Synopses & Reviews
Renovation thatand#8217;s eco-friendlyand#133;AND economically smart
From Country Living contributing editor Randy Florke (Your House, Your Home) comes a gorgeous guide to decorating sustainably and inexpensively.and#160; Providing inspiration as well as instruction, Florke shows how everyone can achieve a look thatand#8217;s both harmonious with the environment and beautiful.and#160;
and#160;Color photographs show examples of rooms, all radiating country charm, created on a budget, and designed with the three and#147;Rand#8221;s in mind: restore, reuse, and repurpose. Florke clearly explains why going green is so important, how to use whatand#8217;s already there, find a focus for every space, and determine what makes something environmentally friendly.
Anyone hoping to transform a home from ordinary to extraordinary will find eco-friendly, thrifty, and stylish ideas. and#160;and#160;
With its emphasis on simplicity, thrift, and respect for historical integrity, Randy Florke calls his philosophy the "anti-keeping up with the Joneses.and#8221; and#160;Comfort, style, and economy are the bellwether elements of his approach to decorating.
Synopsis
Whether you're trying to make a tiny studio seem roomier, create a cozy cottage, or turn an unused alcove into something special, House Beautiful shows you how to think small . . . and create big. With simple strategies for establishing zones, tricking the eye, thinking vertically, choosing multipurpose furniture, and editing down, this inspirational guide helps bring beauty, comfort, and order to small spaces.and#160;and#160;
Synopsis
Lavishly illustrated and inspirational, this guide reveals the secrets to adding old-world charm and character to any home-even newly constructed houses. From heirloom furniture to classic window treatments, ideas abound for creating a beautiful rustic effect. Add simple architectural details such as crown molding. Or try paint techniques like crackling, mosaics, and staining to keep a new house from seeming too new. Gorgeous photographs show what's possible with a wide variety of homes.
About the Author
House Beautiful's belief is that and#8220;Everyone Has a Beautiful House in Them." As a leading authority on home design and decoration, the magazine reaches 6.3 million readers every monthand#8212;more than any other shelter magazine. House Beautiful helps readers achieve rooms that feel right, not just stylish; and living rooms, not showrooms. Inspired by the past, living in the present, and looking to the future, House Beautiful accompanies its readers on their quest to create the house of their dreams.