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Homes within reach

by Avi Friedman (2005)

About this book

"Homes Within Reach provides the first systematic guide for planning, designing, and constructing modest, yet high-quality, homes. From siting and foundations to systems, layouts, and interior and exterior finishes, it covers dozens of design and construction techniques that promote housing quality with sensitivity to lowering costs. Homes Within Reach is packed with hundreds of photographs, and architectural design details, making it a practical visual reference."--Jacket.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreHomes within reach Lead Character

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