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The forever home : classic, clever design to help you put down roots / Mikel Welch ; principal photography by Erin Austen Abbott ; [foreword by Shea McGee] ; [foreword by Drew Barrymore].

Welch, Mikel, (author.). Abbott, Erin Austen, (photographer.). McGee, Shea, (writer of foreword.). Barrymore, Drew, (writer of foreword.).

Summary:

"A stunning design book for new homeowners, lifelong renters, and anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by what color to paint their walls or which fabric shades to buy, helping readers make classic design choices, maximize their budget, and ultimately create a breathtaking home that will outlast trends and stand the test of time. We often hear the term "forever home" and think of an imaginary last place we want to live, splurging on fantastical details to pass down through generations. While that image may be true, a forever home can also be a space (whether that be a home or an apartment) where you put down roots, make lasting memories, and feel completely at home. In Forever Home, Mikel Welch takes the stress out of decorating, walking readers through approachable design principles to help them create homes they can love for as long as they want. Many have invested their savings into purchasing their home, or have high rental payments, so realistic budgeting is front of mind in Forever Home as Mikel shows how to make every dollar go as far as possible-exploring the art of illusion; the art of making things look very expensive without spending a lot of money. The book also features a variety of home styles and real forever homes, speaking to a diverse audience of readers, whether they love traditional style, midcentury modern, or contemporary décor. Forever Home inspires and guides readers on how to design their "forever" homes using classic, timeless design, how to make informed decisions on the décor details, and when to splurge and where to save when shopping for pieces that will last a lifetime. This book is for the renters, the children moving back in with their parents, the first-time homeowners, the short stay dwellers, the dreamers of the one-day home, and those which have already found their forever home"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780593796931
  • ISBN: 0593796934
  • Physical Description: 271 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: New York : Clarkson Potter/Publishers, [2025]

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Foreword by Shea McGee -- Foreword by Drew Barrymore -- Introduction: my forever home journey -- Space and style planning -- Set the mood -- Find color balance -- Emphasize the details -- Pick the right furnishings.
Subject:
Interior decoration > Human factors.
Art.
Design.
Do-it-yourself work.
Genre:
Informational works.
Illustrated works.

Available copies

  • 10 of 12 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.

Holds

  • 1 current hold with 12 total copies.
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Jacksonville Main Library 747.88 WEL (Text) 36015000775649 Adult Nonfiction Available -

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