Fernando Pagés Ruiz​​

"This very practical book by Fernando Pages Ruiz shows all kinds of upgrades, from using a little paint to brighten an entrance way to converting a two-car garage into living space. There are lessons in everything: different kinds of stucco, ways to build a skylight, insulation, cabinet overhauls, crown molding and much more."

"Fernando Pages Ruiz believes high style shouldn't be limited to those with high incomes. His book "Affordable Remodel "helps homeowners add upgrades without breaking their budgets. Ruiz, a builder and remodeler for more than 30 years, targets his book toward do-it-yourselfers with more desire than dollars. He offers guidance on such topics as budgeting, space planning, construction basics and making affordable choices, and he provides ideas for high-end-looking improvements that can be made on the cheap well, relatively so. --Mary Beth Breckenridge,"

"An insider's view of the construction biz with a ton of anecdotes that will make you smarter and save money."

"One of the most comprehensive and thorough guides of its kind."

"This book gives you real life how to build a home for all folks in the home builders. Trades and employees should read and use this. Especially with our new labor force. Should go with every new hire."

"The book has many ideas helpful for builders, developers, and architects. It is a comprehensive review of various aspects of affordability; from site planning to construction methods."

"This is an amazingly comprehensive book for anyone interested in building an affordable house. In this period when affordable housing is so in demand - this should be in the hands of every homeowner and contractor interested in building an excellent and affordable house. The author is extremely knowledgeable and has years of first hand experience. I highly recommend this book."

"This book answers every question you could have with detailed descriptions, stellar photos, and way more. It should be required reading for all those who think affordable homes cannot be built! They can and Fernado shows you exactly how. His knowledge is encyclopedic and yours will be too after reading this book. For those in the affordable homebuilding world, this book is a must!"

"This new edition does a great job walking through examples of different housing types and also a great range of details for designing homes to be more cost-effective at every turn."