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The Essential House Book: Getting Back to Basics

by Terence Conran
$11.90 Now $9.90 Save 17%
The Essential House Book: Getting Back to Basics
The Essential House Book: Getting Back to Basics

Comprehensive guide to creating a tranquil home.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the clutter and complexity of modern living, "The Essential House Book" could be the breath of fresh air you need. This book dives deep into the principles of minimalism and simplicity, offering practical advice on how to pare down to the essentials. It's not just about aesthetics—though the visuals are inspiring—but about creating a living space that brings peace and order to your hectic life. Whether you're looking to renovate or just reorganize, this book could be your blueprint for a serene sanctuary.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Essential House Book: Getting Back to Basics

by Terence Conran
$11.90 Now $9.90 Save 17%
ISBN: 9780517882313
Authors: Terence Conran
Publisher: Three Rivers Press
Date of Publication: 1994-10-18
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art
Related Topics: Design, Architecture
Goodreads rating: 4.03
(rated by 73 readers)

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Marrying practical living with attractive home design ideas, Sir Terence Conran offers a big, beautiful compendium of expert solutions for today's house or apartment dweller. His vision is an all-new, commonsense approach to making the place you call home a place where you can feel both comfortable and in style. Includes complete instructions and practical information.
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Comprehensive guide to creating a tranquil home.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the clutter and complexity of modern living, "The Essential House Book" could be the breath of fresh air you need. This book dives deep into the principles of minimalism and simplicity, offering practical advice on how to pare down to the essentials. It's not just about aesthetics—though the visuals are inspiring—but about creating a living space that brings peace and order to your hectic life. Whether you're looking to renovate or just reorganize, this book could be your blueprint for a serene sanctuary.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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