Sense of Style, Colour and Space by Shannon Fricke, hardback by Murdoch Books. ISBN 978-1-7419-6202-4, price 18.99 from www.murdochbooks.com.au, available in the UK from www.murdochbooks.co.uk
Originally published in Australia, I thought this would be right up my street. However, I had problems making sense of the book at all. The publisher’s blurb claims it as an [...]
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Sense of Style by Shannon Frick
House Beautiful 500 Makeovers
House Beautiful 500 Makeovers, hardback published by Hearst Books in the USA. Available in the UK, ISBN 978-1-58816-694-4, price 14.99 from www.thegmcgroup.com
Subtitled ‘Great Ideas and Quick Changes’ this vibrant book will turn your house into a beautiful home. Find ideas for colour, furnishings, positioning and that magic touch to bring it all together. You could [...]
The Home Colours Sourcebook: Neutrals by Alice Buckley
The Home Colours Sourcebook: Neutrals by Alice Buckley, hardback, spiral bound published by Apple Press. ISBN 978-1-84543-274-4, price 12.99 from www.apple-press.com
As every designer knows, neutrals enhance space. They create tranquil areas. They are simple, unclutttered and can be enlivened with a splash of colour. A neutral background can remain unchanged whilst the splashes of colour can [...]
Porches, Decks and Patios by Rick Peters
Popular Mechanics Moneysmart Makeovers – Porches, Decks and Patios by Rick Peters, softback published by Hearst/Sterling in the USA. Available in the UK price 8.99, ISBn 978-1-58816-684-5 from www.thegmcgroup.com
This book gives great ideas for your outdoor space. It includes deck and porch styles and types and patio options. There is a chapter that discusses the [...]
Professional Painted Finishes by Ina Brosseau Marx et al
Professional Painted Finishes by Ina Brosseau et al, softback published by Watson-Guptill in the USA. Available in the UK, ISBN 978-0-8230-4419-1, price £17.99 from www.thegmcgroup.com
Learn the techniques of professionals to create realistic paint finishes. Select the right finish from more than fifty five glazing, marbling and grain effects. See how to recreate the effects of [...]