Guest Picks: Ring in the New Year with a Few Good (Decor) Books

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With the holiday hustle behind us, we can put our feet up and relax a little — finally. Spend a little "me" time with these great decor books. Who knows, you might get some good ideas and have a completely different house when the next holiday rolls around.
— Donna from A Perfect Gray
modern books by Simon & Schuster
Domino: The Book of Decorating - $25.60 »
This is the awesomeness that was Domino Magazine in a book. What could be better?
modern books by Rizzoli New York
Mary McDonald: Interiors - $55.00 »
This one has awesome interiors by that over-the-top "Million Dollar Decorator."
modern books by Anthropologie
Creative Walls: How to Display and Enjoy Your Treasured Collections - $29.95 »
Art walls are just the thing right now. Check out this book for lots of great ideas for displaying and hanging anything.
modern books by Rizzoli New York
Downtown Chic - $45.00 »
This book is full of edgy and fun interiors from that Novogratz team that knows no limits.
modern books by Random House
Lifting the Curtain on Design - $50.00 »
Peek into the world of Wolf and learn his design principles in this book.
modern books by Anthropologie
Design*Sponge At Home Exclusive Edition - $35.00 »
This book is packed with DIY how-to guides and home tours.
modern books by ABRAMS
by ABRAMS »
Bunny Williams' Scrapbook for Living - $60.00 »
In this book, the well-loved designer Bunny Williams explains how to add personal touches and flair to your home.
modern books by Rizzoli New York
Defining Luxury - $65.00 »
This is a fantastic inspirational book full of beautiful rooms.
modern books by Simon & Schuster
Thom Filicia Style - $28.00 »
Thom Filicia is full of personality and style — you can feel both on these pages.
contemporary books by DwellStudio
Undecorate by Christiane Lemieux - $40.00 »
This one teaches you to look at objects and art in a new way so that you can "undecorate."
modern books by Barnes & Noble
My Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living by Jonathan Adler - $34.99 »
Jonathan Adler's My Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living says it all in the title. Adler-ize your space, and make it fun, fun, fun!
eclectic books by Amazon
by Amazon »
The Perfectly Imperfect Home: How to Decorate and Live Well - $17.64 »
The founding editor-in-chief of Domino magazine, Deborah Needleman, helps us achieve stylish, relaxed comfort.
modern books by Barnes & Noble
Mark Hampton: An American Decorator - $60.00 »
This one is a comprehensive look at the work of one of America's most beloved designers, Mark Hampton.
modern books by Kathryn M. Ireland Shop
Creating a Home - $40.00 »
These rich and layered English-style interiors are a treat for the eyes.
modern books by Random House
The New Traditional by Darryl Carter - $45.00 »
This one shows restrained yet classic interiors, both elegant and mixed. Carter does it so well.
modern books by Alibris
by Alibris »
Metropolitan Home Design 100: the Last Word on Modern Interiors - $16.45 »
This book has all the wonderful modern interiors you could wish for.
modern books Lars Bolander's Scandinavian Design
Lars Bolander's Scandinavian Design - $40.00 »
When you're craving natural materials, a restrained hand and rooms filled with light, this book is the one for you.
contemporary books by Random House
Details by Lili Diallo - $40.00 »
Get expert tips from an interior stylist on using your own items to re-create your space.
traditional books by Barnes & Noble
Patina Style by Brooke and Steve Giannetti - $35.00 »
The name says it all; the Giannetti's use beautifully aged objects and furnishings to create warm and inviting interiors.

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Comments

Lisa Mende What a great list Donna! Some I have others I plan to acquire!
18 months ago ·
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