Designing a House - by Lester Walker (Paperback)

About the Book

A clear, practical, and beautifully illustrated manual for anyone dreaming of building a home from the ground up.

Book Synopsis

Designing a House by renowned architect Lester Walker is a clear, practical, and beautifully illustrated manual for anyone dreaming of building a home from the ground up.

This accessible guide demystifies the architectural process, offering readers the tools and knowledge needed to design a functional, efficient, and deeply personal living space.

From floor plans and elevations to lighting, layout, and materials, Walker walks readers through every step of home planning with hand-drawn diagrams and expert commentary.

Whether you're building your first house, remodeling, or simply exploring design ideas, this book is an invaluable resource that combines architectural principles with real-world advice to help turn vision into reality.

PRAISE FOR THE WORK OF LESTER WALKER:

"Attractive, superbly organized." ―Newsday

"The drawings of these houses are splendid . . . a rich illustrative record of American house architecture." ―Boston Globe

"It's impossible not to respond to Walker's warm, supportive tone . . . A pleasure to read." ―Booklist

"Engaging." ―Witold Rybczynski, author of Home

"I am thoroughly charmed . . . You too will fall in love with a little house." ―John Mack Carter

Review Quotes

Part history, part fantasy, part builder s guide, this engaging book reflects our continuing fascination with smallness and miniaturization. Witold Rybczynski, author of "Home"
A treasure chest of inspiration for any would-be builder (or dreamer). "Common Reader""

"Part history, part fantasy, part builder's guide, this engaging book reflects our continuing fascination with smallness and miniaturization." --Witold Rybczynski, author of "Home"
"A treasure chest of inspiration for any would-be builder (or dreamer)." --"Common Reader"

About the Author

Lester Walker is an award-winning architect and author of numerous books including "American Shelter," "Tiny Houses," and "Block Building for Children." He lives in Woodstock, New York, where his architectural practice is based.