Contains more then 600 step-by-step photos and illustrations to help you choose and build shelves, cabinets, window seats, and other classics. Room-by-room Guides | see how built-ins can enhance a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and home office. Revealing Illustrations | Paired with photos, these illustrations show you the basic structures that lie beneath the surfaces of built-ins. Do-it-yourself-Projects| From a simple alcove shelf to an easy-to-build window seat, browse projects suitable for home carpenters of all skill levels. The Details You Need | Instructions on tool use, safety, and woodworking techniques, plus buying tips for lumber and hardware. Built-ins do more than beautify a home--they are one of the few amenities that can add value. Built-ins are also efficient space savers, providing needed storage without consuming as much precious floor space as freestanding pieces of furniture. Read Less