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Incorporate the Tropics Into Your California Home

…a casual, beachy look that lends itself to many types of rooms, including living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms. Remember the old matchstick blinds at your local imports store? Forget them, because today’s woven wood shades and natural shades are high-quality products, made with child safety and other key features in mind. Want cordless operation or the versatility of top down/bottom up? You can have that in your eco-friendly window shade. If you p…

Ideas For Treating A Bay Window

…e coziest window seat, or frame the view of the hills in an elegant living room, bay widows always command attention and become the focal point in a room. They allow more light in, and with not much more square footage, easily make a room feel larger and more connected to the nature on the other side of the glass. When it comes to window treatments for bay windows, some may be intimidated because of the angles and the fact that it’s not just one w…

Why We Love Green Window Treatments

…reen Drapery Draperies are so versatile and can be long and luxurious in a living room or bedroom or whimsical as cafe curtains in a kitchen. Green checked draperies add a country, casual chic look and are a soothing addition to any nursery to calm and nurture our smallest and most fragile loved ones. Now is the time we long to be outside, and green outdoor curtains are the perfect match to “alfresco” lounging and entertaining. Your favorite book…

stylish roman blind and drapes in a Vermont dining room

Reader Question from Vermont: Sophisticated Blinds for the Dining Room?

…ortant that you get it right, from furnishings to window décor. The dining room is one of the only rooms where privacy and light control are not major concerns when choosing blinds and shades. Also, most dining rooms do not have a lot of windows. As a result, many homeowners decide to have more fun with their dining room window treatments, choosing to splurge on designer fabrics or more premium shades like sheer shades. Sheer shades combine the be…

How To Design With Blush Pink

…How about two soft pink upholstered chairs or a cushy velvet couch in the living room– even more spectacular against muted gray walls. My favorite palette pairs for blush are also the silvery greens and warm creamy blues. Blush bathrooms calm each morning with a softly patterned wallpaper to coordinate with lush towels as you freshen up to take on the day. Bedrooms naturally styled in blush create a sanctuary at the end of the day where you can e…

Motorized Blinds: The Ultimate Solution for Large Windows

Motorized Blinds: The Ultimate Solution for Large Windows

…ow treatments with simple voice commands. Imagine saying “Alexa, close the living room blinds” without reaching for a remote or phone. Automation Possibilities Connected to smart home systems, your blinds can respond to various triggers: Time-based schedules Temperature changes detected by connected thermostats Sunlight intensity measured by light sensors Occupancy determined by motion sensors Integration with other smart home routines Understandi…

Take It Outside

…lp design the ultimate outdoor retreat.   Take a break from analyzing your living room furniture arrangement that still feels off, the gallery wall in your hall that seems a bit lopsided, and the area rug under your dining room table that’s not the right size. Instead, take some time to focus on your neglected outdoor space. Your backyard or patio design should be easy, welcoming, and comfortable.   Nothing is more refreshing than having your morn…