You can google image search for lots of pics that then link to articles...
Preferred for home backyard composting is the three bin 3ftx3ftx3ft like this. This looks identical to ours...found in this rather complete article,
http://www.finegardening.com/6-ways-make-great-compost
A cheaper and fast way to begin would be to get some chicken wire or hardware cloth and make a ring or two. Start the layering process right away and no building.
And yet another satisfying way is to get a worm bin. We have one of those as well and works quickly. I keep it in the garage all winter when temps dip below freezing. Lots of DIY methods but i just sprung for the three tier system. Worms do all the work.