Showing posts with label Window Treatments. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Window Treatments. Show all posts

How to Dress your Windows!

Window treatments speak a whole new language. In so many ways. But they are also necessary in so many ways. We need them to soften windows, add color, introduce pattern....

There are terminologies that are associated with drapes that sound like foreign languages! 

We are here to simplify a few of the most important types of windows that may require window treatments for YOU!

Bay Windows:
You can do a couple of different treatments on bay windows. In this photo, we created 3 custom cornice board to join together and perfectly fit the angles of the window. If you choose to go with drapes, we are sure to use angled bracket connectors on your drapery rods so they we can match the angle on point.


Tall Windows:
How tall is too tall? No window can be too tall. These homes had some serious height on their windows and we chose to take the drapes all the way above both sets of windows in order to draw the eye UP instead of cutting it off halfway.



Arched or Interest Windows:
If you have a window grouping that has an arched top, or a mullion pattern that you want to show off, how do you handle it without covering up the interesting part? Here we chose to create a modern cafe curtain that was traversing and was mounted below the interest but still followed the curve of the window.


Shuttered Windows:
Many people don't know the "etiquette" when it comes to shuttered windows and drapes. Should you, could you, add curtains? The answer is yes. You CAN, but you also don't have to. When we add drapes to shuttered windows we usually create a one-width panel and pull them to either side, not to block more of the window than necessary.


Doors with Windows:
Roman Shades -- is the answer to this game. We do it all the time .. and love it.


And the real name of the game is ... let TCI help you create your dream window treatments for your incredible windows!

Client Fun: The Box Pleat


 A Friday Funny.... at least we thought so:)

If you remember our client fondly referred to as "New York, New York", we are still making our way through his house. The modern remodel took a year to complete and now we are redesigning almost every space with new, contemporary furnishings.



We proposed a box pleated pair of panels for his swanky game room and he requested a 
few pictures of the pleat style. Being in the mood that we were, Courtney sent him this...


We did get an initial chuckle after his notice of the 
"box pleat skirt"
and of course, we didn't leave him hanging by sending this along too



Sometimes we crack ourselves up...
even if it is an inside joke:)

TGIF,




Images via: Google

Orange and Navy: A Perfect Fit


When we are away from things for a while, we tend to forget how important they are~

Here's my list from last Friday:

1. My sweet client "Jane"

and 

2. Her stunning orange armoire


Last year, we put the touches on "Jane's" living room by adding
soft draperies, but what impressed me the most when I started working with her 
was the color combination she had going of...
orange, navy and cream!

Friday, we had a visit to pick out granite but we chatted most of the time instead:)

Sorry I don't have good pics, but the colors are so pretty in person!
Take a peek at the blue velvet stacked ottoman between the two chairs-
so cute:)



Another view... I loved the orange in the rug:)


My close up Iphone pic of the armoire- sigh

It is placed in her foyer directly across of the living room...
definitely a focal point in the room.


We tend to skip over the color combo of orange and navy when
thinking about designing our interiors, but it works!

Here's proof:

This entire room could be moved into "Jane's" house!


The weird part about this photo is that when I was searching for orange and navy rooms,
this pic popped up... which was featured by Cassie of Hi Sugarplum blog...
who earlier in the day contacted me since she lives around the corner.

SMALL WORLD!

Cassie is very talented at DIY projects, so check out her blog...
can't wait to meet her:)

More O and N:

Mirror does the "right" trick in this space
courtesy of Maison Classique



Striking combo found on the blog Be Colorful


Another winner found on Cassie's blog

(my son has this lamp found at Target...
ages ago).  His bedroom is orange and navy and I
will get some pics when he cleans it up I can:)


Great inspiration board from Chasing Davies


Adorable plates from LA Plates featured by Cassie:)


And to finish out, I have coveted this chair since I saw it in "Jane's" house
a few years ago when we met.

If I snuck in and painted it navy, do you think she would notice?


Before I start my Tuesday, thank you again "Jane" for the yummy tuna croissants,
refreshing Chardonnay and delicious conversation.

I LOVE MY JOB and the people it brings into my life xxxooo

Until next time,

Janet Jackson's Install: Lots of Windows


With crutches in hand, I managed to pull off a window treatment installation yesterday. 
 My knee is the swollen like a balloon today, but I'm so glad we fit this in... 
and really all I did was sit with an ice pack 
and boss people around!  

I'm very pleased with the treatments for my client, Janet Jackson. 
She is sweet like the real JJ and I bet she can sing as well... wink wink.

In the pics above and below, we installed one of my favorite window coverings...
Woven Wood Shades~ I'll show you below why-


We had to bring some color into the brown and brown color scheme and 
the simple scalloped valances in the family room did the trick.

(Note: I'm turning over a new leaf with purchasing ready- made pillows more 
often than custom... if at all possible.  There are so many stylish choices out 
there including these cuties from my go to source Homegoods
which will discuss in another post~ an addiction of mine).


Janet Jackson has a Hill Country vibe going on in her house so we needed to keep it simple by adding flat trim and metal buttons from a great new online source I found... 



We carried the pumpkin color into the kitchen with this soft valance with
 fabric by Greenhouse Design
and twisted hardware by Design Elements


Let's chat about the trim.  
I'm not a "trim" kind of gal, but JJ is surrounded by men in the household and we 
needed to add a special feminine touch.  We both went for this trim only because it has a 
rustic flair with the metal beads and matte finished spheres.


Now let's take a look at the wovens...
This is a closeup of a shade without a liner. It is "light filtering", 
however, you can order them with a lining that gives more sun protection.


Such a classic look- an alternative to wood blinds and draperies if that is not for you!



Color and texture options are endless-


The top piece (valance) can be customized as well. Lots of texture going on in this room-
a tribal look with a punch of color


Another benefit is some offer a continuous loop cord and most 
have very small stack depth when pulled up...more view for you to enjoy!


Don't think twice about using woven woods with your modern decor either.


I'm lucky enough to have only one ww shade in my house. It is on a lonely window
 in my kitchen which is the perfect solution for an odd window placement.

With our professional measuring and installation 
(and of course professional designer advice), you'll love your new look!  
Try them-


Until next time,
Traci

Images via* www.theshadeshop.net, www.sunbornshading.net, www.orlandoblindsshutters.com, www.bestblindsusa.com, moi


The Perfect Panels


Gentle persuasion pays off!

Back in July, I wrote about a new project for my DINK's, which you can read about here,
and we are at the half way point to completion! 

When we finished the living room  tv room a year and a half ago, I just knew
we needed window treatments to highlight the bay window. 
Mrs. DINK loves her simplicity and decided against them.

Along comes a great fabric and in turn.... great draperies! 
 We installed on Friday, check them out!

Before


After


I will get a full view next time I am there, but how great are these!

Now we are waiting for the kitchen table and chairs to arrive- do you know how
difficult it is to find a classy wood table top with a protective finish????? 
We did!

Can't wait to see the white dining table and chairs with red leather pleather seats!
Oh, la la!



I brought a few options for artwork in the kitchen on Friday as well. 
Mrs. DINK and I love this choice...



Hope Mr. DINK does as well.

Here's a few pics of how panels can finish off your room-

Nice choice using grommets


A splash of apple green!


How fun!


I like the way they are installed right on the molding-


If you are thinking of adding window treatments before the holidays, call me asap! 


Until next time,
Traci




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