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From Library Journal With more appliances in the kitchen, the increase in home entertainment centers and offices, and the popularity of collecting, no wonder there is a shortage of space in homes today. These books provide solutions for where to fit more things without having to add a room. Better Homes and Gardens, with photographs and captions, points out 301 ideas for creative storage alternatives in every room of the house. House Beautiful looks at the high-end of storage with polished, professionally styled interiors and their storage solutions. Better Homes and Gardens is recommended for public libraries because the explanations are more accessible to the amateur; however, professional and design school collections will want the House Beautiful book as well. Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Not what I expected -- I thought this would be a book on novel ways to stash your stuff. It was... but I was looking for ideas on cool containers and other low-budget ways to fit more storage space in my one-bedroom apartment. It instead is a book on good ideas (with great photos) if you're already tearing out a wall in your house, as in great for long term construction plans, but not so helpful for those with a more transient, non-house-owning lifestyle. If I had my own house, I would have given 4 stars. Apartment dwellers, look elsewhere.
Great for Australian Home Owners Too -- As an Australian Home Renovator I'm always a little concerned about how relevant an American book will be to me. This book gave me no such concern. I initially brought the book for some general storage ideas. What impressed me were the fantastic photo's of solutions that not only help control clutter but also add great design features to my home. I especially like the transformation of an old built in wardrobe (or closet) into a tiny library. A fantastic, attractive solution for my book storing dilemma! Also easily achieved in the small space of a 2 bedroom apartment where some rooms have duel duties.
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Plenty of Bang for the Buck - Like most of the BH&G decorating books, I've found this one to be an exceptional value. Every page has full color photos and interresting ideas for making the most out of a small amount of space. The book centers around a "new traditional" or "eclectic" style, but most ideas could probably be adapted to fit any decorating style. Includes a page titled, "Style and Your Television" - I don't know anybody that couldn't use some help there! This book would probably be most helpful for those either considering remodeling or construction, or those with some carpentry skills, but there are some great ideas for construction-free storage also. Worth the money!