This volume presents amateur, anonymous snapshots of dogs from the turn of the century to the early 1950s in all kinds of ordinary and extraordinary settings. We see dogs under the Christmas table, on front porches, at play on the beach, and posed beside babies, we see a Chihuahua in a tea cup, and a Great Dane standing as tall as its owner.
Replacing the roof on your house is an achievable job that can be very rewarding: all you need is good information and a willingness to invest some sweat equity. BLACK+DECKER DIY Roofing gives you the information you need, from selecting and estimating roof coverings to tear-off, sheathing replacement, underlayment and water shield installation, roofing materials installation, and flashing. While a contractor's hardworking crew can replace an average asphalt shingle roof in a day or two, it will cost several thousand dollars. And your roof covering choices are rather limited. By doing the job yourself, you can pocket the savingsor even upgrade to an entirely new type of roof, like cedar shakes, standing seam metal, or fiber cement. With detailed step-by-step photos, you will see all of the most popular roof types installed the correct way, including: Asphalt shingles (three-tab and architectural) EPDM rubber membrane Metal Cedar shakes Clay and concrete tile Roll roofing Faux slate This guide also shows you how to install other elements of your roof system, including gutters, fascia, soffits, and vents. A handy repair section helps ensure that your work keeps your home well protected for as long as possible. Plus, a special section on working safely features all the tools and practices you'll need to stay secure working at heights.
Five hundred great works of art from all periods and regions in the world have been carefully selected and are arranged in chronological order, breaking through the usual geographical and cultural boundaries of art history to celebrate the vast range of human artistry.
This book offers an extensive exploration of groundbreaking contemporary architects, highlighting their unique designs and innovative approaches to architecture. It showcases a diverse range of styles and philosophies, providing insights into how these architects are reshaping the built environment. The survey not only emphasizes individual achievements but also examines the broader impact of their work on modern architecture and urban landscapes.
An accessible A-Z guide to the art of the 20th-century.
Presents brief descriptions of the contributions to fashion of five hundred designers, photographers, models, and celebrities
An exhilarating collection of today’s most remarkable homes built in awe-inspiring coastal locations around the world White-sand beaches, jaw-droppingly sheer cliff faces, and secret coves are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses featured in this celebration of incredible residences that exist in harmony with the extraordinary power of the ocean. With such unique residences as light-houses, homes built into rocky clifftops, and even rooms that are totally underwater, this inspirational collection includes spectacular homes across the globe including prime examples in countries across 6 continents, from Australia, Canada, Chile, Fiji, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Sweden, Tanzania, Thailand, to the UK and USA. In glorious color with dazzling images throughout, this book brings together the finest examples of residential coastal architecture from 47 of the world’s most revered architects, such as Elemental, Ryue Nishizawa, Pezo von Ellrichshausen, and Fearon Hay as well as a host of lesser-known creative studios. Each home featured is showcased by glorious exterior and interior photography, and each shares a profound connection to the raw and thrilling beauty of the sea and the shore line around it.
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Celebrate your love of all things The Office with 200 custom-crafted stickers inspired by your favorite Scranton, PA, workplace. Can’t get enough Michael Scott? Well, That’s What She Said. Now you can show off your die-hard obsession with everything Dunder Mifflin with original artwork inspired by The Office that you can stick all over your memos, sales reports and swivel chairs. From hardcore street slang like “Fluffy Fingers” and “Dinkin Flicka” to Schrute-inspired mantras like “Bears, Beets, Battlestar Galactica” and “Perfectanshlage” and unforgettable images like Michael’s World’s Best Boss mug and a coveted “Dundies” trophy, this collection of colorful stickers highlights the very best and funniest moments from The Office. With multiple sizes of each illustration, you’ll never run out of fun stickers to brighten up your belongings or share with your friends and coworkers. That’s What She Said is a must-have collector’s item or gift for any fan of one of the greatest comedy TV shows ever.