Phoebe Howard, known affectionately as Mrs. Howard to her clients, has a penchant for creating stylish spaces, which has evolved into her own critically acclaimed brand of interior design. Mrs. Howard€s first book features several of her largest design projects and addresses the most common decorating issues and questions her clients and customers ask. The book€s design projects are organized by theme: Inviting, Inspiring, Timeless, Graceful, Tranquil, Casual, and Comfortable€"all words that have been used to describe Mrs. Howard€s work and ones that illustrate the many different ways she strives to make her houses look and feel.
Cowritten with well-known Southern writer Susan Sully, this gorgeous book epitomizes the grace and elegance of Southern interior design.
Praise for The Joy of Decorating:
"Mrs. Howard, as she€s known to fans of her eponymous store, peppers the book with tips for achieving a romantic, delicate look without being twee or overly saccharine. It€s the perfect title for those looking to design rooms that are soft and practical." €"Veranda magazine
"A handsome new book . . . due out next month. Howard, FYI, is one Phoebe Howard in real life, a self-made decorator known for elegantly traditional, genteel Southern rooms like this one." €"Dallas Morning News
 "Guaranteed to inspire your own imagination." €"Atlanta magazine