About this item
From House Beautiful comes a worthy addition to any decorator's library--a stylish guide on making books a part of your home décor. Opening the pages of a book can instantly carry you off to another world. But did you realize that, open or closed, books can also make your real world--your home--more fabulous? As legendary designer Billy Baldwin pointed out, they're “the best decoration,” capable of bringing incredible warmth, color, and character to a room. From grand bookcases in home libraries to casual stacks artfully arrayed on chairs, House Beautiful presents countless eye-catching ideas for displaying and arranging your hardcovers, paperbacks, encyclopedias, and even valuable first editions. Useful tips shed light on how to organize a large collection; situate bookcases in the room for the best effect; and make the most of books' appealing visual and tactile qualities.
About the Author
The former Arts & Antiques Editor for Country Living magazine, Marie Proeller Hueston writes frequently about decorating, collecting, and lifestyle trends. Among her publishing credits are the books Country Living Weddings, Country Living Cottage Style, and House Beautiful Decorating with Books. She has also written two picture books for children, The All-American Jump & Jive Jig and Christmas Eve with Mrs. Claus, both using the name M.P. Hueston. Marie blogs about home-improvement topics for Bob Vila.com. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband, son, and daughter.
