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Shelter

by Lloyd Kahn

Why it's on the shelf

Lloyd Kahn's visual survey of handmade homes worldwide. Inspiration for building with what's at hand.

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Author: Lloyd Kahn
Publisher: Shelter Publications
Edition: Second Edition edition
Edition year: 2000
ISBN-13: 9780936070117
Pages: 176
Skill level: Beginner
Format: large reference; paperback; 14.4 x 11 x 0.4 inches

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