A lavishly illustrated encyclopedia of home design ideas and techniques explains how to transform every room in the house to suit a family's lifestyle, taste, and budget, discussing the fundamental principles of design and offering detailed instructions in color selection, wallpapering, laying ceramic tiles, replacing flooring, and more. 50,000 first printing.Provides ideas, illustrations and step-by-step instructions for choosing tools and materials, creating room plans, painting and decorating rooms, painting and wallpapering, building storage spaces, and adding finishing touches.