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Book SynopsisWhy do we care so much about our homes? When did this societal phenomenon begin? Entire stores and cable channels are dedicated to the remodeling of one's home-proof that our homes are more than just walls, windows, and floors. Our homes exemplify who we are. Start with the "why" rather than the "how" when remodeling and your home will become your haven. You will experience more joy, fulfillment, and the contentment you seek.
Table of ContentsDedication Introduction Chapter 1: Why Design Psychology? Chapter 2: What Design Psychology is Not Chapter 3: Why Feeling is So Important to Design Chapter 4: A Brief Historical Tour of Design Psychology Chapter 5: Design Psychology Ages and Stages Chapter 6: No Need to Break the Budget Chapter 7: Design Psychology the Celebrity Chapter 8: There's No Place Like Home Chapter 9: Losing a Home in a Disaster Chapter 10: Know Yourself Chapter 11: Design Psychology "F" Words Chapter 12: Getting Trendy Chapter 13: Lessons in Appreciation Chapter 14: Quick Fix Tips Chapter 15: House Lust: The Model Home Syndrome Chapter 16: Organize to Downsize Chapter 17: Get Down to Work Chapter 18: The Many Shades of Color Therapy Chapter 19: Scent: The Nose Knows Chapter 20: Light the Way Chapter 21: The Other Senses in Design Psychology Chapter 22: Get Inspired Chapter 23: The Natural World Chapter 24: The Power of Biomimicry Chapter 25: Creating Privacy in Homes Chapter 26: Design Psychology and Special Populations and Needs Chapter 27: Let Your Heart Lead the Way to Your Haven Chapter 28: Starting Your Own Business Chapter 29: Interior Design Camp for Everyone Chapter 30: A Design Psychology Recap and Review Conclusion Resources and References Glossary About the Author: Kelli Ellis Acknowledgements Stay in Touch Worksheets
