
Homes and How to Make Them
Transforming Your Living Space: Practical Tips and Emotional BenefitsBy E. C. GardnerLength4h 26m
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In "Homes and How to Make Them," E. C. Gardner explores the profound connection between environment and well-being, offering a comprehensive guide that marries practical advice with a rich tapestry of architectural history. Utilizing a narrative style that is both engaging and informative, Gardner brings together the principles of design, sustainability, and personal expression, reflecting contemporary concerns about living spaces in an increasingly urbanized world. The book is imbued with a sense of creativity, encouraging readers to reconsider their relationship with their homes while drawing inspiration from diverse cultural practices and historical contexts. E. C. Gardner, an architect and design advocate, is renowned for his commitment to promoting sustainable living through thoughtful design. His own experiences within various communities have deeply influenced his perspective on how homes should serve not just functional purposes but also resonate emotionally with their inhabitants. Gardner's background in environmental studies merges seamlessly with his architectural expertise, empowering him to address the multifaceted nature of home-making in modern society. I highly recommend "Homes and How to Make Them" to anyone interested in home design, environmental sustainability, and the psychology of living spaces. Gardner's insightful analysis and practical guidance will inspire readers to cultivate spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also nurturing for the spirit.
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GenreOther
Length4 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 12, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
4OR
5IN LETTERS BETWEEN AN ARCHITECT AND A
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6FAMILY MAN SEEKING A HOME.
7From the Architect.
8EVERY MAN SHOULD HAVE A HOME.
9From John.
10A GRATEFUL CLIENT.
11From the Architect.
12THE BEAUTY OF TRUTH AND UTILITY.
13From John.
14PROFESSIONAL FOLLY.
15From the Architect.
16BUILDING-SITES AND FOUNDATION-WALLS.
17From John.
18GRAVEL-BANKS AND QUAGMIRES.
19From the Architect.
20NATURE'S BRICKS ARE BETTER THAN OURS.
21From John.
22THERE IS A SOFT SIDE EVEN TO A STONE WALL.
23From the Architect.
24A BROAD HOUSE IS BETTER THAN A HIGH ONE.
25From John.
26TROUT BROOKS ARE BETTER THAN STREET SEWERS.
27From the Architect.
28THE STRENGTH AND DURABILITY OF BRICK.
29From John.
30THE WEAKNESS AND SHAM OF BRICKWORK.
31From the Architect.
32SKILL DIGNIFIES THE MOST HUMBLE MATERIAL.
33From John.
34EVERY MAN TO HIS TRADE.
35From the Architect.
36THE COMING HOUSE WILL BE FAIR TO SEE AND MADE OF BRICK.
37From Mrs. John.
38DOMESTIC DISCIPLINE.
39From the Architect.
40GOOD TASTE IS NOT A FOE BUT A FRIEND TO ECONOMY.
41From John.
42OUR PICTURESQUE ANCESTORS.
43From the Architect.
44THE USE AND THE ABUSE OF WOOD.
45From John.
46A SURRENDER AND CHANGE OF BASE.
47From the Architect.
48HOSPITALITY AND SUNLIGHT.
49From Fred.
50UNPROFESSIONAL SAGACITY.