I was just in Salt Lake City, Utah on a mini vacation and the place we stayed had really bad blinds that didn’t close properly and were just junky looking. I notice these kinds of things, so I was inspired to write a post about how to make your guest room (or your lodge) more welcoming and restful with the right kinds of blinds or shades.
Styling beautiful windows
Many of today’s window coverings are more than simple aesthetics—the shades, shutters, blinds, and films…
Right now, green and eco-friendly building materials are very popular and California homebuilders are leading the way. Until recently, no one really considered “green” window treatments, but today’s designers are making it a big focus.
Wood blinds are a great way to freshen the look of your room without getting into a contemporary style. Wood blinds offer a rich, warm look that enhances your décor, and there are many options available.
Here in San Diego we have a seasonal weather phenomenon known as May Grey and…
Stripes are always in style, but this year, they are especially popular, and particularly in Virginia and other coastal areas. We love stripes combined with white furnishings—it looks so sharp and clean.
Whether you are fortunate enough to live in Hawaii all the time, or you have a vacation property there, creating a relaxing island retreat is the goal. Designers know that color is often the key to a restful room, and natural color palettes are a designer favorite.
This time of year, our Blindsgalore Texas customers have a real challenge keeping their homes cool, and we sell a lot of solar shades there. But there are some other ideas to help Texas homes stay cooler.