Description
Home Planning and Building Guide by André Grobbelaar is a comprehensive South African guide to planning and building a home. Written by Grobbelaar, a master builder and trained architect, the book covers the technical aspects of home construction, as well as the practical considerations and problems involved in planning and setting up a home.
The book combines practical building information with the author’s architectural and artistic experience. It includes beautiful illustrated examples of classical and modern house styles, with numerous colour plates featuring Grobbelaar’s own architectural drawings and paintings. The illustrations provide examples of different approaches to home design and complement the technical information throughout the book.
A useful reference for home builders, homeowners, architecture enthusiasts and readers interested in South African residential architecture, house planning and construction.
