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Celebrate what’s beautiful about traditional style while breaking some of its rules: Take a page out of a designer’s book and add your own sense of relaxed whimsy and exuberant personality to create spaces that are versatile, original, and truly livable.

That’s designer Celerie Kemble’s philosophy in a nutshell. It’s all about blending a classic sensibility with a dose of irreverence and a dollop of humor to achieve a home that’s tasteful, eclectic, always evolving, and always welcoming.

Celerie takes you by the hand, gives you a detailed look at many of her signature interiors, and enthusiastically reassures you that, with the right information and attitude, you can overcome challenges and artfully achieve the ultimate design goal—a perfect blend of beauty and comfort.

From finding inspiration in childhood memories, current trends, and favorite belongings to working around real-life design dilemmas (such as a lack of space or light, or awkward floor plans) to selecting just the right furnishings (including rugs, lamps, and accessories), Celerie Kemble: To Your Taste infectiously proves that when making a beautiful home, the process is the best part.


About the Author

CELERIE KEMBLE is a principal in Kemble Interiors, a design firm started by her mother, renowned designer Mimi McMakin. Celerie is one of the most sought-after decorators, with designers like Tory Burch and Lela Rose turning to her for fresh home interior looks. She has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Elle Decor, Metropolitan Home, House Beautiful, and Domino.

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  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Clarkson Potter (November 4, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0307394425
  • ISBN-13: 978-0307394422
  • Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.2 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #112,481 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Readable, relatable, practical, January 3, 2009
Class bias ("Look to your parents' decorating style" - what, TV trays and laminate furniture?) notwithstanding, Celerie Kemble has written an eminently readable, relatable, and practical guide to beautiful design. From the general - create an interesting conversation between the pieces in a room - to the specific - side tables should be 2 inches below arm height - Kemble educates us and inspires us in equal parts. She's provided a guide to great rooms that helps a novice visually dissect the elements. I know what I like, but now I know how to recreate what I like in my own home. This book is a gem and a keeper for reference forever.
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars best guide out there, January 7, 2009
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rife with eloquent & entertaining prose, this decorating guide is just that...a guide. unlike many other decorating books, this one combines the inspiration of beautiful photography & the practicality of an explanation. if you're interested in finding a book that explains why designs work & why others don't...this is the book for you. of the many, many decorating books i own, this one is the absolute best.

if i could give it 6 stars, i would.
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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I Loved This Book!, December 2, 2008
I really enjoyed this book, not only for the great pictures and ideas, but text is really funny.

It sounds like Celerie is talking right to me and there are so many rooms to look at - many very different styles, so all kinds of inspiration and advice about practical issues.

My favorite was about hiding TV's because a few methods I hadn't seen before! Also, there are sections on pets and kids with pretty good advice. I can't believe one of her clients bought a sofa to match her dogs hair color but hey- looks like celerie has all sorts of different clients (and I like some spaces a lot more than others), but that flexibility is probably what makes her a good decorator and source for ideas!

Definitely buy this book!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource book
Really enjoyed the references from Celerie in this book. She lists questions that help determine how you use a space and how you then decorate the space. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
I bought this book for a friend for Christmas and just ordered a copy for myself. So many beautiful pix and ideas.
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