Cover has some wear; pages have slight wear; pages appear to be unmarked. ISBN 03760150200
Sunset Ideas for Remodeling Your Home is a vintage guide focused on creative, color-illustrated remodeling strategies for mid-century and older homes, emphasizing practical improvements over expensive expansions. Published by Sunset Books, the book offers step-by-step directions for structural changes and interior upgrades to transform existing spaces.
Key topics include:
--Space Optimization: Gaining square footage by adding on, rearranging existing layouts, and making small subdivision houses larger. --Exterior and Interior Updates: Ideas for exterior face-lifts, opening homes to outdoor living, and updating lighting or climate control. --Practical DIY: Tips for handymen, using alternative materials, and remodeling specific rooms like kitchens and bathrooms. --Special Features: Guidance on building window seats and implementing safety and security measures.
The content reflects the Mid-Century Modern sensibility of the era, aiming to help homeowners achieve a "gracious" look through functional, regional solutions rather than costly new construction.
