No Place Like Home : Tips and Techniques for Real Family-Friendly Home Design

by Saint-Onge, Stephen

• ISBN13: 9780470585771
• ISBN10: 0470585773
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-02-22
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Stylish and practical designs for real familiesFrom the many room makeovers he has done for magazines, newspapers, and television shows, designer Stephen Saint-Onge has a very real sense of what everyday families want and need from their homes. Unlike other decorating books on the market, his features products and projects that are accessible for everyday homeowners who are looking for stylish and practical designs.Now, his scores of fans will thrill for No Place Like Home. With home designs that are practical, budget-conscious, family-friendly, and beautiful, these inspiring projects mix traditional American style with modern comforts and convenience. Introduces creative tools and tricks that make a big impact on rooms Educates readers on various materials, furnishing, and accessories Stephen's style secrets for every room of the homeFull of creative advice, design tips, and renovation ideas, No Place Like Home shows real families how to create spaces that work in the real world.

Author Biography

STEPHEN SAINT-ONGE was named one of America's top fifteen designers under 40 by House Beautiful magazine. He reached millions of homeowners with his monthly column "House Calls" in Better Homes and Gardens magazine and on BHG.com, and has been featured extensively on television, including the Today show, Oprah, The View, CNN, The Early Show, Fox News, ESPN, and TLC. Visit his Web site and blog at www.stephensaint-onge.com.

Table of Contents

Introduction.

Part I: Getting Started.

Chapter 1: Beginning.

Chapter 2: Creative Tools.

Chapter 3: The Weekend Makeover.

Chapter 4: Redesign or Renovate?

Part II: Rooms of the House.

Chapter 5: Living Family Rooms.

Chapter 6: Everyday Kitchens.

Chapter 7: Dining In.

Chapter 8: Personal Sanctuary.

Chapter 9: Working from Home.

Chapter 10: Kids' Spaces.

My Favorite Resources.

In the End.

Acknowledgments.

Index.