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OverviewThe wonderful, timeless, practical, aesthetic value of stoneThis book will contain a brief history of how and why stone has been used in structures throughout the world. It discusses stonework projects for the home and how to create them, whether they are do-it-yourself projects or ones that require masons and contractors. It will include sketches and discussion on a wide range of possibilities, including freestanding walls, retaining walls, patios, steps, ponds, seats, firespaces, and sculpture. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Laurel SavillePublisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Imprint: Rockport Publishers Inc. Dimensions: Width: 28.00cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.662kg ISBN: 9781592533213ISBN 10: 1592533213 Pages: 160 Publication Date: 01 March 2008 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsSaville, Laurel. Outdoor Stonework The Timeless, Practical, and Aesthetic Value of Stone. Quarry: Quayside. 2008. c.160p. illus. ISBN 978-1-59253-321-3. pap. $24.99. DIY Saville's first DIY book abounds with inspirational pictures of cool walls, patios, walkways, pools, and other outside spaces delineated by stone structures. Included in the gallery are testimonials from proud homeowners showcasing fantastic stonework mostly (and tellingly) constructed by landscaping firms. - June, 2008 Library Journal Saville, Laurel. Outdoor Stonework : The Timeless, Practical, and Aesthetic Value of Stone. Quarry: Quayside. 2008. c.160p. illus. ISBN 978-1-59253-321-3. pap. $24.99. DIY Saville's first DIY book abounds with inspirational pictures of cool walls, patios, walkways, pools, and other outside spaces delineated by stone structures. Included in the gallery are testimonials from proud homeowners showcasing fantastic stonework mostly (and tellingly) constructed by landscaping firms. - June, 2008 Library Journal Author InformationLaurel Saville (Albany, NY) is a writer, whose essays, feature pieces, and short stories have been featured in Step Inside Design magazine, House Beautiful Home Remodeling and Decorating, Seven Days, and Ellipses. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |