The Art of Home: A Designer Guide to Creating an Elevated Yet Approachable Home

The Art of Home: A Designer Guide to Creating an Elevated Yet Approachable Home

by Shea McGee

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409 pages~6.8 hr readPublished by Harper HorizonPublished 2023-09-12

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Perfect for you if...

  • You want your home to look intentional and polished but don't know where to start or think you lack the design gene.
  • You watch Dream Home Makeover and actually want to apply what you see to your own spaces.
  • You're willing to learn a process rather than just copy Pinterest boards.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You prefer maximalist or eclectic design and find 'elevated yet approachable' code for beige minimalism.
  • You're looking for quick DIY hacks or budget renovations; this is about thoughtful design principles, not shortcuts.
  • You're skeptical of celebrity design books and want prose-heavy design criticism rather than visual inspiration paired with personal stories.

About this book

Shea McGee presents a design book covering how to create elevated yet approachable interiors throughout the home. Through her design business Studio McGee and online presence, McGee has demonstrated how high-end design principles can be applied to any space. The book guides readers through each room of the house, beginning with an explanation of McGee's design process. It covers entryways, living rooms, kitchens, offices, kids' rooms, and utility rooms. Each section includes step-by-step guides, examples from McGee's own design projects, and personal stories intended to help readers transform their living spaces. McGee explores how to design rooms for maximum impact while keeping them approachable and welcoming. The book combines functional design guidance with visual inspiration.

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