Graphic Guide to Residential Design Ebook (271 Pages)
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Hi there! Thank you for stopping by. My name is Luis, and I have been designing houses for over 20 years. I created this e-book to answer common questions that clients ask during the early stages of the design process, such as "Why is an open concept floor plan so expensive?" or "Why did you add windows on this wall?" In architecture, there is always a reason behind each design decision, and in my e-book, I explain these reasons using simple, visually-digestible drawings.
From the first sketches to roofs, kitchens, staircases and outdoor areas, every topic is explained with dimensioned, hand-drawn plans in both imperial and metric units, so you can understand the "whys" behind residential design and apply them to your own projects.
At a glance
| Pages | 271 |
| File format | High quality print PDF (128 MB) |
| Languages | English and Spanish (choose your edition) |
| Units | Metric and imperial |
| Works with | Any PDF reader on computer, tablet or phone |
| Updates | Free future updates with new content and chapters |
What's inside
- Easy-to-understand illustrations
- Interior and exterior design recommendations
- In-depth analysis of schematic floor plans
- Common design mistakes to avoid
- All dimensions in imperial and metric units
- Free future updates with new content and chapters
The chapters cover:
- The first sketches: starting from scratch, from diagrams to plans
- Exterior design considerations: natural ventilation, sun radiation, windows, skylights, mass, scale and proportion, hillsides, porches and entries, popular house styles in the US
- Roofs, grading and drainage: roof types and materials, attics and dormers, roof and rooftop deck drainage, site grading, hillside construction
- Living areas: foyer, living room, dining room and guest bathroom design
- Sleeping areas: bedroom arrangements, bedroom and bathroom design
- Kitchen area: appliances, cabinets, layouts and kitchen design mistakes to avoid
- Utility areas: laundry room and garage design
- Staircases: types, parts, general requirements, handrails and guardrails
- Outdoor areas: swimming pools and fences
- Electrical and mechanical: general planning, symbols and requirements for habitable areas, kitchens and laundry rooms
- Symbols and abbreviations, plus an imperial to metric reference
Who it's for
- Architecture students yearning for sources beyond basic textbooks
- Homeowners searching for tips on how to remodel their house
- Contractors who want to improve their residential design knowledge
- Designers who need clear drawings to explain design decisions to clients
Questions
Is it a printed book?
No, it is a digital ebook in high quality print PDF format, so you can read it on screen or print it yourself.
Which language will I get?
The ebook is available in English and in Spanish. Choose your edition before checkout.
Does it use metric or imperial units?
Both. All dimensions are given in imperial and metric units.
Will I get future updates?
Yes, free future updates with new content and chapters are included.
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