Your space, made simple Recipes for approachable, affordable, and sustainable interior design

Magidson gives a behind-the-scenes look at interior design from a professional decorator's perspective. Her method is logical and simple. She asks readers to first list their daily habits and then shape their spaces around them. The book provides multiple realistic scenarios, or recipes, as the author calls them, for every room in a house. Each type of room gets its own chapter. Abundant motivational photos are incorporated throughout, and the book's helpful diagrams are visual treats. The author includes thoughtful considerations around social justice, cultural appropriation, and accessibility. There is a strong emphasis on sustainability and the reduce/reuse/recycle concept, but even basic remodels or design projects can be pricey, so the book's suggestions might be more aspirational than realistic for some readers. VERDICT This book would be a great selection for a library with a well-used design section. Best for new homeowners and readers looking to redecorate, but the visual details could attract a variety of creative people.--Jenny Shonk