Guy Spaces: A Guide to Defining a Man's Personal Space [Paperback]

Wayne Kalyn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2008

Everyone needs their own space to relax and unwind from the pressure of day-to-day life. This superbly illustrated volume focuses on those areas around the house that are traditionally men only - the garage, workshop, media and games room, BBQ, and - of course - the shed.For homeowners looking to make these spaces a little more stylish and habitable, "Guy Spaces" is the ultimate tool.This guide is packed with expert information on everything from creating the perfect garage or workshop to stylish storage systems, and from designing a luxury games and media room to getting the very best use from your shed. This is the ultimate guide to making the most from those traditionally 'men only' areas of the house.

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“...create an attractive, well organized, and liveable space for the man of the house....”

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Mar 2008

About the Author

Wayne Kalyn is a writer who specializes in the area of DIY and home improvement.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Creative Homeowner; 1st edition (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580113990
• ISBN-13: 978-1580113991
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #942,778 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Wayne Kalyn is a freelance writer and editor. Previously, he was Editorial Director of Health Books at Reader's Digest, as well as the Project Editor of 1001 Do-It-Yourself Hints and Tips (Reader's Digest Books). He was also the Senior Editor at Men's Journal Magazine. Wayne Kalyn is a graduate of Syracuse University. He lives in Cranford, NJ.

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5.0 out of 5 stars What especially appeals to male sensibilities when it comes to the interior designs, layouts, furnishings, and color choices, August 13, 2008

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This review is from: Guy Spaces: A Guide to Defining a Man's Personal Space (Paperback)

Whether it's genetic or cultural (and probably a mix of both), there are distinctive and easily recognizable differences between the kinds of interior designs favored by women as distinguished from those favored by men. "Guy Spaces: A Guide To Defining A Man's Personal Space" by Wayne Kalyn is a profusely illustrated compendium of examples of what especially appeals to male sensibilities when it comes to the interior designs, layouts, furnishings, and color choices for garages, workshops, media and game rooms, game courts and home gyms; grilling spaces (clearly the most male of domestic male domains!); sheds; bedrooms, bathrooms and storage. Enhanced with the inclusion of a Resources section, a Glossary, and an Index, "Guy Spaces is not only informed and informative, but occasionally inspired as it provides showcased examples of interior design concepts and ideas. "Guy Spaces" is an exceptional and specialized addition recommended for personal, professional, academic, and community library Interior Design reference collections and supplemental reading lists.