A practical manual explains how domestic surroundings shape taste and behavior and sets out principles for furnishing that balance physical comfort, mental refreshment, sanitation, and economy. It advises on selecting and placing furniture for ease of use, achieving harmonious color and material combinations, avoiding clutter and unsanitary textiles, and choosing appropriate floor coverings. The work blends aesthetic ideas with concrete guidance on materials and arrangements to help readers create orderly, healthy, and attractive living spaces within realistic budgets.