Design Sense: A Guide to Getting the Most from Your Interior Design Investment

"Blair's chatty, witty writing style is as entertaining as it is informative for people considering a decorating project."—Better Homes & Gardens Decorating

"Whether you're planning a design project or are just finishing one, this book provides encouragement and help for saving money and getting high-quality work as well as for putting in personalized touches."—Better Homes & Gardens Window & Wall Ideas

"Immensely useful for novice home planners."—Publisher's Weekly

Here is the total interior design guide—with everything you need in order to plan, buy, create, and care for all of the elements of a great home. Written by Linda Blair, one of the nation's top interior design experts, Design Sense trains you in the fundamentals of good interior design, providing you with valuable skills that will enable you to make sound design choices—and avoid costly mistakes.

You'll find invaluable advice on:

• Walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors
• Color, pattern, and fabrics
• Hard and soft furnishings
• Lighting, accessories, painting and photographic displays
• Home office and entertainment technology, ergonomics, maintenance, and more

Plus:

• Over 100 stunning photographs, including 24 pages of full color
• Blairstyle Tips—simple, surefire guidelines for every style and budget