"Universal Principles of Architecture is a concise, visual introduction to 100 of the most fundamental elements of architecture"-- Universal Principles of Architecture is a concise, visual introduction to 100 of the most fundamental elements of architecture.

The mere thought of "cottage" puts the mind at ease, as a cottage is where life is simple, comforting, and true. Cottages are an informal, often hardy subset of small houses, generally possessing a visceral grab on homeowners' imaginations. The New Cottage explores how our favorite home is changing to suit living today. Even in the face of technology's expanding scope and speed, and the resulting nearly ubiquitous reach of social media, today's new...

"Infrastructure is not only the underground pipes and wires that control our cities but also the hidden rules for structuring the spaces all around us--free trade zones, smart cities, suburbs and malls. Extrastatecraft charts the rise of the hidden rules that control this "infrastructure space," and shows how it is creating new forms of power, beyond the reach of government. In a series of fascinating case studies, Easterling visits fields of infrastructure...

"The Holistic Home is based on an original lifestyle concept focused on creating a dynamic, healthy, and thoughtful space within yourself and your home by combining three planes of action--mind, body, and spirit--that result in profound change. The condition of the mind affects the psychology of how you dwell: subconscious influences, decorating with intention, and allowing your emotional issues and challenges to manifest in your space. The physical...

teaches the commands and features of AutoCAD 2022 and demonstrates how to make the most of these powerful tools to complete any interior design or space planning project. Covering both two- and three-dimensional drawings, it provides abundant exercises that walk learners step-by-step through the use of AutoCAD prompts and commands. Using numerous, up-to-date illustrations, the authors dont just capture the essence of this powerful program; they help...

If you are weary of a large house with high property taxes, big utility bills, tons of maintenance, and too much stuff, you're definitely not alone! Millions of Americans are turning to smaller living spaces as a pathway to a happier, stress-reduced life. The Giant Book of Tiny Homes captures the essence of this downsizing trend by showcasing homes across a spectrum of styles and locations, each filled with stylish interiors, ingenious solutions for...