Cabins: A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat - Softcover

Stiles, David; Stiles, Jeanie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1552093735 ISBN 13: 9781552093733

Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd, 2001

Synopsis

This book shows everything you need to know to achieve a DIY-standard retreat - the sort of holiday home you have always dreamed of. The authors describe each step in the process from identifying the land to deciding on and developing plans for a structure that suits their lifestyle and budget. Build them deep in the countryside, at the seaside or in your own back garden - wherever you like! Classic construction methods are covered, and are clearly illustrated in photographs and drawings: log cabin; pole-built and stick-built cabin; post-and-beam; stone; cordwood; Pyramid; A-frame; DIY kits; Many designs and purposes are covered: Classic woodland log cabin; Writer's retreat; Guest quarters; Lakeside retreat; Japanese moon-gazing cabin; Boathouse; Beach Hut; Mediterranean bolthole; Perfect self-build projects for a holiday home or weekend retreat-within the skills of any DIY enthusiast & materials from your local B & Q.

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Review

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" (10/01/2001)

A primer for anyone with dreams of 'getting away from it all.'--Ted Hainworth"Saskatoon Star Phoenix" (07/21/2001)

[The book will] lead the clumsiest carpenter through the necessary steps to build a cozy getaway.--Annie Stoltie"Adirondack Life" (10/15/2002)

The Stiles ... show how to build a cabin that reflects the builder's lifestyle.-- (09/01/2001)

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.-- (05/26/2001)

You'll find not only the practical issues ... but also the inspiration to help select the cabin that is perfect.-- (05/25/2001)

An invaluable resource ... step-by-step instructions starting with basic planning.-- (06/16/2001)

The kind of book that stirs the imagination.--Lexington Herald-Leader (06/03/2001)

Clear, practical book ... full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams.-- (11/01/2001)

You can do it!... For tips read Cabins: A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat.-- (04/01/2005)

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1552093735
• ISBN 13: 9781552093733
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256