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Housing by Lifestyle: The Component Method of Residential Design
Housing by Lifestyle The Component Method of Residential Design Author:James W. Wentling This volume is designed to give housing professionals--architects, builders, developers and interior designers--a fresh approach to using available technology to create more liveable, enjoyable residential space. And it provides prospective homebuyers and remodelers with a new perspective in choosing a home to harmonize with and augment their ch... more »osen lifestyle. The "Components" are those aspects of daily living that should be considered in making a house a home: Community (where the family interacts): the kitchen, breakfast, family room; the Privacy Component: master suite, secondary bedroom block, guest suite, den, library; Ceremonial areas: entry, living and dining rooms; Functional: garage, laundry, storage, basement, attic; and the Outdoor Component: rear and front yards, curb appeal, neighborhood context.« less