Remodelista

Review
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Top Design Books of the Year, Washington Post

Best Books to Give as Gifts, RealSimple.com

Best Book of the Year in Home Improvement & Design,

Top 100 Books of the Year,

“With her artful marriage of style and practicality, Carlson shows us how to save money and space―and when it’s okay to
splurge.” ―Martha Stewart Living

“A lovely and extremely useful portfolio of houses, rooms and products, which will no doubt serve as an inspiration and
as a source book for would-be redecorators and remodelers. . . . Terrific.” ―The New York Times

“Ms. Carlson’s book translates [Remodelista.com’s] credo to print, showcasing relatable dwellings and decoding how they
work. It’s not stingy with practical advice, from how to deal with a contractor to strategies for sprucing up a
rental.” ?The Wall Street Journal

“This well-ordered, well-photographed book is packed with great ideas. . . . Carlson, editor in chief of the Web site,
used the book to highlight remodeling, redecorating and organizing, as well as budgeting. The 'Remodelista 100' at the
back of the book is like the Academy Awards of everyday household gear.” ―Washington Post

“Brimming with useful tips for decorating difficult spaces. . . . A smart primer for any would-be remodelista facing a
potentially daunting project.” ―ArchitecturalDigest.com

“The home-remodeling bible we’ve been waiting for.” ―Refinery29.com

, Dallas Morning News

“This well-ordered, well-photographed book is packed with great ideas. It includes detailed descriptions of a dozen cool
houses, with ideas on how to steal this look. There are thorough chapters on bathrooms and kitchens. . . . Carlson,
editor-in-chief of the website, used the book to highlight remodeling, redecorating, and organizing, as well as
budgeting. The Remodelista 100 at the back of the book is like the Academy Awards of everyday household gear.”

―Dallas Morning News

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About the Author
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Julie Carlson is the author of Remodelista: A Manual for the Considered Home and cofounder of inspirational home site
Remodelista.com. Previously, she worked at the Institute for Architecture and Urban Studies in New York before joining
the editorial staff of The New Yorker. A graduate of Brown University, Julie lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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