This book has practical ideas on everything from creating an inviting entry and driveway to lighting for mood and safety to designing the right foundation plantings.

"Foundation work is the down-and-dirty side of homebuilding. But those in the know understand that it is also the work upon which all other construction rests, making a good foundation critical to every home. Completely updated, [this book] is the definitive guide to laying a foundation that will not fail to support the home above it. This latest edition of this best-selling title surveys the basics of working with concrete, from forming an dpouring...

Presents instructions for building a variety of Craftsman-style pieces. Includes design tips and techniques for pieces in a variety of styles, including Stickley, Greene and Greene, and Mission.

Learn how to: Sand between coats for a flawless finish, Get great results with polyurethane, Apply a tabletop finish with a hand-rubbed feel, Accentuate carvings with color, Spray water-based finishes, Revive a worn finish.