Little changes within the home can actually make a big difference and whatever the scope of the project - small space or large, minor update or major overhaul - House Beautiful can help. The 500 professional-quality ideas found in this comprehensive, lavishly illustrated book are organised by basic design elements - balance, simplicity, impact, function, details and colour - that provide the foundation for any decorating project and an easy-to-understand roadmap to re-dos. Apply them to any aspect of a room, from the surfaces and furnishings to the soft touches and accents. A final chapter is devoted to Quick Fixes for when it's absolutely necessary to get the work done now. Hundreds of breathtaking photographs showcase it all. Fresh, bright and accessible, this book is filled with insider tips from today's top designers and bursting with real advice for real people.