Your Space, Made Simple

Create a beautiful, functional home with approachable interior design guidance that is affordable, sustainable, and easy to follow.

Your Space, Made Simple is a practical interior design guide for beginners who want a well-designed home but aren’t sure where to start. Designer Ariel Magidson offers simple room “recipes” for choosing home decor, arranging furniture, solving common layout challenges, and creating spaces that support everyday life—all without overspending.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Simple room-by-room guidance: Learn what furniture and decor you need, where to place it, and how to bring each space together.
  
• Solutions for tricky layouts: Work confidently with awkward corners, unusual windows, and other common design challenges.
  
• Affordable, sustainable ideas: Find tips for sourcing well-made pieces and creating a stylish home with less waste.
  
• Design that fits real life: Identify your household’s needs and create functional spaces that make daily routines easier.
  
• Inspiration within reach: Gain the confidence to shop for decor, refresh an existing room, or settle into a new home.
  

Written by Ariel Magidson, founder of the Bay Area interior design studio Ariel Arts, this accessible guide makes professional design principles realistic for any home and budget.

With its practical advice and beautiful presentation, Your Space, Made Simple stands out among decorating books as both a useful resource and an inspiring coffee table book. It also makes a thoughtful housewarming gift for new homeowners, renters, newlyweds, or anyone who loves interior design and home decor.

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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