskatoon Star Phoenix" (7/21/2001 12:00:00 AM)
An invaluable resource ... step-by-step instructions starting with basic planning.--Stacie Gentile "Calgary Sun" (6/16/2001 12:00:00 AM)
Clear, practical book ... full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams.-- "Log Homes Illustrated" (11/1/2001 12:00:00 AM)
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" (5/26/2001 12:00:00 AM)
The kind of book that stirs the imagination.-- "Lexington Herald-Leader" (6/3/2001 12:00:00 AM)
The Stiles ... show how to build a cabin that reflects the builder's lifestyle.-- "Library Journal" (9/1/2001 12:00:00 AM)
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" (10/1/2001 12:00:00 AM)
You can do it!... For tips read Cabins: A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat.--Rebecca Sawyer-Fay "Cottage Living" (4/1/2005 12:00:00 AM)
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" (5/25/2001 12:00:00 AM)
About the Author
David Stiles is a designer/builder who, together with his wife, Jeanie Stiles, has written articles for publications such as Better Homes and Gardens and the New York Times and authored 15 books, including Sheds and The Treehouse Book (which won the ALA Notable Children's Book Award). The Stiles divide their time between New York City and East Hampton, New York.