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Restoring a Home in Italy: Twenty-Two Home Owners Realize Their Dream

by Simon McBride, Elizabeth Minchilli
₱935.55 Now ₱688.05 Save 26%
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Restoring a Home in Italy: Twenty-Two Home Owners Realize Their Dream
Restoring a Home in Italy: Twenty-Two Home Owners Realize Their Dream

Italian home restoration dreams realized vividly.

If you're charmed by the Italian landscape and culture, and perhaps fantasize about owning a piece of it, "Restoring a Home in Italy" is a portal to that dream. It's not just about the beauty of architecture; it's the personal stories, the practical tips, and the cultural nuances that make it an engaging read. Turn its pages and be inspired by the trials, triumphs, and the art of making an Italian house a home.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Restoring a Home in Italy: Twenty-Two Home Owners Realize Their Dream

by Simon McBride, Elizabeth Minchilli
₱935.55 Now ₱688.05 Save 26%
Compare to estimated retail price: ₱3,478.95 PHP  

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ISBN: 9781579651725
Authors: Simon McBride, Elizabeth Minchilli
Publisher: Artisan
Date of Publication: 2001-11-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Art, Personal Development, Travel
Related Topics: How To, Travelogue, Personal Development, Art and Photography, Design
Goodreads rating: 4.33
(rated by 39 readers)

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This breathtakingly photographed volume offers an inside, and outside, look at twenty-two lovingly restored homes, labors of love by people whose passion for Italy just couldn't be ignored. Owners and designers share anecdotes about their experiences with local artisans, vendors, and bureaucracy, while offering real-world advice on the tactics of restoring a house in a foreign country. Whether the plan is to embark on a complete redesign, begin a restoration, or just move in and let the house evolve on its own, home owners and dreamers alike will value the information and thrill to the dream of Restoring a Home in Italy. This is a book at once lush and beautiful, and invaluably practical.
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Italian home restoration dreams realized vividly.

If you're charmed by the Italian landscape and culture, and perhaps fantasize about owning a piece of it, "Restoring a Home in Italy" is a portal to that dream. It's not just about the beauty of architecture; it's the personal stories, the practical tips, and the cultural nuances that make it an engaging read. Turn its pages and be inspired by the trials, triumphs, and the art of making an Italian house a home.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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If you're the artsy type with a sweet tooth, "Dress Your Cupcake" is the kitchen companion you didn't know you needed. Joanna Farrow takes cupcakes beyond the bake, transforming them into small canvases for your imagination and taste buds. Perfect for making any occasion extra special, this book doesn't just share recipes— it invites you to play with your food, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike.
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Buckingham Palace: A Royal Garden

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Massive Change
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