Why do some interiors feel harmonious, place where you feel comfortable to relax or to entertain? you don't necessarily need to hire a professional interior designer to create the kind of place where you want to live. This book provides basic rules and principles of interior design, the skeleton on which to build a succesfull scheme and an enjoyable living space. The ten areas outlined give direction and inspiration to those starting a scheme from scratch or reinventing an existing space. This practical guide also includes tips from international designers and useful checklists of questions to ask yourself before you embark on redesigning your space.This book is for students of interior design, decorators, anyone looking for guidance in decorating and furnishing their home.