Successful Houses

By Oliver Coleman

Book Overview

Successful Houses is a book published in 1906 by Oliver Coleman. The book is a comprehensive guide to building and designing successful houses. It covers a wide range of topics related to the construction of houses, including the selection of building materials, the design of floor plans, the placement of windows and doors, and the use of color and decoration.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of house building. The first chapter discusses the importance of a good foundation and provides detailed instructions on how to build one. The second chapter covers the selection of building materials, including wood, brick, and stone.The third chapter is dedicated to the design of floor plans. It discusses the importance of a well-designed floor plan and provides examples of different types of floor plans, including open plans and traditional plans. The fourth chapter covers the placement of windows and doors, including their size and shape.The fifth chapter focuses on the use of color and decoration in house design. It provides tips on how to choose colors that complement each other and create a cohesive design. The sixth and final chapter covers the importance of maintenance and upkeep in keeping a house successful.Overall, Successful Houses is a valuable resource for anyone interested in building or designing a house. It provides practical advice and detailed instructions on all aspects of house building, from foundation to decoration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163892793
• ISBN13: 9781163892794
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"