Dinnertime should be a special time--whether it’s just family gathered together to share food and conversation or a full-scale formal party. And, with this lavishly illustrated House Beautiful salute to home cooking and gracious entertaining, every meal and every table will be extraordinary. The 130 mouthwatering recipes--shown on gorgeously designed spreads, with photos and serving ideas--include everything needed for a full supper: salads, soups, appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, and, of course, luscious desserts. Some make great weeknight dinners, including the Herb-Roasted Chicken--or dazzle guests with the fancier fare, such as Poached Filet of Beef with Watercress Sauce, on holidays and other important occasions. "Serving Style” features appear throughout the book, offering invaluable suggestions on tableware, flatware, linens, centerpieces, and other tabletop and serving accessories most appropriate for a recipe. They take into account the food’s colors and textures, as well as the season, menu theme, and any other details that convey a welcoming spirit and generous sense of hospitality.

Explore the latest trends in quality home building in this informative volume that anyone searching for new construction options will want to own. Filled with inspirational images, it deals with every step of the process, from start to gorgeous finish, in amazing detail: how to hire a team of professionals; choose an architectural style, exterior treatment, and roof; make a grand entrance with hallways and foyers; and design every area in the house, and outdoor spaces too. There’s plenty of information on layout basics, door and window placement, materials that look great and last long, and the hottest fashions in home design--including open plans. Numerous sidebars cover such crucial issues as how much professionals charge and building green.

A comprehensive guide to furnishing and decorating a house that provides practical advice and tips for every room and includes five hundred full-color photographs.

Treasured collections deserve special treatment & 'House Beautiful' reveals how to create breathtaking displays that feature your favourite things. Inspirational & practical, these colour photographs present an array of fabulous ideas for showcasing ceramics, glassware, photographs, summer hats, books, folk art & toys.