A visually sumptuous idea book, showcasing an eclectic array of interior design possibilities using salvaged goods. Following up on her celebrated first Salvage Secrets book, which Fine Homebuilding called “An invaluable first step in the salvage-for-design journey,” here salvage design guru Joanne Palmisano takes readers further, exploring a wealth of smaller-scale interior design and decor concepts. Bottle caps turned into a kitchen backsplash, old bed springs reinvented as candle holders, and a recycled shipping container-turned-guesthouse are just a few examples of the innovative repurposing of second-hand items that readers will discover. From retro and modern to classic, “cottage,” and urban chic, Palmisano takes readers on a sumptuous visual journey featuring unique salvage ideas in an eclectic array of styles, for every room in the house—kitchens and dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, living rooms and dens, and entryways and outdoor areas. The journey continues with a sampling of cutting-edge retail spaces, hotels, cafes, and boutiques across the country that incorporate salvage into their designs, such as Industrie Denim in San Francisco, Stowe Mountain Lodge in Stowe, Vermont, and Rejuvenation in Portland. Profiles of thirteen “salvage success stories” are also included, showcasing the imaginative designs of creative homeowners. And lastly, fourteen easy, do-it-yourself projects are included at the back of the book (with step-by-step instructions), not to mention a comprehensive “Where to Find Salvage” resource section. Packed with over 350 color photos, Salvage Secrets Design & Decor offers a trove of salvage ideas to inspire, proving that you need look no further than your local rebuild center, architectural salvage shop, or flea market to transform your living space. Susan Teare Photography Book: Salvage Secrets Design & Décor Kitchen Design: Jane Coslick

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Designed by Natalie Myers of Veneer Designs. Photography by Amy Bartlam.
Inspiration for a mid-century modern l-shaped gray floor kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Our client’s love of books directed much of the use of the wall space in the entry and living room. The books provide areas of color and visual interest against the newly painted accent wall in Silken Blue by Benjamin Moore.

Rett Peek
Example of an eclectic wooden wood railing staircase design in Little Rock

Mike Kelley
Mid-sized trendy entry hall photo in Los Angeles with beige walls and a glass front door

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Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor living room remodel in Salt Lake City with a metal fireplace

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Lisa Petrole
Example of a large trendy single-wall marble floor kitchen pantry design in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, an undermount sink, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

We love the surprise element of an open and spacious bookshelf at the side of the island. This would be one of the things that would catch the attention of people walking into the kitchen. Photo credits: Fauzi Anuar of www.zeeandmarina.com

Example of a mid-sized classic kitchen pantry design in San Diego with open cabinets and white cabinets

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Melissa Fitzge
Farmhouse medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and an island