This book is very well written. It is filled with extremely practical design advice and beautiful photos. This is one of the most helpful design books I have read!

This is the most amazing, generous, honest book on Interior Decorating. As a retired graphic designer who is redirecting his creative abilities to Interior design, this book is the very best I've seen in years. This book is like having a lengthy, private conversation with a giant talent. Very elegant and readable. Design thoughts and ideas that are compatible for the average person and not just a wealthy client. My congratulations to Celerie kemble and associates who helped create this piece of art!

rife with eloquent & entertaining prose, this decorating guide is just that...a guide. unlike many other decorating books, this one combines the inspiration of beautiful photography & the practicality of an explanation. if you're interested in finding a book that explains why designs work & why others don't...this is the book for you. of the many, many decorating books i own, this one is the absolute best.

if i could give it 6 stars, i would.

I bought this book for a friend for Christmas and just ordered a copy for myself. So many beautiful pix and ideas.
kg
madison, nj

Class bias ("Look to your parents' decorating style" - what, TV trays and laminate furniture?) notwithstanding, Celerie Kemble has written an eminently readable, relatable, and practical guide to beautiful design. From the general - create an interesting conversation between the pieces in a room - to the specific - side tables should be 2 inches below arm height - Kemble educates us and inspires us in equal parts. She's provided a guide to great rooms that helps a novice visually dissect the elements. I know what I like, but now I know how to recreate what I like in my own home. This book is a gem and a keeper for reference forever.