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Interior design is difficult enough without the added stress of doing it on a budget. Renowned design expert and guru of low-cost, high-style design Frank Fontana is HGTV's go-to guy for chic makeovers on a dime. In a witty, conversational tone, Fontana shares his techniques, breaking down the process, room by room, project by project, and divulges his secret tips and tricks on how to create high-style homes the low-cost way. Frank analyzes several beautiful homes, disects the individual design components of each room and applies his "Look for Less" principle to help the reader build their own look on a budget. The book also includes advice and DIY projects that are accessible and doable for readers with varying skill levels as well as how to be a savvy shopper when shopping for home decor items or furniture.

Frank Fontana is the host and lead designer for one of US HGTV's longest-running, top-rated design shows, Design on a Dime, and is regularly featured on NBC's The Today Show. Fontana is a featured columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times' "Home & Style" section. He is also a contributing expert to design-related publications and media outlets nationwide including USA Today's "Life" section, Washington Post's "Home & Garden" section, Home & Style Magazine and Time Out: Chicago. Fontana was the underdog winner of ABC's 2004 Martha Stewart-themed reality competition "The Great Domestic Showdown," He launched his television career from there. He lives in Chicago.