Finding Freedom from Clutter
Are You Drowning in Clutter? Finding Freedom from Clutter will help you organize your papers, photos, stuff, and life! This book features top tips and tricks from a personal concierge and certified photo manager to help you: - Organize Your Goals - Organize Around the House - Sell, Donate, and Discard Your Clutter - Organize Papers, Photos, and Memorabilia - Organize for the Holidays - Help Other People OrganizeThis guide will streamline and simply your life, saving you money, time, and sanity!
Ashe Leandro
Known for their classic contemporary look, the AD100 interior design/architectural firm Ashe Leandro's debut publication is an inspiring look book of interiors they have created in syncopation with materials that they are drawn to. For Ashe and Leandro, creativity is a way of life that is reflected in everything they design. They have built a star-studded portfolio (clients include Liev Schreiber, Seth Meyers, Naomi Watts, and Rashid Johnson) with their fresh approach to unfussy, high-design spaces. Their interiors favor a quiet beauty, based on simple shapes, asymmetrical details, and a fine patina. This luxurious book, with its cloth-covered case, features the firm's exciting new design projects, exhibiting their fusion of America's Southwest, Latin American, and European heritages. There are also profiles of homes in urban and country settings, from New York City, Connecticut, and East Hampton to Martha's Vineyard, illustrating this appealing cosmopolitan/bohemian aesthetic. Through an insightful interview, the designers share their process using interiors and their furnishings to demonstrate the personal ethos of their extraordinary firm and its important contributions to the design world.
Creative Homes
A fascinating glimpse into the evocative, eclectic and carefully curated homes of artists, designers and other creatives. In Creative Homes, photographer Anna Malmberg and stylist Mari Strenghielm visit 12 unique and creative homes belonging to artists, designers, photographers, musicians, and more, many of them never before photographed. In each home, they discover how the interior reflects the creative endeavors and preoccupations of its inhabitants and gives an insight into their processes, inspirations, and way of life. The homeowners range from a couple of designers sharing a small London apartment who conceived and built their own furniture, lighting, and decorative details, to a textile artist and ceramist living in rustic seclusion on a Mallorcan farm surrounded by their artworks. Among others, Anna and Mari also explore the characterful studio/apartment of a Parisian sculptor, and the former monastery where a Sicilian artist lives and works. With glorious photographs and intriguing stories, Creative Homes is sure to inspire readers to both live, dream, and decorate creatively in their own homes.
Sparkle and Shine
The Art of Sparkle: A Journey to Bathroom Brilliance in Seven Days
Country House Living
Following her success with Nora Murphy's Country House Style, Murphy celebrates a selection of homes and their homeowners, each exemplifying a different style. For Nora Murphy, a country house isn't so much a place as it is a state of mind. A country house is warm, welcoming--at once down to earth, yet elegant. A country house has genuine character, tells a story, and is truly, wonderfully lived in. Here Murphy explores the tenets of country house style, as illustrated by her own "new" country house, and the many other striking homes she has curated for the book. Each one of these homeowners has embraced country house style--but each implements it in their own unique way. There is a pastoral 1732 center-chimney colonial in Connecticut nestled in spectacular gardens, a cozy cottage on the coast of Maine rich with local details, and an 1840s Greek Revival in the Hudson Valley filled with romantic Victorian ephemera. Common threads weave through the stories: the thrill of the antiques hunt, the role of history, and the priority of comfort. Filled with practical ways to celebrate American country style, beautifully designed with a ribbon bookmark, and written in the author's warm and effusive voice, this book will inspire readers to create a country house lifestyle wherever they live.
Bohemian Soul
A celebration of the unique decorative style of New Orleans, featuring the resplendent rooms of seventeen decadent residences rich with patina, family heirlooms, and history. New Orleans is one of the most distinctive cities in the world, but like most American cities, rapidly developing. Designer and writer Valorie Hart and photographer Sara Essex Bradley have sought out spectacular residences that represent the best of old bohemian New Orleans--domiciles that serve both as inspiration and as an imaginative balm to all that is unappealingly conventional and cookie-cutter in design today. Ranging from a Garden District cottage to a Civil War-era Creole mansion, all the homes feature elements of elegance and eccentricity, old French furniture and vintage finds, colors only produced by local light. The free spirits who own these homes have a lust for all the arts, from music to dance, painting, and fine cuisine. They include an artist in a crumbling garret, an eccentric dreamer, a voodoo queen, moneyed wayfarers, world travelers, a resourceful magpie, bon vivants, gypsies, and old souls--all united in their love of the chipped and tattered, romantic and resplendent. This book is a valentine to a New Orleans that is disappearing, a last call to remember, appreciate, and repeat and revive its great bohemian soul.
Alyssa Kapito
Known for her modern approach to classic elegance, Alyssa Kapito presents her most extraordinary residential projects in this anticipated debut. With degrees in art history from Columbia University and a stint at Bunny Williams under her belt, Alyssa Kapito founded her eponymous interior design firm in 2012. With bespoke interiors that merge contemporary touches with time-honored sophistication--think luxurious textures, neutral tones, crisp whites, and sleek lines--she has become one of the most exciting names working in design today. In this beautiful volume, Kapito shares her unique design philosophy and ten of her most outstanding projects. An Upper East Side town house is punctuated with modern design pieces and warm beige hues. A medley of natural materials offset with bold artworks define a sleek duplex in SoHo. Clean lines and a soft palette of blues, yellows, and mauve breathe new life into a grand countryside estate. Readers will delight in discovering Kapito's approach throughout several apartments on New York's Upper East Side in addition to several downtown abodes. Exquisitely printed in Italy on a luxurious uncoated paper and featuring a cloth cover with a beautiful tipped-in image, this new publication is bound to provide endless inspiration for interiors enthusiasts everywhere.
The Essential Guide to Swedish Death Cleaning
Are you prepared to face the clutter of a lifetime and the emotional weight it carries? "The Essential Guide to Swedish Death Cleaning" is not just a guide to decluttering; it's a profound journey through the Swedish practice of d繹st瓣dning, or death cleaning. This transformative process is about more than sorting through possessions; it's a way to embrace minimalism, simplify life, and create a thoughtful legacy, no matter your age or stage of life.This book is a compassionate companion for those ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and decluttering that is as much about internal reflection as it is about external tidiness. Within the pages of this book, you will: Discover the philosophy and cultural significance of Swedish death cleaning.Learn practical strategies for sorting personal belongings, including the most sentimental items.Gain insights on curating memories, managing digital assets, and maintaining a clean space.Learn how to let go of possessions with gratitude and mindfulness.Experience the emotional benefits of releasing the past and embracing a minimalist lifestyle.Swedish death cleaning is not just a practice reserved for those contemplating the twilight of their lives. It is a lifelong process that encourages you to regularly evaluate your possessions and create a comfortable living space that reflects your current life phase, without the excess of material goods that can often lead to physical and emotional clutter.Whether you're contemplating your own legacy, helping a loved one through the process, or want to live a more intentional, clutter-free life, "The Essential Guide to Swedish Death Cleaning" offers a gentle, structured approach to facing one of life's most daunting and empowering tasks. It's not just about cleaning out your space; it's about honoring a life well-lived and the power of letting go.Take the first step towards a lighter, more intentional future. Embrace the art of Swedish death cleaning with "The Essential Guide to Swedish Death Cleaning" and transform how you think about your possessions and legacy.
Studio Ashby
The highly anticipated debut from one of today's most influential tastemakers in contemporary interior design, published on the occasion of her studio's tenth anniversary. Growing up, interior designer Sophie Ashby cultivated a passion for modern art, fine antiques, and bold color. After studying art history and interior design, she launched her London-based design studio in 2014 at the age of twenty-five with just one client--and has been cementing her status as a tour de force ever since. This celebratory clothbound volume presents the designer's signature style through a selection of extraordinary projects. Readers will discover vibrant, rich, whimsical interiors and Ashby's aesthetic brimming with bright hues, quirky shapes, glamorous touches, eclectic materials, and inspiration-laden artworks. Ashby's private family home and the studio's showroom at the striking eighteenth-century Blewcoat School display her myriad influences and unique artwork-driven creative process. Projects including a Parisian apartment in the Saint Germain neighborhood, town houses in London, and a San Francisco residence spotlight her knack for breathing new life into historic spaces. With a foreword penned by Architectural Digest editor in chief Amy Astley, this indispensable debut provides a fascinating look into the world of one of today's brightest talents in interior design.
Building an Affordable House
Unlock the secrets to building high-quality, affordable homes with this thoroughly updated version of the classic Building an Affordable House. This comprehensive guide is perfect for builders, developers, and homeowners looking to maximize their construction or remodeling budget without sacrificing quality. Whether you're building a new home or renovating an existing one, this book provides the tools and knowledge you need to achieve high-value, low-cost results. Transform your construction projects with strategies that balance marketability, quality, and affordability. Key Features: Cost-Saving Techniques: Discover insider methods used by top homebuilders to save thousands on construction costs. Budget-Friendly Design: Learn how to add curb appeal and functionality without breaking the bank. Sustainable Practices: Incorporate eco-friendly building techniques that benefit both the environment and your wallet. Step-by-Step Guidance: Detailed instructions on everything from foundations to finishes, ensuring you get the most value for your investment. Expert Insights: Benefit from the author's 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with practical tips and real-world examples. It's a detailed roadmap that takes the speculation out of building and provides the builder with an elusive commodity in the construction industry: peace of mind. Plus, keeping sustainability at the forefront of building decisions isn't simply good for the environment--it's good for the homeowner's bottom line. This second edition of Building an Affordable House provides an updated sensibility to the building decisions every homeowner must make in today's challenging construction environment, whether building a brand-new house or renovating one they love.
The Romantic Home
Who doesn't long for a little more romance in their home? The kind that makes your heart feel at ease when you walk inside and close the door on our fast-paced world. Today's romantic interiors come in many different forms, but all share a passion for beauty. Romantic rooms are filled with treasures that honour the past and defined by graceful furnishings, subtle hues, and evocative items. It's a style that easily mixes with other design eras from traditional rustic and French country to modern luxe. In The Romantic Home, Fifi O'Neill presents twelve well-loved homes to set the heart a-flutter. In the first chapter, "Reclaimed Romance", she visits an artist's cottage and a restored 1902 loft in Minnesota. "Modern Crush" features a designer's apartment in Los Angeles and a sensitively updated Rhode Island home. In "Love Stories", Fifi reveals a writer's hideaway in Florida and a classically elegant abode on the West Coast. And in the final chapter, "Classic Vibes," she travels from a vintage-inspired ranch-style home in California to an authentic farmhouse in the South of France. Past meets present in each of these idyllic homes, which combine calm and collected interiors with abundant personal charm.
The Heart of the Home
Welcome readers, let me introduce myself. My name is Cheryl Eldridge, I was born and raised in the beautiful state of Wisconsin. I was blessed to be raised in a Christian home, and taught early on to love Jesus, giving my heart to Him at a very young age. I love being a homemaker, and taking good care of my family and my home. My precious husband and I have been married for over 51 years, and the Lord has blessed us with 6 precious children, and 10 precious grandchildren. These gifts I will never stop thanking Him for.I am not going to teach you how to make the perfect pie crust, or even the perfect apple pie, but what I am going teach you, is how to become closer to God, how to treat your husband in such a way that he will be glad to come home to you. How to raise the precious children that God has given you, to be kind, honest, responsible, and most of all, godly people. And how to create a home of peace and happiness for your family.I will promise you this, It won't always be easy, But it will be, Absolutely worth it. Blessing to you my dear friends, Cheryl My purpose in writing this book is to pass on to you, dear reader, the wisdom that has taken me a lifetime to learn. So that you can truly become the "The Heart of your Home."
Conservation, Restoration, and Analysis of Architectural and Archaeological Heritage
Cultural heritage identifies and preserves past achievements for the benefit of future generations. Examining the extent to which heritage preservation is feasible in an era governed by modernism and globalization is essential for both regional development and cultural conservation. Conservation, Restoration, and Analysis of Architectural and Archaeological Heritage provides innovative insights into digital technologies that have produced important methodological changes in the documentation, analysis, and conservation of cultural heritage. The content within this publication represents the work of digital restoration, inclusive communication, and reality-based representation. It is a vital reference source for software developers, sociologists, policymakers, tourism managers, and academicians seeking coverage on digital technologies and data processing in cultural heritage.
Evergreen
Inspired by the wisdom of the natural world, Evergreen is the essential guide for anyone who is looking to unearth their inner strength and bring more joy and contentment into their everyday. Season by season, Evergreen guides you to reconnect with nature and find balance throughout the inevitable ebb and flow of life. From learning to trust your intuition to embracing the power of amateur status, rethinking your relationship with comparison to seeking solitude when you need it, Lydia Millen takes you by the hand and empowers you with the tools to create your own version of an evergreen life. Whether Evergreen finds you at a time of peace and fulfilment or a time of challenge and uncertainty, this book will uplift you with a fresh perspective and be a comfort you can return to in every season of your journey to come.
From Bleeding Edge to Leading Edge
"I've done complicated. It's complicated."Residential and commercial buildings account for 17% of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions (Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Canada's Built Environment; Senate of Canada 2018). In the United States, that figure is roughly 29% (C2ES; Decarbonizing US Buildings by J. Leung 2018). Net Zero homes, which produce at least as much energy as they consume, will play a key role in the current global climate crisis by drastically reducing energy consumption in the housing sector.Doug Tarry is a leading international authority on Net Zero homes. His company, Doug Tarry Homes Limited, has certified more Net Zero / Net Zero Ready homes (over 400 and counting) than any other builder in Canada. The title of Doug's book, "From Bleeding Edge to Leading Edge: A Builders Guide to Net Zero Homes", refers to his complicated and sometimes painful journey to Net Zero. Throughout the book, Doug offers his first-hand experience on what has worked and what hasn't in building Net Zero homes, along with expert advice from some of the industry's leading builders, building scientists and energy consultants. Much has been written about the technical details of building high-performance homes - the "what". This book goes further and deals with the "why" and the "how", discussing topics such as holistic design, embodied carbon, the Four Principals of Modern Design, the 100-year home, and climate resiliency. Written in plain language and infused with humor and storytelling, this book is a must-read for builders, renovators, architects, municipal officials, industry stakeholders and home buyers - anyone interested in the future of home building. It will help builders and their teams get to Net Zero in less time, with far less cost and pain.
From Bleeding Edge to Leading Edge
"I've done complicated. It's complicated."Residential and commercial buildings account for 17% of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions (Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Canada's Built Environment; Senate of Canada 2018). In the United States, that figure is roughly 29% (C2ES; Decarbonizing US Buildings by J. Leung 2018). Net Zero homes, which produce at least as much energy as they consume, will play a key role in the current global climate crisis by drastically reducing energy consumption in the housing sector.Doug Tarry is a leading international authority on Net Zero homes. His company, Doug Tarry Homes Limited, has certified more Net Zero / Net Zero Ready homes (over 400 and counting) than any other builder in Canada. The title of Doug's book, "From Bleeding Edge to Leading Edge: A Builders Guide to Net Zero Homes", refers to his complicated and sometimes painful journey to Net Zero. Throughout the book, Doug offers his first-hand experience on what has worked and what hasn't in building Net Zero homes, along with expert advice from some of the industry's leading builders, building scientists and energy consultants. Much has been written about the technical details of building high-performance homes - the "what". This book goes further and deals with the "why" and the "how", discussing topics such as holistic design, embodied carbon, the Four Principals of Modern Design, the 100-year home, and climate resiliency. Written in plain language and infused with humor and storytelling, this book is a must-read for builders, renovators, architects, municipal officials, industry stakeholders and home buyers - anyone interested in the future of home building. It will help builders and their teams get to Net Zero in less time, with far less cost and pain.
The Soft Minimalist Home
Award-winning interiors blogger Abi Dare of These Four Walls reveals a softer, more relaxed approach to minimalism that will enhance your wellbeing and simplify your home. Many of us yearn to turn our homes into calming sanctuaries, but there are still misconceptions of minimalist decor as sterile, unattainable, and devoid of personality. In her first book, interiors stylist and writer Abi Dare busts the myths, demonstrating that minimalist spaces can be warm, welcoming, and as individual as their inhabitants. The Soft Minimalist Home shows how a diverse range of people have created minimalist havens that reflect their tastes and tell their stories. An apartment in London brings unexpected pops of colour, a 1920s Dutch townhouse is filled with light, and a family home in Sweden takes its cues from nature. These home tours are interspersed with practical advice on topics such as choosing a palette, optimizing storage, and adding coziness through texture. Throughout, Abi guides readers to harness the mood-boosting power of minimalist decor for themselves, proving that less really is more.
Expressive Interiors
A certain kind of alchemy takes place when you decorate from the heart and style with conviction. In Expressive Interiors, designer Jo Berryman celebrates a sense of adventure and bold self-expression in decoration. Jo opens the door to a selection of her own projects as well as paying tribute to other interiors that embrace authenticity over conventionality, personal connections over material possessions, and natural accents over costly works of art. From Margate, England to Ibiza, Spain, Jo and photographer B矇n矇dicte Drummond visit homes that combine glamour with originality and pay homage to a playful spirit in decoration. Expressive Interiors encourages the reader to venture out of their decorative comfort zone and revel in the sense of freedom that ensues. Alongside this captivating visual odyssey, Jo provides a comprehensive source list and a practical guide on realizing the fundamentals of her style.
Entertaining by Design
Discover the art of effortless entertaining with 17 seasonal gatherings made simple, stylish, and soulful, complete with 18 recipes and fabulous decor tips. "In this breezy debut, interior designer Gross shares ideas on how to host sophisticated events for a variety of occasions. . . This will spark hosts' imaginations." --Publishers Weekly "Full of great color photographs of party environments and place settings that readers will want to copy next time they host an event." --Booklist "Lorna brings style and joy to everything she does, whether designing a room or setting the table. Now, we can delight in her magical world!" --Steele Marcoux, Editor-in-Chief Veranda Magazine From interior designer and style maven Lorna Gross, Entertaining by Design is a collection of accessible gatherings, organized by season, from a small dinner to post-Christmas breakfast celebration. Each gathering is designed to be instructional, inspirational, and doable for anyone by using tableware and decorations you may already have along with carefully chosen decorative items like place cards or serving platters that can cost as little or as much as your budget allows. Each gathering includes suggestions for the best way to invite your guests--sometimes, that's just a well-thought-out email--types of tableware, music suggestions to set the mood, and a color scheme to tie everything together. Lorna has shared a few of her favorite recipes that are satisfying, delicious, and certain to get the party started. In a world where we're constantly busy, it's easy to think there is no time to plan a party, but Lorna proves that with her simple instructions, streamlined tips, and a little planning, any of these gatherings can be accomplished. Whether you believe you don't know how to create a gathering or you just think you don't have the time, gorgeous photos throughout the book encourage readers by showing how easy it can all be.
Happy Starts at Home
Making a home that works for you is the key to a better life. Interiors expert Rebecca West reveals how to align your heart, home, and health via small changes that make a big difference. What does it take to be happy at home? It's not about buying or not buying a new sofa. It's about whether your home is working for you in the best way. Your home can directly improve your wellbeing and contentment with better health, sleep, and relationships, and ultimately decrease your stress levels to increase your all-round happiness. In this book, Rebecca West helps you to learn how to make your home feel brand new without actually relocating and how to redecorate so you can feel best in your space. Along with beautiful photographs, there are a variety of self-assessment activities to connect your financial, emotional, and physical health to your space to ensure it nurtures your vision--and invest your time and money more effectively too. With Happy Starts at Home, you can commit to buying fewer things and doing more to discover what's holding you back, in order to create a home that makes you smile.
Interiors: Styled by Mieke Ten Have
Leading interiors stylist Mieke ten Have shares her techniques for teasing out the elements of a home that make it compelling, beautiful, and alive How does a renowned stylist approach personalizing a space? In this beautiful new book, Mieke ten Have identifies and explains the four principal elements that she always takes into account: Color Theory, Pattern Play, Wild and Tame, and Flowers for Living. She illustrates each of these principles with images of rooms that she has styled for such noted designers as Stephen Sills, Mario Buatta, Alberto Pinto, Rita Konig, and Victoria Hagan in a wide variety of homes and locations. Then Mieke demonstrates how she applies these concepts, season after season, in her own country home, the Barn. Rich, atmospheric images by photographer Frank Frances document the evolution of the house, capturing the distinctive light, mood, colors, tonality, and textures of each season. Both aspirational and inspirational, Interiors: Styled by Mieke ten Have provides countless design ideas for beautifying our surroundings throughout the year.
The African Decor Edit
"The definitive book for collecting and decorating with ethically sourced African wares." (Essence) Travel with Ugandan American designer Nasozi Kakembo as she explores iconic home goods--from Malian mudcloth to Moroccan rugs--at the source and offers thoughtful guidance on collecting and decorating with traditional African treasures. Through xN Studio, her interior design and product design practice, Nasozi collaborates with artisans throughout Africa, and hers is the rare design book that delves into the origin and meaning behind the furnishings and accessories shown. Each chapter presents artisans in their home countries, telling their stories in their own words. The book also demonstrates the beauty of African decor, with a collection of inspiring, layered interiors from all over the world. The African Decor Edit is a must-have for all who admire African wares and wish to decorate with them in a thoughtful and ethical way. The African Decor Edit is not only a gorgeous coffee table book, ready to display and gift. Thanks to author Nasozi Kakembo's deep knowledge of ethically sourced and aesthetically elevated heritage wares, it's a must-have volume for any collector of African home goods.
How to Not Clean the Kitchen
Discover how to eliminate washing piles of dishes forever, even if your sink is constantly overflowing with dish-asters.Do you always feel behind in kitchen chores? Hate to wipe counters? Struggle with scrubbing cracks and crevices in the fridge? Just wish that dishes would disappear? If you think you are destined to wash loads of dishes for the rest of your life, think again, because How to Not Clean the Kitchen is your escape from kitchen work to a better (and cleaner) kitchen.There is a way to: Eliminate washing dishes.Cut back on cleaning counters.Prevent fridge disasters.Reduce cooking mess.Increase your time and sanity.And still have a clean kitchen!Tamra Carter, Amazon best-selling author, certified organizing specialist, and life coach, battled for over two decades with the kitchen sink. Raising a family, having a home business and managing a chronic illness brought her to a breaking point and out of desperation she created a way to eliminate kitchen chores and dishes. She now unveils this revolutionary new system that reduces that effort that goes into kitchen tasks.How to Not Clean the Kitchen offers a game-changing approach to kitchen cleaning-even if you're juggling work, children, or health challenges. You can eliminate dishes and kitchen chores.Your dish free destiny awaits!
The Dream Clean
The ultimate guide to making your home look and feel like a dream. After years of sharing her top home-cleaning hacks online, Instagram sensation @mama_mila_au, aka Chantel Mila, has compiled all of her best-practice tips and tricks into this one-stop, easy-to-use cleaning bible. Cleverly organized by room type and cleaning level, The Dream Clean is accessible for all households and lifestyles - no matter how much time you have for cleaning. This book is jam-packed with: budget-friendly, eco-friendly, simple DIYs and how-tos life hacks for cleaning, styling and organizing room-by-room guides routines, and checklists. Treating yourself to a beautiful home is the ultimate form of self-care, and The Dream Clean will help you achieve just that!
Hammer It Home
Are you gearing up for a building project but feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of residential framing? Do you desire a thorough guide to simplify the intricacies of framing, equipping you with vital tips and techniques to construct a sturdy frame with confidence?Ask yourself: - How can I build a strong and reliable frame for my construction projects? - What are the essential tips and techniques that can simplify the complex process of residential framing? - Is there a step-by-step guide that takes the guesswork of building a sturdy frame?Meet the Author: The Framing MaestroThe author, a seasoned builder with a wealth of experience in residential framing, empathizes deeply with the hurdles builders and DIY enthusiasts encounter. They've personally navigated the maze of confusion and frustration inherent in understanding framing intricacies. Driven by a passion for simplification, the author is your trusted companion on the journey to demystifying framing, turning it from a daunting challenge into a masterable art form.What to Expect: - Unlock the secrets of building a strong and resilient frame for your construction projects. - Demystify the complexities of residential framing with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. - Gain essential tips and techniques that save time and resources in your building endeavors. - Explore the art of framing from the ground up, ensuring a solid foundation for your projects. - Learn insider tricks that professionals use to achieve precision and efficiency in framing. - Understand the principles of frame construction, empowering you with the knowledge to tackle any project. - Access expert advice that addresses common challenges faced by builders and DIY enthusiasts. - Embark on your building journey with confidence, equipped with the skills to create a robust frame.
Off Grid Living
This illustrated guide will tell you everything you need to know about finding alternative water and energy sources. You will also get a crash course on living frugally and learning to use what you have to get by. Bartering will become your new form of tender as you use the things you produce on your little homestead to get what you can't grow or make. Living off the land and disconnected from utilities takes a little getting used to, but you will appreciate your freedom from those monthly bills that can keep you up at night. No longer will you be forced to be at the mercy of the power company. This book will help you navigate the laws while you make the transition to living off the grid while you enjoy financial freedom. Here is a preview of what you'll learn...Exactly what to doHow to cut your expensesWhat you should be aware ofHow to use energy properlyHow to be successful at thisMuch, much more!Solar photovoltaic power is very promising as an alternative energy source for humanity, since it offers considerable economic and environmental benefits. First of all, it works with sunlight, an energy source which is free and available virtually everywhere. In addition, system operation is completely clean and free from pollutants. Finally, photovoltaic panels are a very robust technology which may last for 25 years or more. Given that the payback period of solar photovoltaic systems is typically less than ten years, this means that at least 15 years of free energy are guaranteed.
Sustained
Help Save Our Planet with Money-Saving Sustainable Tips for Your HouseHouseholds are among the biggest contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Could the secrets of saving the environment (and money) be closer to home than we thought?Looking for easy, budget-friendly ways to reduce your environmental impact and save money? Authored by award-winning environmental journalist, Candice Batista, Sustained takes you on an eye-opening journey towards sustainability and eco-friendly living─starting at home. This step-by-step, eco-living guide offers simple yet powerful ways to turn each room in your home into a hub of sustainability, while pocketing impressive savings every step of the way.Small changes, big impact. Starting with a deep dive into how our actions at home impact the planet, Sustained offers a practical suite of never-before-seen tools and solutions to initiate the shift towards a greener lifestyle-without draining your time, energy, or budget.Inside find: Eye-Opening Ideas: Explore green cleaning alternatives, ethical fashion brand recommendations, kitchen composting and waste management advice, laundry routine overhaul guidance, and more.Cleaner and Greener: Reduce your dependence on chemical products and single-use plastics, decipher cryptic food and fashion labels, shop like an eco-pro, and make room for a new lifestyle that's kinder to you, your pocket, and the planet.Eco-Living Simplified: Going green doesn't have to push your bank account into the red. Uncover tried-and-trusted tips for sustainable living, fresh recipe ideas, and up-to-date insights into top-rated biodegradable home products.Environmentally conscious readers of sustainability books like Simply Living Well, The Backyard Homestead Bible, or Sustainable Minimalism, will love Candice Batista's Sustained.
Frugal Luxuries by the Seasons
All year-round, create lush beauty and quiet graces for home and family (without breaking your budget) Tracey McBride's first book, Frugal Luxuries, elevated frugal but elegant living to an art form. Now in this companion volume she shares all new ways to embellish cherished holidays and the timeless rhythms of the seasons. Here she shows how to use joined efforts, loving hands, and exciting ideas to create gracious touches and sumptuous celebrations, delicious meals and wonderful seasonal treats. Learn how you can enrich your home with timeless pleasures and lighten the spirits of those you hold most dear--without exhausting your bank account. Enjoy: Emblems of spring: aromatic Irish linen sachets, warm scones drenched in jam and butter...and mysterious bunny tracks you can make to delight your children Enchanted summers: floral wreaths as party favors, an Italian feast with homemade pasta...and bountiful gifts from the garden Autumnal offerings: scented cinnamon pinecones as fire starters, fresh challah for Rosh Hashana...and a house warmed with fall bouquets and cozy paisley throws Winter wonders: mood-enhancing music, illuminating with lights, inside and out...and a Christmas gift pantry--begun in January--to create stress-free givingPlus an abundance of seasonal blessings, imaginative uses for yard-sale treasures, an appreciation of things old and marvelous...and creation of a life of beauty and simplicity.
Investing in a tiny house
Investing in a tiny houseAbout the book: Want To Ѕimрlify Yоur Lifе? Wаnt Tо Lower Yоur Monthly Еxреnѕеѕ? Wаnt To Rеduсе Yоur Dependency On Your Jоb? Tiny Hоuѕеѕ May Bе Thе Аnѕwеr Fоr You And Yоur Family. Living small iѕ living green. If you are living in lеѕѕ ѕԛuаrе fееt, уоur energy needs will automatically gо dоwn. Ovеr hаlf a milliоn аir conditioning unitѕ аrе needed tо sustain thе 2,598 ѕԛuаrе unitѕ of hоuѕеѕ. Rеduсе thе square footage реr house and the аir соnditiоnеrѕ thаt are nееdеd will drаѕtiсаllу reduce whiсh will hаvе a positive imрасt on thе utility billѕ. Tinу hоuѕеѕ hаvе a smaller carbon fооtрrint whiсh iѕ whаt wе nееd to be vоuсhing fоr if we intеnd tо save thiѕ planet frоm thе lооming decline. Mоѕt сitу dwellers аrе сriррlеd by hugе dеbtѕ thanks to the mоrtgаgеѕ thеу hаvе оn thеir hоmеѕ. A house thаt wоuld tурiсаllу соѕt $290,000 if раid fоr in a single рауmеnt will еvеntuаllу cost over a million if раid out using thе hirе рurсhаѕе mоdеl that mоrtgаgеѕ аrе bаѕеd оn. Most people ѕреnd their entire lifеtimе trуing tо сlеаr mortgages and ѕоmе even lose thеir hоuѕеѕ when fоr оnе reason оr another they аrе unable to continue with the mоnthlу рауmеntѕ. Theѕоlutiоn to this iѕ living in tinу hоuѕеѕ. It is сhеареr аnd ѕuѕtаinаblе.That's the purpose of this book, to enter into the world of modernism and the future's homes
The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide
In The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide, discover the secrets to transforming your home office into a dynamic and efficient workspace that unleashes your full potential.With the unprecedented rise of remote work, the home office has become more than just a luxury-it's a necessity, even considered a new lifestyle. However, without the right environment, distractions and inefficiencies can hinder your productivity and creativity. That's where this indispensable guide comes in. Whether you're new to working from home or seeking to revamp your existing setup, The Ultimate Home Office Design Guide is tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by this evolving work landscape.Drawing upon years of research and experience, renowned designer Lucia Gruber takes you on a transformative journey through five simple steps to create the ultimate home office. From optimizing your physical space to enhancing your psychological well-being, each step is carefully crafted to maximize your productivity and ensure peak performance.Learn how to choose the ideal location within your home, harness natural light, and utilize ergonomic furniture to create a comfortable and inspiring workspace. Discover the secrets of effective storage solutions, organizing techniques, and how to minimize distractions to maintain focus and flow.
Decorating Your Home
Welcome to the enchanting world of home decorating! In this beginner`s guide, we will embark on a delightful journey to help you transform your living spaces into personalised havens that reflect your unique style and personality.Decorating Your Home is designed to inspire and equip you with the fundamental knowledge and practical tips to make your home truly your own. Whether you`re starting from scratch in a new space or looking to refresh your current one, we`ve got you covered.Throughout these pages, we will explore the art of choosing colours that set the mood and create harmonious atmospheres. Discover the magic of arranging furniture and selecting the perfect pieces that maximize both comfort and functionality.You`ll learn the secrets of layering textures, playing with patterns, and incorporating eye-catching accents to add depth and character to your rooms. No detail will be overlooked as we delve into lighting, wall art, and the transformative power of plants.Our aim is to make the decorating process enjoyable and stress-free, providing you with the confidence to experiment and let your creativity flourish. Let`s embark on this exciting adventure together as we unlock the potential of your home and turn it into a sanctuary that truly resonates with your soul. Get ready to discover the joy of decorating!
Organizing Your Home and Life With ADHD
Unlock the Secrets to a Tranquil Life: How to Conquer Chaos and Thrive with ADHD!Do you often find yourself drowning in clutter, battling distraction at every turn, and feeling like you're barely keeping it together? Have you wished for a roadmap to navigate the challenges of home and life organization, specifically tailored for individuals with ADHD? Imagine a life where chaos is replaced by calm, and each day is a step towards your goals. As someone who has walked in your shoes, I know the struggles, frustrations, and the yearning for a system that truly works.Are you tired of the endless cycle of disorganization, procrastination, and overwhelm? What if you could transform your space into a haven of productivity and peace? Picture a life where you can harness the unique strengths of your ADHD mind to create a home and lifestyle that supports your success. It's not a dream - it's a reality waiting for you.Kai M. Jordan, the author, understands the daily battle with ADHD intimately. With a background in psychology and years of experience working with individuals facing ADHD-related challenges, Jordan brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to this comprehensive guide. Having triumphed over organizational chaos personally, the author shares insights that go beyond generic advice.Bullet Points: Discover practical strategies to declutter your physical space and clear mental fog.Unleash the power of ADHD-friendly routines that enhance focus and productivity.Learn the art of setting realistic and achievable goals tailored to your unique strengths.Navigate time management challenges with innovative techniques.Harness the potential of technology to streamline tasks and stay on track.Transform your living space into an organized sanctuary that supports your well-being.Dive into mindfulness practices designed to calm the chaos within.Equip yourself with coping mechanisms to overcome daily obstacles and thrive.If you want to reclaim control, banish chaos, and create a life that aligns with your aspirations, then start reading this book NOW. Your journey to an organized, fulfilling life begins here!
After I'm Gone Organizer
Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones with the After I'm Gone Organizer!The After I'm Gone Organizer is your essential companion for ensuring your loved ones are well-prepared for the unexpected. This comprehensive planner empowers you to record vital personal, medical, contact, financial, insurance, security, and account information, all in one secure place. With ample space to express your final wishes and expert tips from a licensed attorney well-versed in real estate contracts and local municipal laws, this easy-to-use guide is designed to help you gather and organize your important information and documents.8.5 x 11 END OF LIFE PLANNER INCLUDES SPACE TO WRITE DOWN KEY INFORMATION: PersonalContactsMedicalWhat to Do When You Pass Away and Funeral PlanningDependentsFinancesPersonal PropertyBusinessInsuranceBeneficiariesDevices & AccountsPetsImportant Documents and RegistrationsLast WishesDon't leave your loved ones guessing--leave behind a legacy of preparedness and clarity with the After I'm Gone Organizer.
Harmony Homestead
Concordance Estate Aggregate Strength, Shared Delight isn't simply a home; it is an encapsulation of public residing, where the embodiment of harmony thrives, making a safe house that rises above the limits of conventional residing spaces. Settled inside the peaceful scenes, this special estate is intended to cultivate a feeling of solidarity, collaboration, and divided delight between its occupants.At the core of Congruity Property is the idea of aggregate strength, where people meet up to shape a very close local area. Every occupant is a vital piece of a bigger embroidery, contributing their special abilities, gifts, and viewpoints to establish an amicable and economical living climate. The engineering of the residence mirrors this ethos, with interconnected spaces that support communication and joint effort. Shared spaces like collective nurseries, gathering regions, and multipurpose corridors act as central focuses for occupants to participate in significant trades, encouraging a feeling of having a place and interconnectedness.The ethos of aggregate strength reaches out past the actual spaces to the actual center of the local area's qualities. Occupants effectively take part in dynamic cycles, guaranteeing that the aggregate voice directs the bearing of the residence. This majority rule approach engages people as well as builds up the possibility that each part assumes a significant part in forming the fate of the local area. From administration to asset the board, the occupants of Concordance Property cooperate, pooling their assets to conquer difficulties and embrace valuable open doors for development and improvement.The property's obligation to shared delight is exemplified in its dynamic and comprehensive social texture. Customary occasions, festivities, and celebrations unite inhabitants, making a climate of merriment and fellowship. Whether it's a collective dinner, a social presentation, or a common side interest, the residence gives a stage to occupants to praise variety and track down delight in shared encounters. This accentuation on shared bliss upgrades the general personal satisfaction as well as supports the securities that integrate the local area.The compositional plan of Agreement Residence isn't just tastefully satisfying yet additionally ecologically cognizant. Reasonable practices are flawlessly incorporated into each part of the residence, from energy-proficient structures to eco-accommodating arranging.
A Roof Cutter’s Secrets to Framing the Custom Home
Here is your opportunity to own a hardcover copy of the latest version of "A Roof Cutter's Secrets" (2023). This is the very book that many believe revolutionized the modern home framing industry. It has been the "go to" reference book of choice for rough carpenters since the late 80s. It remains unrivaled in popularity and relevance. In 350 pages of clear, concise instructions, including over 300 drawings and photos, professional roof cutter Will Holladay shares the knowledge he has gathered over his lengthy career in rough carpentry. There are speed and production tricks/techniques from his years as a roof cutter and stacker in the Los Angeles housing tracts during the 70s; complicated custom home framing methodology from his years as a high end framing contractor along the California Coast during the 80s - 90s; and finally lessons learned from various arcane and oddball situations that he has faced through the 00s and onward as a framing consultant. In KISS format, Will presents the "how to" principles required to conquer nearly any type of complicated framing challenge. From steep hillside lot underpinning to detailing plates, from plumb and line issues to beam work, from regular roofs to unequal pitch versions, from bastard intersections to polygon and round shaped roofs, from eyebrow dormers to hanging fascia, from simple stair layout to elaborate circular staircase construction, from pop-out Bay windows to chandelier domes - it is all there. Situations not found anywhere else.The amount of information jam packed into this book is absolutely amazing! There is even a special section at the end of the book devoted specifically to applying the Construction Master Calculator to various situations found in the book. "A Roof Cutter's Secrets" is one resource that you will most certainly want to keep in your tool box.So, no matter where you fit in the construction industry - apprentice, journeyman, foreman, supervisor, contractor or architect - you're bound to pick up some new techniques and methods from "A Roof Cutter's Secrets" that will help increase job site productivity and improve the delivered job quality.
Sustainable Solutions
Reasonable arrangements in the fight against environmental change are basic as the worldwide local area faces heightening natural difficulties. These arrangements, grounded in long haul feasibility and eco-accommodating practices, expect to relieve the unfriendly impacts of environmental change and fabricate a strong future for the planet. Environmentally friendly power stands apart as a foundation of reasonable environment arrangements. Progressing from petroleum products to inexhaustible sources, for example, sun based, wind, and hydropower is pivotal for lessening ozone depleting substance discharges. Propels in innovation have made environmentally friendly power more open and monetarily reasonable, offering a spotless option in contrast to conventional energy sources. Interests in sustainable power framework and exploration are fundamental to additionally speed up this change. Energy productivity gauges likewise assume a crucial part in supportable environment arrangements. Executing energy-productive advances and practices across businesses, structures, and transportation lessens by and large energy utilization, diminishing the carbon impression. This includes embracing savvy lattices, energy-productive apparatuses, and feasible structure plans. States and organizations overall are progressively perceiving the financial and natural advantages of embracing energy proficiency. Round economy rehearses address one more feasible answer for battle environmental change. Moving from a direct "take, make, arrange" model to a round economy that focuses on reuse, reusing, and squander decrease limits asset exhaustion and natural corruption. Planning items in view of recyclability and advancing the reusing of materials add to a more feasible and environment versatile future. In horticulture, manageable practices, for example, agroforestry, natural cultivating, and regenerative agribusiness advance soil wellbeing, decrease deforestation, and upgrade carbon sequestration. These methodologies focus on biodiversity, water protection, and supportable land the board, offering a diverse answer for address both food security and environment strength. Adjusting metropolitan wanting to focus on manageability is pivotal in the fight against environmental change. Planning urban areas with green spaces, proficient public transportation, and manageable foundation diminishes outflows, limits heat islands, and improves generally metropolitan flexibility. Brilliant city drives, combined with green structure norms, add to establishing environment versatile metropolitan conditions. Worldwide participation and strategy systems are crucial in driving reasonable environment arrangements. Arrangements, for example, the Paris Understanding mean to join countries in their endeavors to restrict worldwide temperature climb. Legislatures, organizations, and common society should work cooperatively to sanction and authorize approaches that advance maintainability, decrease discharges, and put resources into strong framework. At last, economical arrangements fighting environmental change require a comprehensive and deliberate exertion across different areas. From embracing environmentally friendly power to carrying out round economy practices and encouraging worldwide joint effort, these arrangements offer a pathway to a more maintainable, versatile, and fair future for our planet.
How To Deal With Termites
Termites are a common household pest that can cause significant damage to homes and buildings. They are small insects that feed on wood and other cellulose-based materials, and can cause structural damage to homes and buildings. In this short book, How to Deal with Termites, we will provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to identify, prevent, and effectively deal with termite infestations.The book will cover the basics of termite biology and behaviour, including the different types of termites and their preferred habitats. It will also provide detailed information on how to identify a termite infestation and the signs to look out for. Additionally, the book will cover the various methods of termite control, including chemical treatments, baiting systems, and physical barriers. It will also provide tips on how to prevent termite infestations, such as proper moisture management and regular inspections.This book is written for homeowners, property managers, and anyone else who is interested in learning more about termites and how to deal with them. It is designed to be an easy-to-read and informative guide, providing the information and support you need to effectively deal with termite infestations. Whether you are dealing with an active infestation or looking to prevent future infestations, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to protect their home or property from termite damage.I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable.
Life Hacks 2025 Day-To-Day Calendar
Problem-solving life hacks to the rescue! Covering all aspects of daily life, including finances, technology, relationships, wellness--even cooking, Keith Bradford's Life Hacks 2025 Day-to-Day Calendar will hack your life for you one day at a time. Features include: No single-use plastic Recyclable chipboard easel backer for desk or tabletop display Page size: 4.606" x 4.606" Easel backer for desk or tabletop display Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink Full-color tear-off pages Back of pages contain Daily Extra content such as puzzles, jokes, quotations Day/Date reference on each page Combined weekend pages Official major world holidays and observances Every page features a practical time-, money-, or trouble-saving tip
Sandra Boynton’s My Family Calendar 17-Month 2024-2025 Family Wall Calendar
The #1 bestselling family wall calendar makes scheduling and organizing fun (insofar as possible) with Sandra Boynton's nifty, unpredictable animal characters cheering you along. With ample space for up to 5 family members' activities, appointments, and schedules, this hardworking 17-month calendar begins with the school year in August 2024 and runs through December 2025. For this calendar edition, Boynton brings back features missed by fans after a calendar redesign. Back by popular demand: weekends highlighted to be easily distinguished from weekdays, numerals for days of the month in colorful squares, days of the week spelled out instead of abbreviated to make them easier for children to read, plus more of Boynton's adorable characters decorating the calendar's grid. Other features include: 12" x 12" (12" x 24" open) Fold-around cover design eliminates need for plastic packaging Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink 17-months: August 2024-December 2025 Space for 5 family members' activities Official major world holidays and observances Year-at-a-glance for 2024, 2025, and 2026 300+ stickers help highlight special occasions Handy drop-down storage pocket--perfect for coupons, notes, and stray $100 bills
The Repair Shop: Crafts in the Barn
The second specially photographed book from the BBC's Top Ratings Hit The Repair Shop, in which the experts explain the importance of heirloom restoration crafts. The Repair Shop - with regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone - has cemented itself as a BBC classic series in the vein of Antiques Roadshow. This new book focuses on the crafts which the experts specialize in, from woodwork and ceramics to leather restoration and metalwork. Learn about heirloom crafts and the importance of restoration in an increasingly fast-paced, throwaway culture. Featuring brand new stories about never-seen-before objects, learn about the skills and techniques at the center of the workshop of dreams and hear about the many lives these experts touch. The second Repair Shop book to feature special photography in the barn itself, after the best-selling The Repair Shop: Life in the Barn.
Welcome Home
Welcome Home is a heartwarming, housewarming book to help families transition into a new home. From maintenance tips to simple recipes and uplifting true stories from real homeowners, this book is a beautiful housewarming gift to show love and support to family and friends. It's a delightful way to welcome someone home. The book is part of the Life Point Book series offering practical content and inspiration for life's milestones.
How To Build Cabins, Lodges, & Bungalows
2024 Reprint of the 1946 Edition. Facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. "Nothing could be more American than the simple cabin. Not many generations ago, it was the backbone of American life, the headquarters of that important unit, the home. It provided shelter, protection, and a foundation upon which to build a great empire. The pioneer cabin was, in other words, a necessity." - From the Introduction. Once regarded as a safe haven and a vital source of security, the little cabin in the country is today more closely associated with leisurely activities - a vacation spot and even a health investment. This helpful guide was designed to provide vacation home builders with all the information they needed to construct, decorate, and furnish a rustic little cottage. Floor plans and outlines of necessary materials are included, as are tips on constructing foundations, porches, doors, windows, fireplaces, and other structural elements. There are even suggestions for furnishing and beautifying your cabin.A useful how-to manual, offering straightforward advice on the building process from foundation to roof, this practical book can also be enjoyed as an entertaining look at lifestyle elements of the early twentieth century.
Mindful Living Zen Moments Weekly
Careful Living Harmony Minutes Week by week: An Extraordinary Excursion into Presence and InsightSet out on a ten-week odyssey of self-revelation and change with Careful Living Harmony Minutes Week after week, a complete program intended to mesh care into the texture of your day to day routine. This vivid experience is a cognizant investigation into the standards of careful living, drawing motivation from Harmony reasoning to direct you on an excursion towards more noteworthy presence, sympathy, and internal insight.
The Made-From-Scratch Life
Podcaster and author Melissa K. Norris introduces readers to the basics of modern homesteading with expert advice on how to live a healthier, more self-sufficient life. Are you concerned about the rising costs of feeding your family, where your food comes from, or what's in the cleaning products you use every day? Melissa K. Norris, host of the popular Pioneering Today podcast, wants to help you embrace a simpler, more natural lifestyle. In The Made-from-Scratch Life, Melissa shares easy-to-follow instructions (and plenty of inspiration) on how to... grow and preserve your own food build a well-stocked pantry cook hearty meals featuring homegrown ingredients create safe and effective cleaning products raise animals for healthier and more sustainable sources of meat and dairy Filled with helpful charts, checklists, and recipes, this guide gives you the know-how you need to incorporate time-tested homesteading practices into your everyday life.
Home Maintenance for Dummies
Take the intimidation out of common home repair jobs Home Maintenance For Dummies gives you the know-how you need to inspect, tune up, and make repairs to every room of your house. Learn how to stop drafty windows and doors, fix roof leaks, unclog pipes, silence squeaky floors, test your water pressure, fix a dripping faucet, and beyond. Plus, learn tricks of the trade to stop wasting energy, lower energy bills, and improve the comfort of your home. Some home maintenance jobs are easy to ignore, but you'll save thousands in repair costs if you keep things running properly. And when things do break, you can save even more money with DIY repairs. You'll be amazed how easy it is to do many common upkeep tasks yourself. With step-by-step guides, detailed diagrams, and instructions for every room of the home, you'll finally be able to fix those little problems that have been nagging at you. This updated edition covers the latest heating and cooling systems, tankless water heaters, LED lighting, solar power, and all the other newfangled stuff in your house. Learn how to conduct routine inspections, keep major appliances running efficiently, and avoid costly mistakes Make a list for the must-have tools in your toolbox Recognize the difference between an easy DIY repair and something an expert should handle Protect your home from long-term problems and secure the value of your asset First-time homeowners looking for a guide to keep their dream home in tip-top shape, as well as homeowners who aren't familiar with common home repairs, will love this beginner-friendly Dummies guide.
Do Just One Thing
Danny Seo is known for his ability to make natural, healthy living accessible. In his nationally syndicated column, "Do Just One Thing," Danny showed readers how to make small but powerful choices every day that would positively impact the planet. Now, 365 of his best tips have been gathered together in this giftable package. From conserving energy to recycling properly to looking out for our ecosystems, this book gives you one simple way to waste not, want not every day of the year. Save water by collecting rainwater for your houseplants, wash your bath towels with a splash of vinegar to keep them fresh longer, learn how to turn in old sneakers for recycling instead of tossing them in the trash, plant blue flowers to attract bees and support local pollinators, and more. And as Seo points out, reducing our carbon footprint can actually mean saving money, time, and our health, too!
Botanicals of the World
We have created a 68 page book with about 400 photos of flowers and plants we have photographed around the world. Included are many unusual and unique specimens showing the beauty of mother-nature.
