Synopses & Reviews
Become a citizen of Shed Nation!
With hardworking advice from Popular Mechanics on designing, building, and customizing a shed for any yard, this is the ultimate inspirational handbook for every homeowner.
There are innovative plans for building several sheds, each with a different practical use, as well as contributions from Popular Mechanics readers who share their own designs.
The sheds include:
- Small Is Beautiful: A 6 x 8 shed with solid framing, plywood sheathing, and cedar siding. Its big enough to hold a variety of tools, but wont dominate the backyard.
- The Groundskeeper: This 9 x 13 shed with a spacious layout and a crisp, no-frills design is ideal for the beginning DIYer.
- The Big Red Shed: This handsome shed is a multi-purposers dream; a 10 x 12 tool shed combined with an 8 x 10 open bay thats great for firewood or tractors.
- Classic Colonial: A stylish, multipurpose garden shed with decorative trim and architectural accents. Includes a 12 x 12 general storage space, 4 x 12 potting area, and a small loft for seasonal storage.
- The Greenhouse: Complete instructions on purchasing a kit greenhouse in a variety of sizes (7 x 9, 8 x 16, or larger) allows for a big-league growing season.
For additional motivation, beautiful photographs present a wide variety of sheds, from tree houses to eco-friendly buildings
Review
andldquo;In her previous work Shed Chic, Coulthard examined the various structures and functions of sheds, which are used for so much more than storing gardening equipment. Her focus here is on the interiors, showing styles ranging from plain and simple to country, many of which rely on flea market finds in the decor. She provides an overview of each style with suggested furnishings and decorative accessories. Rounding out the information is a detailed look at individual sheds sharing the ownersandrsquo; ideas on decoration and their use as guest cottages, artist spaces, offices, etc. The book concludes with a review of the various options for walls, flooring, heating and power, fabric, furniture, and storage, including a few projects that require simple DIY skills. VERDICT The variety of styles shown in more than 250 color photographs and the advice on how to make a compact space feel spacious will be useful to anyone searching for home-decorating ideas.andrdquo; andmdash;Library Journal
Synopsis
Become a citizen of
Shed Nation With hardworking advice from Popular Mechanics on designing, building, and customizing a shed for any yard, this is the ultimate inspirational handbook for every homeowner.
There areinnovative plans for building several sheds, each with a different practical use, as well as contributions from
Popular Mechanics readers who share their own designs.
The sheds include:
-
Small Is Beautiful: A 6 x 8 shed with solid framing, plywood sheathing, and cedar siding. It s big enough to hold a variety of tools, but won t dominate the backyard.
- The Groundskeeper This 9 x 13 shed with a spacious layout and a crisp, no-frills design is ideal for the beginning DIYer.
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The Big Red Shed This handsome shed is a multi-purposer s dream; a 10 x 12 tool shed combined with an 8 x 10 open bay that s great for firewood or tractors.
- Classic Colonial: A stylish, multipurpose garden shed with decorative trim and architectural accents. Includes a 12 x 12 general storage space, 4 x 12 potting area, and a small loft for seasonal storage.
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The Greenhouse Complete instructions on purchasing a kit greenhouse in a variety of sizes (7 x 9, 8 x 16, or larger) allows for a big-league growing season.
For additional motivation, beautiful photographs present a wide variety of sheds, from tree houses to eco-friendly buildings
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Synopsis
From potting sheds to old summerhouses ripe for a makeover, Shed Decor reveals how simple it can be to transform an outdoor building into a private oasis for work, play, or relaxation. Whether you want a rustic hideaway or an urban den, a andldquo;salvage chicandrdquo; office or a quirky creative hub, youand#39;ll find hundreds of quick, inexpensive, and clever ideas to design an inviting room.
Synopsis
In need of a place to work, play, or relax? A shedand#39;s the perfect solution! Small in space and investment, it easily fits in a backyard or gardenand#160;and, as this inspirational design guide shows, can also be beautiful. From seemingly unpromising potting sheds to tired old summerhouses ripe for a makeover, Shed Decor reveals how the right combination of colors, fabrics, furniture, and accessories can transform an outdoor building. Whether you want a rustic hideaway or an urban den, a andldquo;salvage chicandrdquo; office or a quirky creative hub, youand#39;ll find hundreds of quick, inexpensive, and clever ideas to design an inviting room.
About the Author
Sally Coulthard has written extensively about home dand#233;cor and outdoor living. After studying Archaeology at Oxford University, Sally channeled her love of old buildings and gardens into her career. Find out more at sallycoulthard.co.uk.