Get Into Decorating

Set a mood! Accent space! Create your own style! By using a few tried and true decorating techniques, and spending a little time doing some pre-planning, you can definitely express your own unique taste and help shape the interior of your home. 

Professional decorators’ techniques for using texture, shape and pattern are often well kept secrets. But the fact is that these techniques are not that difficult. You can use elements of texture, shape and pattern to create winning combinations for your home. The key to your success is careful planning. 

Texture, for example, can be used for contrast. Can you visualize the texture combinations of bricks and silks? Texture can be found in drapery and upholstery fabrics, wall coverings, area rugs, tapestry wall hangings, metal sculpture and iron work accents – just to name a few. It’s the artful combination of mixing unique textures together in a room that give that room its distinct personality! 

Utilizing pattern in your room’s overall design scheme can be just a bit trickier. A large pattern will make walls in a smaller room seem even smaller. Fabric patterns can add a strong accent in any room. Rich floral patterns in lively colors will add pizzazz and surprise when used in upholstered furniture pieces. 

Shape, too, will change a room. A round or oval area rug could add just the right touch to a living room seating arrangement. Window treatments can also be designed to add interesting shapes to your windows and ultimately your entire room. 

Careful planning lets you use the elements of shape, pattern and texture to their maximum effect! And when teamed with color, you’ve created a distinctive look for your home. It’s fun. It’s easy. And I guarantee you’ll be thrilled with your new look!

Windows – The Eyes of Your Home

A contemporary townhouse, federal colonial or stately Tudor all have windows to dress. And with huge selection of window treatments available, there’s a style to fit every window and every personality. 

Full drapery treatments tend to lend a quiet note of formality to the windows they dress. There are hundreds of design options and styles to select – from stationary or traversing treatments – French, goblet, smocked or box pleated – your choices are virtually limitless! 

 

In making smart choices for your windows, keep in mind that a truly creatively designed window treatment is not only a beautiful addition to your room, but also a sound investment.

Did you know you can actually lower your fuel bills by installing appropriate window treatments? The more layers at a window, the more your energy efficiency improves. Draperies add polish to any room and also provide excellent insulation from summer heat and the chilling drafts of winter.

Sunshine pouring in through your windows brightens a room and creates a cheery atmosphere. Unfortunately, it can also do irreparable damage to your furniture, carpet and upholstery. Lining can be the answer. 

Refer to popular shelter magazines, friend’s homes that you admire, and your personal situation to narrow your idea of the perfect style for your home. Give me a call and let’s get together to discuss your perfect window solution taking into account such factors as window exposure, your desire to control light and most importantly, style. Form and function meet in the selection of your window treatment!