Great Reads: Winter 2012

Great Reads Business of Design by Keith Granet

Hers offers hundreds of stylish ways for creating rooms that celebrate the beauty and comfort of feminine design. And because a woman’s style doesn’t always mean frills and lace, Hers includes modern interpretations of the feminine classics: stripes in place of florals, hot pink shoes displayed like works of art, or a retro red-and-black color scheme with pop accessories.

Along with hundreds of enchanting photographs, Hers features plenty of ideas for personalizing and enjoying a space; hints on how to make a space sexy, special, and inviting; guidance on being prepared to entertain guests at a moment’s notice; new ideas for organizing and displaying collections; and even tips for beautifying a work area so it encourages creativity and not stress. Hers, scheduled for release in mid-December, offers endless inspiration and ideas.

Great Reads Hers By Jacqueline Demontravel

For the past 30 years, consultant Keith Granet has played an instrumental role in helping design professionals turn their passion into profit. In his book, Business of Design, he debunks the myth that entrepreneurial sense and creative talent are mutually exclusive, and offers a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to finding success.

The book provides information about all of the necessary tools: billing,human resources, branding, project management, marketing and licensing,all in one easy-to-use guide. The Business of Design offers a vibrant and enticing look at the business side of design practice, all in an approachable and accessible format.