The Serene Home: Decorating Secrets & Inspirations

By Eileen Cannon Paulin

Book Overview

Take a pictorial tour through seven houses, each soothing to the eye and soul, and with a unique approach to design. Boxed Serene Secrets suggest simple, quick techniques for transforming rooms; close-ups focus on the small details; and easy-to-make projects. Simple redecorating solutions for creating calm, soothing home environments. Publishers Weekly.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1402704038
• ISBN13: 9781402704031
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Sterling/Chapelle
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.3" x 0.8" x 10.3"

Customer Reviews

Okay to be me

What I enjoyed most about this book is the insight that it gave into the lives and homes of real people. The author insists that each person should spend time exploring what they like personally, and developing decor around it. Home is where the heart is, and this book gives each of us inspiration to follow our hearts.

Serenity is as individual as you are

I loved the book because it gave me permission to follow my own instinct. There is a great deal of versatility to what works for each person. It's apparent from the assortment of homes - from small cottages to a beautiful chateau that no matter what the size of your home, each individual should follow their own style. Thank you for affirming my choices in decorating by knowing that I have surrounded myself with what makes ME feel serene!

Completely disagree with Rebbeca Smith - Loved It ! :)

This book is filled with warm and inviting ideas. I liked the different styles and types of homes that were featured. There were many ideas I think can be used in any home. It's refreshing to see that a house does not have to be pretentious to be featured in a book - several were quaint cottages. I liked the author's assertion that serenity is whatever makes you feel happy and content in your own home.

Practical as well as Beautiful

The Serene Home was a treat to read. The pictures are lovely and all the tips and hints were especially helpful. This is one of the best decorating books that I have seen in a long time. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to accomplish a serene feeling in any room.

Beautiful Ideas for Real People

I loved the way the book showed real homes of real people and what they did to make their own home special. Several of the houses are the homes of families with children, and they still look great. Practical ideas. I think this book offers something for everyone who likes a warm style.