Meridith Baer

A richly photographed exploration of Meridith Baer's pioneering interior design career, revealing the philosophy behind her inviting, sophisticated spaces shaped by decades of experience and her celebrated aesthetic

Meridith Baer is widely recognized as the founder of the home staging industry, a talented designer who has revolutionized the way homes are presented and sold. Through her company, Meridith Baer Home, she has transformed thousands of houses nationwide with her team of expert designers and stylists. Her impressive roster of celebrity clients, including Beyonce, Brad Pitt, Kylie Jenner, Meryl Streep, and Julia Roberts, underscores the prestige and reach of her work. In this highly anticipated book, Baer offers readers a rare look behind the scenes of her wideranging projects while providing practical advice for making the most of every room in your own home. She introduces solutions to common design problems ranging from furniture placement and determining color schemes to living with art, setting a mood, and maximizing space, offering readers actionable tips to elevate their homes. Filled with beautiful photographs, anecdotes from celebrity clients, and insights from decades of experience, The Making of a Home is both a master class in interior design and a celebration of the industry Baer pioneered.