Shares practical design tips and inspirational behind-the-scenes stories from "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," counseling readers on how to evaluate their houses from a fresh perspective and implement lasting improvements.

Includes index.

Prep work -- How to plan for a makeover -- finding your own style -- Color scheming -- Inspiration -- Sleeping spaces -- Sudden impact -- Inspired by art -- High contrast -- Lighting the way -- Luxury and elegance -- Natural elements -- Recycling -- Rooms to grow in -- Girls just wanna have fun -- Living spaces -- Go with the flow -- Entirely entertaining -- In neutral gear -- The everything room -- Working spaces -- Clean & simple -- Supersize me -- Industrial revolution -- Oh, and one more thing ...