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Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design & Space Planning

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At Last--A Time-Saver Standard for Interior Design. Free up time for creativity with this all-in-one guide to hour- and money-saving interior design shortcuts, plus thousands of pieces of well-organized information to make your job easier. Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning makes decision-making simple--and implementation even easier. In this book's jam-packed 1000 pages, you'll guides to choosing colors, furnitures, and lighting; top-scale drawings from top designers; dozens of usable details; list of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical options; plantscaping and signage choices; data for both residential and commercial structures; layouts and clearance 1200 illustration; and much, much more.

1004 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1973

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August 18, 2007
this is my go-to book. it has been invaluable over and over again!
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November 12, 2012
The BIG BIG book =D ..

it's really a helpful book
,, even when I'm not using it for getting some info. it really helps me I can use it as a chair, table, or as a pillow ..
xD .. I really like this book .
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February 22, 2015
i m a interior designing student and this book will help me learn my fundamentals
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May 28, 2025
Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning is a truly comprehensive guide that lives up to its nickname, "The Silver Bible." With detailed layouts, dimensions, and planning standards for almost every type of space—from residential and office interiors to healthcare and hospitality—it’s an invaluable tool for both seasoned professionals and design students. The updated edition adds new content on green design, accessibility, and even video-conferencing setups, making it highly relevant in today’s evolving design landscape. While the sheer volume of information can feel overwhelming at first, its organized format and practical drawings make it very accessible once you get the hang of it.

As an interior design professional, I find this book to be a strong foundation for project planning. At Emira Design, we use resources like this to support our high-quality interior and exterior design services in Dubai. From full renovations to custom furniture and space planning, we help our clients create stylish, functional spaces. Learn more about what we offer at:
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May 16, 2025
Absolutely love that book. This book has saved me countless hours when sketching out early concepts or checking clearances. It’s one of those references that stays useful well beyond school or your first few projects, especially when you're juggling both layout precision and visual flow.

I’ve found it pairs really well with some curated visuals, like this neutral patterned wallpaper from https://fancywalls.eu/wallpaper-patte... collection, perfect for exploring understated textures while keeping the overall scheme cohesive.
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June 11, 2020
time saver standards for interior design is amazing book with complete interior detailing
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November 8, 2022
Perfect guide and clever idea to maximize your bedroom space. It is also ideal if you are working from home. You will easily have an idea if you are planning to renovate your home.
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October 17, 2021
An essential guideline for any student or professional designer. I've had my copy for over 20 years.
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