Design Happy

Colorful Homes for the Modern Family

Published by Gibbs Smith
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
LIST PRICE $29.99

About The Book

An accessible and inspiring guide full of creative ideas and practical lessons for designing happy, family-friendly spaces.

In her first book, interior designer Betsy Wentz shares 13 fabulous family homes. The book is really a practical design guide for anyone who may not want—or simply cannot afford—to hire an interior designer. The story of each home includes color studies, design lessons, and pro tips, plus plenty of practical advice for anyone who might face similar challenges. The featured homes are in the following locations:
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Sewickley Heights, Pennsylvania
  • Fox Chapel, Pennsylvania
  • Glen Osborne, Pennsylvania
  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Granville, Ohio
  • Boca Raton, Florida
  • Palm Beach, Florida
  • Blue Hill, Maine

About The Author

Product Details

  • Publisher: Gibbs Smith (February 21, 2023)
  • Length: 224 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781423661559

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Raves and Reviews

“Readers can learn much from Wentz's book ….”

– Chantal Walvoord, Library Journal

“I flip through a lot of home design books in this job. Frankly, most run together. Betsy Wentz’s ‘Design Happy’ stands out as the exception.”

– Marni Jameson, At Home

“The gorgeous spaces dazzle in their taste and variety, and smart tips describe how to apply Wentz’s design philosophy …. This will help readers take their home decor to the next level.”

– Publishers Weekly, STARRED

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