Small Bungalows

by Christian Gladu

Overview

Small Bungalows is a compact guide to getting started on building a new Arts and Crafts home that fits today's modern lifestyle-all under 1,800 square feet. Author Christian Gladu shares valuable information on choosing a plot of land, following green building principles, staying true to the principles of Arts and Crafts style, plus incorporating modern necessities into this classic home style. Also included are photographs, illustrations, and home plans to get you started; plus a comprehensive resource section that makes it easy to gather the right information.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781423613916
Publisher:	Smith, Gibbs Publisher
Publication date:	03/21/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Christian Gladi is the owner of The Bungalow Company in Bend, Orgeon. His phiosophy and plans have been feautered in Country Living, American Bungalow, Oregon Home, and on Home and Garden television. Gladu also co-authored The New Bungalow. He lives in Bend, Oregon.

Ross Chandler—is a profession photographer and dedication to this project; the photographs complete the story and have taught us a new way to view the work.

Read an Excerpt

Creating buildings in harmony with nature and place begins with taking time to understand your site. In the fast-paced world of building, it is easy to overlook what attributes the site has and to view them as obstacles.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 6

Introduction 7

The Land 8

Bungalow Interior 14

Greening the Bungalow 55

Bungalow Exterior 56

Lighting 69

Build What You Want 70

Small Bungalow Plans-Illustrated 71

Resources 108