Arts & Crafts

Jane Powell,Linda Svendsen   Here's is an interesting and through examination of the bungalow, a classic American house style by an expert on this architectural style.In... [read more]

William Morgan,Radek Kurzaj,Ned Pratt   Here's an excellent reference that explains the unique characteristics that make a house Colonial or Craftsman, Modern or Deco, or any of... [read more]

A. J. Bicknell & Co.   If you're buying or remodeling a Victorian home, or just interested in the subject, this book belongs in your library. Hundreds of... [read more]

Christopher Alexander,Sara Ishikawa,Murray Silverstein   This is the most important work on residential architecture published in the 20th century. Alexander shows how to design or redesign any... [read more]

Dona Z. Meilach   This new book showcases a vast array of ironwork commissioned for new commercial and residential building projects. Traditional styles in modern settings... [read more]

Sally Byrne Woodbridge,Richard Barnes   Bernard Maybeck designed some of the most amazing buildings in California, including San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts. This incisive overview-- the... [read more]

M. Caren Connolly,Louis Wasserman,Caren Connolly   First in a new series under the general title Updating Classic America, Bungalows shows how to remodel and renovate these classic Arts... [read more]

Matthew Schoenherr   Colonials--one of the most classic of American architecture styles. Take advantage of the most inviting features-- large foyers, sweeping stairways and comfortable... [read more]

Gustav Stickley   Stickley's own compilation of the best of his designs, contemporary designers and remodelers will find more than 40 plans for building classic... [read more]

Russell Versaci,Erik Kvalsvik   Why are traditional homes so appealing, even though you're uncertain about your skills at maintaining one? Here you'll see the houses being... [read more]

Edgar Kaufmann,Thomas A. Heinz,Christopher Little   An exceptional and beautiful book on one of America's most famous houses. Wright designed the house in Bear Run, PA, in 1936.... [read more]

Dennis Wedlick   A great house is the sum of its parts: with this idea Wedlick leads you to evaluate the features of your house,... [read more]

Randell L. Makinson   This lovely book shows the best of Greene & Greene houses and interiors, in lavish color, with text that puts these California... [read more]

Roberts & Co.   A wide assortment of finely crafted doors, gable finishes, mouldings, parquet floors, paneled wainscoting, much more are presented in this useful text.TABLE... [read more]

Robert W. Lang   Here are complete working drawings for Craftsman interiors developed from original Stickley designs. Includes moldings and trim, doors and windows, built-in china... [read more]

Kevin Ireton,Fine Homebuilding   Here's a selection of 24 small American houses, complete with floor plans, and most under 2,000 square feet. Here you'll see more... [read more]

David Cathers,Alexander Vertikoff   No one played a more influential role in the triumph of the American Arts & Crafts movement than Gustav Stickley, furniture maker... [read more]

Department of Interior   For the first time a collection of advice and information from the National Park Service, a division of the Department of the... [read more]

Vincent, Jr. Scully   The Stick Syle of architecture of the mid 19th Century was an attempt to present structure by making the frame of the... [read more]

Gerald L. Foster   Here's a useful guide to American residential architecture, that includes signature characteristics, floor plans, and an interesting discussion of how the foorm... [read more]

Catherine Croft   Concrete is becoming fashionable in shops, restaurants, and even homes. It is a versatile material that can be used in a wide... [read more]

Sandy Halliday   Here's a text for architects, builders, and the anyone seriously considering the concept of "geen construction." It's loaded with discussion and data... [read more]

Eric Sloane   A lovingly written book, accompanied by more than 75 of the author's own sketches, providing a reliable record of those vanishing forms... [read more]

Ignasi De Sola-Morales,Rafael Vargas   Known for his innovative, sensual Art Nouveau buildings, Antoni Gaudi is one of the best-known architects in the world. This beautiful volume... [read more]

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Ingrid Cranfield   Here is a useful guide to the maintenance and renovation of Art Deco homes. Covered are furniture, fabrics and decorative detail and... [read more]

Jeremiah Eck   Leading residential architect Jeremiah Eck identifies the four key elements that can turn an ordinary house into a memorable home: good siting,... [read more]

Oliver Herwig   A lavishly illustrated book about the light, mobile and floating architectural movement of the twentieth century, and where it will take us... [read more]

Anthony Alofsin   Here is a look at a Wright who is less well-known to Americans. Through essays written by scholars who are natives as... [read more]

Eric Peter Nash   Frank Lloyd Wright's name practically defines American architecture. He's left a legacy that continues to influence, inspire, and fascinate millions the world... [read more]

Randell L. Makinson,Thomas A. Heinz,Brad Pitt   Pasadena's Blacker House is a Greene and Greene masterpiece, the best example of the Arts and Crafts style that America has. This... [read more]

Mary Ann Smith   A readable and informative study, this book illuminates the totality of Stickley's achievement, particularly in architecture. The focus is on Craftsman houses,... [read more]

Birkhauser   Here are the works of two architects know for the clarity of their ideas and the originality of their materials. Along with... [read more]

Sadao Hibi   This book surveys the essential elements of Japanese design. In this extensive photographic portfolio, Sadao Hibi leads you to see the details... [read more]

M. Caren Connolly,Louis Wasserman   This book is a unique combination of outstanding designs and proven ideas for renovating, remodeling and building a Ranch-style house. First appreciated... [read more]

Bret Morgan,Leland M Roth   This handsome volume presents large color photos of 30 beautiful homes. Includes examples from the Arts & Crafts movement, Frank Lloyd Wright,... [read more]

Adrian Tinniswood   This is a book that will captivate those interested in the architecture of the Art Deco period. Extensive photos and discussion of... [read more]

Here's a basic reference text from the editors at Popular Woodworking. Filled with tips and... [read more]

Where to put all of your accumulated stuff? Build some of these stand-alone and built-in... [read more]

More than three dozen lovely box projects from Wood Magazine that incorporate a variety of... [read more]

In the dark about designing appropriate lighting for your home? Here's a newly revised design... [read more]