ADUs offer homeowners opportunities to host family and friends, add studio or office space, or generate passive income through a long-term rental on their existing property. Combine these practical benefits with broad and preferential rezoning in many municipalities throughout the US, and ADUs are one of the biggest developments in housing.

Written by award-winning architecture and design writer Lydia Lee, this thoughtful exploration of ADUs answers many of the questions that arise when thinking about investing in an ADU. From design strategies and challenges to understanding zoning regulations to financing and material selection, this title covers the need-to-know basics on ADUs in addition to presenting expert advice from architects, builders, and homeowners.

Accompanying this information are extensive looks at 15 carefully designed ADUs from the US and Canada, complete with showstopping photos, floor plans, and informative text boxes. Readers will learn unique perspectives from each project, including green building solutions, practical architectural solutions to optimize limited space, and the pitfalls homeowners encountered and resolved.

Content includes

- insights shared by architects and ADU owners from 15 projects in the US and Canada;
- floor plans and high-end interior and exterior project photography;
- discussion of prefabricated materials, green building, and storage solutions; and
- a primer on zoning, financing, building, and more.

With so many possibilities and opportunities for ADUs, this book is ideal for homeowners, architects, interior designers, builders, and developers.

Most homeowners are uninformed and ill-prepared for big-ticket remodels. The knowledge they do have often comes from reality-TV home makeover shows that gloss over the ingredients essential to success. This book by a construction management pro gives homeowners increased confidence in making remodeling decisions, and peace of mind. Learn the six biggest mistakes people make when building a remodeling dream team, painless ways to shave the budget, what to do when your contractor isn't listening, and where to find financing. In the coming years, home remodeling activity is projected to accelerate, maintaining a growth rate above its long-term trend, according to Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies. Use the guide's exercises and checklists to help you develop and articulate your remodeling goals, make decisions that align with your vision, and manage details, relationships, and budget.

Embark on a thrilling journey through the superlative recorded canon of one of the world's most legendary heavy-metal bands.
Music journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate and scholarly look into the life and times of Iron Maiden. From their humble beginnings in the dingy clubs of East London to headlining arenas and festivals worldwide, the band's story is one of resilience, creativity, and unrelenting dedication to remaining prolific and vital in the present day. Dive deep into their music, stage performances, and the iconic figure of Eddie, their undead mascot. Readers will discover the stories behind all their albums--such as Killers, The Number of the Beast, and Powerslave, through to their most recent, Senjutsu (and all solo releases). Anchored by the author's 1995-2024 interviews with all band members, this book is framed most pertinently as an analysis of each Iron Maiden album, one per chapter, every song discussed musically and at the literary end, along with the album covers and the finer points of the recording process. All told, Hallowed by Their Name is the most voluminous and career-spanning reference-level book on Iron Maiden ever written and is a must-read for any music enthusiast, a tribute to the indomitable spirit of Iron Maiden, and a celebration of the band's enduring six-decade legacy in the realm of heavy metal.

Akagi and Kaga were the second and third aircraft carriers to enter service with the Imperial Japanese Navy. Akagi was initially laid down as a battle cruiser, and Kaga as a battleship; both hulls were converted into aircraft carriers during the 1920s. The two ships played key roles in most of the early engagements of the Pacific War, and both were sunk at the Battle of Midway.

This is the illustrated history of both ships, including a historical synopsis, full technical description, and more than 100 photographs and diagrams. Naval historians Lars Ahlberg and Hans Lengerer have established themselves as experts on and specialists in the warships of the Imperial Japanese Navy during WWII. Their work is differentiated by being primarily driven by the utilization of Japanese-language primary source material.

Known for his ability to construct a signature mix of design elements, Foley draws on 30-plus years of experience to share how beautiful, effective design decisions can help you live well in your home. Foley focuses on tailoring spaces to suit clients' needs while curating a blend of meaningful items and combining classic and contemporary styles.

- Go room by room through your home, learning helpful tips for decorating the entry, living room, dining room, bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen.
- Additional sections offer guidance on selecting light fixtures, incorporating accessories, budgeting for your project, and drawing design inspiration from your travels.
- A special Before & After chapter illustrates how Foley's techniques can be used to create stunning, fairy-tale-worthy transformations in real-life residences.

Offering advice that is both inspirational and practical, Foley explores how design can help you create the life you want to live.

This book covers complete delineations of all the major transits - conjunction, sextile, square, trine and opposition - that occur between transiting Sun, Moon and all planets to each planet in the natal chart and the Ascendant and Midheaven, as well as complete delineations of each planet transiting each house of the natal chart. These 720 lucid delineations are full of insight for both the professional astrologer and the beginner.

For the past twenty-five years, the people along the Massachusetts-Rhode Island border have known about the Bridgewater Triangle and the odd things that occur there. But for centuries before that, the Triangle has been a haven for the unexplained, with sightings of weird animals, UFOs, ghosts, and unmarked, strange government vehicles. Now, for the first time, the full light of research is brought to this understudied aspect of the Triangle, including the examination of classic hauntings as well as urban legends told for years as true stories. Learn about the ghosts of Profile and Anawan Rocks in Freetown, the spirits haunting the hospital of the insane in Taunton, the eerie cemeteries in Fairhaven, Attleboro, and Fall River, and many more scary sites. Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island can finally be exposed as one of the most haunted areas of New England.

Magnum photographer Patrick Zachmann was on the scene when the disastrous fire erupted in Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral on the evening of April 15, 2019. At the time he did not yet know that he would continue to document the events at the cathedral over the months that followed.


Eventually, he clambered along scaffolding and up and down steep stairs, and he would, from atop an aerial work platform, discover hitherto unknown aspects of Notre-Dame, its new silhouette, and the artistic gems that survived.
Zachmann was granted privileged access to the worksite early on, and from the very first weeks after the disaster, he takes us along on one of the most exciting construction sites in the world. He also provides us with a deep dive into history and invites us on a captivating and moving visit to a building that has been torn apart and for which scientists and craftspeople alike are caring, motivated to breathe new life into it.
Throughout these pages, his photographs document an extraordinary human adventure, and his diary entries shed an intimate light on the experience.
In addition, cathedral historian Olivier de Châlus provides the historical context, both to elucidate the mysteries surrounding the medieval construction site and to illuminate the paradoxes regarding the building's restoration.
This beautiful book is a genuine ode to a monument rich in symbolism and secrets.

The brand with the crown is recognized worldwide as an invaluable sports implement and luxury product. In little more than one hundred years, it has become one of the most successful and innovative watch brands on the planet. From the beginning, the sponsorship of statesmen, movie stars, and athletes has driven its success, but the company has expanded to include more than just the rich and famous. Rolex manufactures more than a half a million wristwatches per year while maintaining an outstanding reputation and near-perfect quality. The Rolex Oyster became the first watch to defy the elements when, in 1927, Mercedes Gleitze wore one while she swam the English Channel. In 1933, the company patented the first automatic winding mechanism.

The Rolex Story

Browse images and historical and technical details of the most reliable Rolex models, including the Submariner, Cosmograph, and Yachtmaster, which divers, auto-racers, and boat captains trust for their precision and durability.Includes updated reports written about new Rolex ideas and performance tests featured in the German watch magazine Armbanduhren (Wristwatch) from the past 15 years.Features more than 185 color photographs.Plus a price guide!

This book is a complete and comprehensive guide for Rolex collectors and anyone interested in the history and manufacture of the watch with the crown.

Perfect for anyone looking to up their cocktail game, The Bar(c)art Book is the only guide you need to get started creating your favorite drinks for family and friends.

This handy how-to Page includes:
- easy-to-follow instructions for classic cocktails as well as some of the author's own recipes
- original illustrations that showcase each drink as a masterpiece
- information on the bar tools and glassware you need
- chapters spotlighting vodka, gin, rum, tequila, bourbon, and sparkling wine
- a full chapter on mocktails
- anecdotal field notes that provide helpful hints, fun facts, and entertaining tips steeped in southern hospitality

Fun design and special treatments combine with smart advice to make The Bar(c)art Book a chic and informative addition to anyone's bar cart, cocktail table, or home library. This is the perfect addition for those who like The Art of Mixology.

In a groundbreaking project turned into a national touring exhibition, endangered-language speaker, poet, and photojournalist B. A. Van Sise worked with endangered-language speakers, learners, and revitalizers across three years and an entire continent to showcase some of the natural beauties of their languages and lands, highlighting, in particular, American diversity and its many Indigenous communities.

Augmented by nine contributors from diverse cultural groups, On the National Language is a journey into both the challenges and opportunities faced by revitalization efforts, as well as a testament to the beauty and poetry of these many languages themselves.

Enter this deliciously vintage universe of 500 patterns and add a touch of nostalgia to your stitchwork.

• Re-create designs from 1800s and 1900s fashion houses and milliners' catalogs.
• Take your cross stitch on a bon voyage into the past with traveling motifs like trunk labels of exotic destinations and railroad advertising posters.
• Other sections of patterns feature tea and coffee motifs, and daily life in vintage terms.
• Many of the designs include multiple scenes and motifs, offering you hundreds of components to use in a myriad of ways.

Throughout, be inspired by mood boards of completed motifs, along with photos of projects that will show off your creations in daily life.

Seals, sea stacks, whales, and whitewater--Oregon has 360 miles of some of the most untamed coastline in the world. From north to south, more than 30 fine-art photographers capture its best attributes and outdoor activities. Sumptuous images include the towering sea stacks at Cannon Beach and Bandon Beach, sandstone formations at Shore Acres, the giant sinkhole Thor's Well, and barking sea lions at Gold Beach, where the wild Rogue River meets the sea. Containing rarely seen remote views, this collection is perfect for anyone anticipating a trip to the Oregon coast or remembering a past visit.

This comprehensive guide will help dyers to become more accomplished at their craft through an increased understanding of the process.

• Photos of more than 450 samples demonstrate the results of actual dye tests, and detailed information covers every aspect of natural dyeing including theory, fibers, mordants, dyes, printing, organic indigo vats, finishing, and the evaluation of dye fastness.
• Special techniques of printing and discharging indigo are featured as well.
• The book is intended for dyers and printers who wish to more completely understand the why and the how, while ensuring safe and sustainable practices.

Written by a textile engineer and chemist (Boutrup) and a textile artist and practitioner (Ellis), its detailed and tested recipes for every process, including charts and comparisons, make it the ideal resource for dyers with all levels of experience.

A battleship of the Pennsylvania class, USS Arizona is most famous for her disastrous loss, along with over 1,000 of her men, during the surprise attack at Pearl Harbor.

Armed with 12 14-inch guns, and numerous smaller weapons, Arizona was one of the most powerful warships in the world when commissioned in 1917.

This volume illustrates the modifications and improvements made to the ship during her service, and her subsequent loss and partial salvage. Today the battleship remains on the bottom of Pearl Harbor, spanned by a memorial to the sacrifice of her men.

Through carefully researched archival documents and photographs, author David Doyle has constructed a pictorial history of this warship and the men who crewed her, featuring more than 300 photographs.

The Squarzi Archive presents a visual journey into the extensive American vintage collection of Alessandro Squarzi, a distinguished Italian design icon and world-renowned fashion influencer. Collecting rare and valuable garments from overseas, Squarzi shares this inestimable treasure for the first time. The collection spans military to workwear, athletic garments to western wear.

Key Features:

• Global Influence: Explore rare and valuable garments collected by Alessandro Squarzi from various overseas locations in the '80s, showcasing the global impact on American vintage fashion.

• Decades of Inspiration: Gain insight into how pieces within the collection not only represent the '80s but span styles from the '20s to the '80s, acting as a comprehensive reflection of fashion evolution throughout the past century.

• Sartorial Routine: Delve into the intricacies of Squarzi's creative process and daily routine, highlighting his penchant for crafting impeccable American heritage outfits with a distinctive Italian touch.

• Equestrian Elegance: Witness the unique blend of style as Squarzi effortlessly transitions from vintage Porsche rides along the Rimini riviera to the elegant equestrian realm, showcasing a diverse range of fashion expressions.

This narrative goes beyond a mere collection, providing a comprehensive look into Squarzi's creative process and the enduring fusion of American vintage with an Italian flair.

For more than 110 years, Alfa Romeo has set the standard for elegant, sophisticated, and racy Italian automobiles. The first Alfa Romeo, the Tipo 24HP, rolled off the line in 1910 and paved the way for such classic and well-known models as the Tipo 33 Stradale, Guilia, Giulietta, Alfasud, Alfetta, and Stelvio--Alfa Romeo's first SUV. And this comprehensive book covers them all and much more.

Automotive writer and Alfa Romeo buff Christian Schön celebrates the 110th anniversary of Alfa Romeo by taking a deep dive into the people, places, races, and especially the cars that are part of Alfa Romeo's rich history and heritage. The book includes

- a thorough timeline of all the important events and milestones in Alfa Romeo's 110-year history, 1910-2020;
- special sections on Alfa Romeo's auto designs, engines, technology, concept cars, factories, and advertising, as well as the Alfa Romeo Museum in Milan and the key personnel responsible for Alfa Romeo's rise to the top;
- an in-depth look at Alfa Romeo's racing history, including five world championship titles, a dozen European championships, 11 victories in the legendary Mille Miglia endurance race, and a victory in the German Touring Car Championship (DTM); and
- exciting behind the scenes stories and more than 350 color and black-and-white images.

Anyone with a passion for Alfa Romeo--or automotive history, design, and racing in general--will find excitement in these pages. The book is a must-have for any automotive library.

Narrow bands woven in colorful patterns are a centuries-old part of Baltic craft tradition. The double-slotted heddle makes patterned band weaving quicker to learn and easier to do, and this is the first book that offers beginners instructions for using it. The craft doesn't involve bulky equipment--all you need can be stored in a shoebox Learn how to weave these beautiful bands step by step, from the simple 5 pattern threads to the more complex 7 and 9 patterns. Color photographs illustrate the instructions for learning to weave. More than 140 patterns are included, along with principles for planning your own unique designs for contemporary uses such as straps, belts, bracelets, and even handfasting bands. The breathtaking range of colorful bands woven in Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Norway are explored and offer additional inspiration.

16 stress-free menus (with recipes) and beautiful tablescapes, all with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flowers, for effortless seasonal and occasion entertaining, from popular food and lifestyle blogger Jessie-Sierra Ross

For those who cherish gathering around a beautifully set table with family and friends any time of year, Seasons Around the Table offers 100 recipes over 16 streamlined and versatile menus from beverages to dessert, paired with lush tablescape ideas and visuals, for traditional celebrations throughout the year, like Mother's Day Brunch, Build a Bouquet Baby Shower, and a Thanksgiving Feast, along with novel celebrations that can quickly become a host's new favorite annual gathering tradition, like a Summer Solstice Garden Party and Fall Harvest.

Food and lifestyle blogger Jessie-Sierra Ross aims to take the stress out of entertaining with her step-by-step instructions for each recipe and tablescape, freeing hosts to experience the joy of spending time together. Guests will marvel as they gather around tables adorned with garden-inspired fresh, seasonal blooms and colors before sitting down to enjoy a full menu infused with seasonally inspired ingredients. Mix and match recipes, which include gluten-free and vegan options, and tablescape themes and colors throughout each season or across seasons, to create your own unique holiday or celebration event. Sample recipes include

Blueberry Goat Cheese Salad with Creamy Basil Dressing (Mother's Day Brunch menu); Sweet Nectarine Cake with Whipped Vanilla Buttercream Frosting (Build a Bouquet Baby Shower menu); Seared Ahi Tuna with Lime and Herb Gremolata, Green Grapes, and a Honey-Lime Vinaigrette (Summer Solstice Garden Party menu); Apple Orange Bourbon Sour with Allspice Simple Syrup (Fall Harvest menu); and more.

Arranged by season, and with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flowers, Seasons Around the Table affords hosts an illustrated guide to memorable, stress-free gatherings throughout the year that brim with the essence of hospitality.