In this living room the choices of palate and form create a fresh take on classic style.Balancing clients’ desires, budgets, and tastes and ending up with elegant solutions is what separates a true design professional from the rest.Like many professions, it’s a lot more difficult than it first appears.
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Pretty Good House
For anyone interested in a sensible and cost-effective approach to designing and building a home that is comfortable, healthy, efficient, and durable, this book is a fantastic starting point (really, it may be all you need!).
Get Your House Right: Architectural Elements to Use & Avoid
If you are designing or remodeling a traditional home and want to make sure that you get all the finish details right, this book is for you. Marianne’s drawings are illustrative, covering every aspect of interior and exterior finishes.
Kitchens are one of the most important rooms in the house. It's where we pack in the most function and spend the most money, so you want something that's convenient and inspiring — this book will help you get there.
Interiors that are subtle in terms of colors and design will last an eternity without looking worn or outdated. Classic is a fine example in achieving such a concept that gets easily accepted by homeowners. Hence, it will be easier to sell the house in the future.
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Interiors that are subtle in terms of colors and design will last an eternity without looking worn or outdated. Classic is a fine example in achieving such a concept that gets easily accepted by homeowners. Hence, it will be easier to sell the house in the future.