by Lester Walker (Author)
Designing a House by renowned architect Lester Walker is a clear, practical, and beautifully illustrated manual for anyone dreaming of building a home from the ground up.
This accessible guide demystifies the architectural process, offering readers the tools and knowledge needed to design a functional, efficient, and deeply personal living space.
From floor plans and elevations to lighting, layout, and materials, Walker walks readers through every step of home planning with hand-drawn diagrams and expert commentary.
Whether you're building your first house, remodeling, or simply exploring design ideas, this book is an invaluable resource that combines architectural principles with real-world advice to help turn vision into reality.
PRAISE FOR THE WORK OF LESTER WALKER:
"Attractive, superbly organized." ―Newsday
"The drawings of these houses are splendid . . . a rich illustrative record of American house architecture." ―Boston Globe
"It's impossible not to respond to Walker's warm, supportive tone . . . A pleasure to read." ―Booklist
"Engaging." ―Witold Rybczynski, author of Home
"I am thoroughly charmed . . . You too will fall in love with a little house." ―John Mack Carter
Author Biography
Lester Walker is an award-winning architect and author of numerous books including "American Shelter," "Tiny Houses," and "Block Building for Children." He lives in Woodstock, New York, where his architectural practice is based.
Number of Pages: 144
Dimensions: 0.3 x 9.01 x 8.38 IN
Publication Date: August 26, 2014
