Dream House Building

Have you found your dream home? In this bedtime story, Eva Longoria unfolds the inner feelings of a couple who tour the perfect house and imagine turning it into their dream home.

When I first set eyes on Westhill House with its breathtaking views of the sea, I knew Jack and I could make this our forever home. It may be falling apart with an overgrown garden, but we can repair this beautiful building and perhaps our relationship, too. But the more time I spend renovating our new house, the more time Jack is spending at work. At least Lori's here to keep me company. She has her own troubles, yet she always listens to mine. She’s helping to restore the house, uncovering its secrets one by one. Lori seems to know a lot about Westhill House. The question is, why?

When Stella Mouton inherits her grandmother's neglected three-story house, she can't afford to keep it or keep it up—unless she rents out the rooms. A witch, a waif, and a warrior woman are all welcome. The hot geology student is not.

If you're considering building a new house, you'll want to listen to this first! You're about to discover how to successfully navigate the planning, design, permitting, bidding, contract-signing, and construction process. This book was written by Two Licensed Architects, Mother and Daughter, with years of varied experience in Residential Construction on opposite sides of the Country. We will demystify the entire process, and help you become more comfortable with what's ahead in order to avoid common mistakes that can cost big bucks during construction.

Designing a tiny house doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive, or overwhelming. With the right planning, even the smallest footprint can become a comfortable, functional, and beautifully organized home.

"Never again," Richard La Plante promised after he and his new wife completed building their family home in East Hampton, New York. But he did not keep his promise. Instead he bought 20 acres of raw land on a mountaintop located three and a half thousand miles away in a small town that he had visited only by Internet...and the nightmare began.

Imagine you're excitedly sketching out ideas for your dream kitchen extension, but then you hit a wall of confusing building regulations. Or picture this: you're ready to start construction, but unexpected planning permission issues bring everything to a grinding halt. Or perhaps, you've chosen the perfect fixtures and finishes, only to discover your budget has been blown by unforeseen costs. It's not your fault; the modern world of home extensions is fraught with complex regulations and unexpected hurdles that can make even the most enthusiastic homeowner feel defeated.

Embark on a transformative journey with your go-to guide for turning the dream of building your home into a reality. Whether you're a first-time builder or an experienced DIY enthusiast, this comprehensive book is your indispensable companion through every phase of the construction process.