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  Everyone has a dream home. Whether they'll ever be able to realize that dream is another story, but it's a good bet that the ideal living space for many people came from the pages of a home design and decor magazine. Each month, these magazines offer examples and an education in the art of successful decoration. Take cues from these magazines and personalize them to create your own dream dwelling.
  
  

Architectural Digest

• This Conde Nast publication sets the standard for international design magazines. Each month, it features photo displays of the houses of the rich and famous, or wealthy individuals who have their living spaces displayed anonymously. Gather ideas from the world's finest designers and architects. Architectural Digest features a mix of contemporary and classic decor, so it has something for both devotees of the modern and antique. Each issue features design directories and top-flight real estate for sale around the globe.
  
  

Better Homes and Gardens

• Better Homes and Gardens gears itself for the middle-class homeowner, offering decorating and home improvement ideas that don't require a limitless pocketbook. Affordable is a word often found in its articles. It emphasizes simple solutions to home decor, which may include re-arranging furniture for a more pleasing look and getting rid of clutter.
  
  

Southern Living

• Those who appreciate Southern graciousness and style will find plenty of design and decorating ideas within the pages of this magazine. Holiday decorating, gardening, house plans and "idea houses" are regular features. Idea houses are just that--houses whose interiors and exteriors can give readers ideas about redecorating and improving their own domiciles. Readers get a room by room tour of these homes. Learn about the special qualities of southern homes, whether they're located in the Virginia hunt country, the Louisiana coast or cities like Savannah or Nashville.
  
  

House Beautiful

• The name says it all. This renowned magazine offers distinct decorating tips, such as paint and wallpaper advice, information on fabrics, organization, kitchen renovation and more. A top designer gives an opinion each month on decorating do's and don'ts. While it includes features on lovely homes, House Beautiful has more practical, hands-on advice for decorating than many competing publications.