6 Steps to Design on a Dime

by HGTV, Amber D. Barz, Vicki L. Ingham (Editor)

Six easy-to-understand steps give homeowners the confidence to transform ho-hum rooms into spaces that are stylish, functional, and fun.Readers learn how to combine all six elements to create a successful decorating scheme.Follows Design on a Dime’s successful format of cost-saving, do-it-yourself techniques, and creative makeovers—all with a budget of $1,000.Includes biographies and quotes from the two original teams in Los Angeles including Lee Snijders (host and designer), Summer Baltzer, and Charles Burbridge; Kristan Cunningham (host and designer), Spencer Anderson, and Dave Sheinkopf.

Genres: Home Improvement, Nonfiction

191 pages, Paperback

First published January 10, 2006

Reviews

[Megalion · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still early in the reading journey targeted at buying a house. This is the first one I read that was about design/decor and it was a nice way to start. Most of the time I don't find appealing things but I found several in this book so I was happy.

it's mostly pictures but enough narrative to explain the thought process in the design. This was useful because it helps to see how to "think".

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great ideas on how to use what you already have in a better way. Ways to implement more style, what to look for in a room. Great photos, before/after pics always helpful to me.

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great ideas, a bit dated but inspirational.

[Kailyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this book was very interesting and I learned a lot from it! I liked the pictures of the rooms and the little side projects.

[Barb · Rating 2 out of 5]

Seemed dated and very hot-glueish. Kinda like the show was.