Showing how to convert unused space into living areas, this handbook inspiresand educates with hands-on details, planning advice, and doable projects. 100photos & 250 illustrations.

Offers tips on planning and design, and step-by-step instructions for converting your attic, garage or basement into an attractive living area

Learn how to add new rooms to your home without adding on. This book takes you through the entire remodeling process, from assessing the unfinished space and planning the project to framing new walls and installing trim. You'll find dozens of building projects that show, step-by-step, how to convert unused square footage into comfortable living space. Including plumbing a basement bathroom, adding forced-air ducts and installing a window in a gable wall. This book is aimed at consumer trends toward cocooning and working from home offices. Ideas and Projects for Expanding Your Living Space: Ideas.20 pages of design tips and color photos of successful finishing projects. Advice.Professional guidance for do-it-yourselfers of all skill levels. How-to.Step-by-step instructions for completing popular construction and remodeling projects. Projects.Including building a custom wet bar and installing a gas fireplace.

This book shows homeowners how to convert unfinished space in a basement or attic into comfortable, safe living areas. Contains more than 300 photos and illustrations and features step-by-step projects.