Unlock the secrets to building high-quality, affordable homes with this thoroughly updated version of the classic Building an Affordable House. This comprehensive guide is perfect for builders, developers, and homeowners looking to maximize their construction or remodeling budget without sacrificing quality.
Whether you're building a new home or renovating an existing one, this book provides the tools and knowledge you need to achieve high-value, low-cost results. Transform your construction projects with strategies that balance marketability, quality, and affordability.
Key Features: - Cost-Saving Techniques: Discover insider methods used by top homebuilders to save thousands on construction costs.
- Budget-Friendly Design: Learn how to add curb appeal and functionality without breaking the bank.
- Sustainable Practices: Incorporate eco-friendly building techniques that benefit both the environment and your wallet.
- Step-by-Step Guidance: Detailed instructions on everything from foundations to finishes, ensuring you get the most value for your investment.
- Expert Insights: Benefit from the author's 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with practical tips and real-world examples.
It's a detailed roadmap that takes the speculation out of building and provides the builder with an elusive commodity in the construction industry: peace of mind. Plus, keeping sustainability at the forefront of building decisions isn't simply good for the environment--it's good for the homeowner's bottom line.
This second edition of Building an Affordable House provides an updated sensibility to the building decisions every homeowner must make in today's challenging construction environment, whether building a brand-new house or renovating one they love.
Pages Ruiz, Fernando: - Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Fernando Pagés Ruiz immigrated to the United States in 1970 and became a US citizen in 1984. Over a 30-carear in construction, he has become a dedicated proponent of building innovation in low cost housing. Pagés Ruiz speaks, writes and consults internationally on how to build high-quality, affordable and energy-efficient homes. A builder with 30 years of experience and an expert on how to cut costs and keep quality when building or remodeling, Pagés Ruiz is the author of two books published by the Taunton Press: Building an Affordable House: A high-value, low-cost approach to building (2005) and Affordable Remodel: How to get custom results on any budget (2007). As a builder, his projects have numerous award, including the 2008 "Green Building Single Family House of the Year" and the 2007 "Workforce Housing Award" from the National Association of Home Builders. In 2006, the Department of Housing and Urban Development's PATH project chose him to build America's first PATH Concept Home, a home that is affordable to purchase and to maintain, while meeting the criteria of LEED for Homes, ENERGY STAR, MASCO Environments for Living, and the NAHB's Green Building certifications.
