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| The House That Faux Built | 
 enlarge | Author: Adrienne Van Dooren
Publisher: East Cambridge Press
Category: Book
List Price: $34.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (22 reviews)
Sales Rank: 61851
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 2nd
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 144
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.2
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.8 x 0.6
ISBN: 0977896706
Dewey Decimal Number: 747
EAN: 9780977896707
ASIN: 0977896706
Publication Date: April 15, 2007
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| Customer Reviews:
 Not a "How To" Book... December 13, 2007
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
I purchased this book along with another it was paired with "Your Home a Living Canvas" by Curtis Heuser. I was looking for help in learning some basic faux techniques, as I am nearing the completion of a major home remodeling project. Unfortunately, though full of great decorative painting pics, there was absolutely no step by step information on how to achieve the same results, as suggested by the sub-title "transform your home from shabby to showplace." This was very dissapointing as the book is suggested to be a how to. Luckily, the other book paired with it was exactly what I was looking for. "Your Home..." is filled with inspiring decorating and beautiful paint finishing ideas, perfectly suited for the average do it yourself homeowner like my husband and I. If you are looking for just inspiration, "The House that Faux Built" will fulfill. If you are seeking both inspiration and easy to follow instruction, then "Your Home..." definitely delivers.
If you like looking & not doing November 15, 2007
5 out of 8 found this review helpful
If you like looking & not doing, this is the book for you. I purchased this book under the impression that it was a "how to" book on faux techniques. Not at all.The featured house is gorgeous as you would expect since it was all done by very talented people. But for those of us lacking in that aspect the inspiration isn't even close to attainable.
 The Power of Art and Authors October 31, 2007
2 out of 6 found this review helpful
The house that Faux Built takes a beautiful art form and applies it in a way that helps society. The techniques can be done by anyone--with or without an art background. It's simple, easy to understand instructions bring the ability to have a beautiful home to everyone, taking the issue of money out of the equation and replacing it with creativity and know-how. What a wonderful gift! The fact that it is all linked to charities is brilliant!
Wow...Beautiful AND economical! October 31, 2007
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
I got so many great, money saving ideas for my home as I paged through this beautiful book. The photographs are rich and detailed showcasing the dramatic turn-around in each room. Who would have thought that faux could look so terrific, especially now when home sellers need to differentiate their homes. Buy this book,implement it's suggestions and sell your home FAST!
Philanthropy at its finest! October 31, 2007
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Philanthropy, is the act of donating money, goods, time, or effort to support a charitable cause (wikipedia). Of all the ways Adrienne VanDooren could spend her time she chooses to give. Bringing together faux artists whose inspired creations define the "art" of giving. This project not only touched my heart, it opened my mind to the possibilites of bringing a house to life with faux. Thank you...
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