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Description Candice Olson Everyday Elegance by Candice Olson Houghton Mifflin Harcourt | August 2013 | ISBN-10: 1118477472 | ePUB | 22.1 mb http://www.amazon.com/Candice-Olson-Everyday-Elegance/dp/1118477472 When you can’t move, you improve, and no one can help homeowners improve elegantly better than Candice Olson. Featuring two dozen gorgeous before-and-after room makeovers, Candice shows how to create grown-up living rooms and dining rooms that are both beautiful and practical enough for daily use. Even dark and tired basements become warm and inviting spaces for entertaining when Candice works her magic on them. The designs are inspirational but attainable, and Candice’s explanations of how each room took shape give readers lots of concrete tips and advice, regardless of budget. Each makeover includes Candice’s crystal-clear room sketches and materials boards so that homeowners can easily implement the same high-style elegance in their own spaces. About the Author Candice Olson is one of North America’s leading designers and most recognized media personalities. As designer and host of Divine Design with Candice Olson and Candice Tells All, she is a favorite with viewers on W Network in Canada and HGTV in the U.S. Each week she brings a wealth of design experience and an attitude that is smart, witty, and truly unique into over 115 million North American households. After earning her degree from the School of Interior Design at Ryerson University in Toronto, Candice launched an exciting commercial and residential design business. Considered “the one to watch” by The New York Times, Candice continued to receive accolades and media attention for her distinctive and exceptional work. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Living Rooms A Room with a View A little glitter and a lot of glam turn a stuffy, traditional high-rise living room into a modern sanctuary in the sky. Designed for Media and More Custom cabinetry defines function and character in a long, narrow living room. Radical Reinvention Cool metallics, black quartz, and splashes of red transform this dated living room in techno-licious style. A Well-Feathered Nest Flirty, feminine details and kid-friendly features warm a bare living room for a single mom and her toddler daughter. Start with the Art Bold color and mid-century modern furniture play off of a couple’s eclectic art collection. Metro Luxury Hand-me-downs and outdated style give way to chic sophistication and elegant entertaining. 2 Dining Rooms Family Matters A large, extended family can now feast in style and comfort, thanks to an elegant dining room makeover. Back in the Game Out with the hockey gear and sports equipment, in with a real dining room to seat 2 or 20! 3 Living-Dining Combinations Daycare Décor No More After four years as the kids’ playroom, this living room and dining room get reclaimed for adults. The Art of Conversation European-inspired character and hidden high-tech features transform a 1940s living and dining room. Command Performance With a glamorous makeover, a living room and dining room become special-occasion spaces for a music-loving family. Fun, Feminine, and Fabulous White paint and bright florals rescue a seaside living-dining room from its dark and gloomy men’s-club look. Family Central More storage and seating make this crowded 1930s living-dining room comfortable for large family gatherings. From Bland to Beautiful After 20 years of safe and boring beige-on-beige, a living room tries on a little color. Urban Country Oasis A massive granite fireplace and a gorgeous view are the keys to this dramatic makeover. Modern Vision A 1950s living-dining room overlooking a golf course goes from bubblegum pink to urban hip. World-Class View Blending traditional furnishings into a contemporary, two-story penthouse creates a dramatic new dream home for a globe-trotting couple. Striking a Balance A back-to-the-studs renovation leads to a happy marriage of her modern tastes and his rustic style. Global Inspiration A century-old living room and dining room go from dark, cramped, and dated to bright, colorful, and welcoming. Renovation to the Rescue Tearing down walls adds space, light, and room for neighborhood parties 4 Family Rooms and Great Rooms Way Above Par Rich color and comfy furniture turn an outdated living room into the perfect space for hosting a crowd. Celebration Central A fabulous, festive makeover readies this family room for feasts and family gatherings. Multifunctional Meets Maxi-Comfortable Not one but two “wowee” walls make this great room modern, cozy, and inviting. 5 Loft Living A Place to Call Home Custom built-ins and personal touches turn a small loft into a beautiful, multifunctional refuge for a young professional. Lofty Ideas Soaring ceilings and huge windows set the stage for a stylish transformation 6 Basements (Yes, Basements!) The Cure for Disco Fever It’s “Good-bye, disco, hello, dazzling!” as this dark, dated basement dances to a whole new tune. Party Perfect A shabby 1960s basement gets a fast and fabulous update that’s easy on the wallet. Glitzy, Glittery, and Glam-Fabulous A beige, bland, toy-filled basement becomes a chic space for adults, with play space for the kids. Sharing Widget |
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