A Decorator's Secrets by Warrender, Carolyn - 2000

New York: Abbeville Publishing Group. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 2000. First Edition. Hardcover. In this practical, straightforward guide to home decorating, a well known interior designer shares the surprisingly simple secrets to achieving an individual and professional look without spending a fortune. Experienced designer Carolyn Warrender comes to the rescue of perplexed novices with this thoughtfully planned course on interior decoration. It starts with a clear guide to understanding a room and she explains how the key elements of space, lighting and color form the basis of successful decorating. She gives an inspirational look at decorating materials available, and includes a master class that deconstructs twelve rooms, revealing exactly what makes each of the diverse styles work. Has a troubleshooting section for common problems like making a small room appear bigger, low ceilings, and improving a lack of good natural light. 132 pages, including an index and retail sources. Illustrated with 174 full color photos. The binding has a tiny bump at the top and a black spot at the bottom edges. The jacket has light wear at the corners and spine ends. 4to - 9 - 12" tall. .