Ever walked into a room and thought, 'This could be so much better,' but the idea of hiring a designer or blowing your budget stops you cold? I've been there, staring at blank walls and mismatched furniture, dreaming of that cozy, pulled-together look you see on Instagram.
That's where Beautiful Living comes in. Valerie Darden, the brains behind Brexton Cole Interiors, spills her modern-traditional magic in this hardcover guide. She takes you through your home in the perfect order—starting at the entryway, hitting living rooms, bathrooms, even kids' zones—so you renovate smart, not scattered.
Flip through gorgeous photos of her client projects and her own spaces. It's like a visual tour that sparks ideas for your own setup. No vague inspiration here; Valerie gets into the details that make a difference.
The Style Guide section is gold. You'll find diagrams and charts breaking down rug sizes, lighting heights, paint picks, wallpaper vibes, and mixing metals or patterns without chaos. Wondering renovation costs or how to make a tiny room feel huge? She's got charts for that, plus her go-to stores for affordable finds.
Part three feels like chatting with Valerie over coffee. She tackles FAQs from clients and social followers—real talk on everything from budget breakdowns to personalizing your style. It's her design philosophy, unfiltered.
Grab this book, and suddenly redesigning feels doable. Picture curling up in a living room that welcomes you home, or an entryway that wows guests, all reflecting your life. Whether you're a first-time homeowner or tweaking forever-spaces, Beautiful Living hands you the roadmap to a home that's stylish, budget-friendly, and yours.
Ready to turn those Pinterest boards into reality? Start here.
