Tips from Vern

If you watch as much of home improvement TV as I have over the years, you are familiar with Vern Yip, who made a name for himself on "Trading Spaces" and now has his own show on HGTV called "Deserving Design." I'm not a design/decor expert by any means, but in my opinion he's one of the better designers on TV.

I found these simple tips from Vern in a recent story:

1. Start with a space plan before you buy anything.
2. Embrace color: It’s just paint.
3. Invest in quality furnishings.
4. Seek out environmentally friendly products.

For more on Vern and some great design ideas, go to his Web site.