When Green was King Long ago in the 1960’s and ‘70’s, green was king of interior design color trends. As in, one particular shade of avocado, used in tandem with gold, brown and burnt orange. It was everywhere. Absolutely everything that was used for the home, from dishes to crockpots to window coverings, came in […]
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Hunter Douglas blinds transform the light in your home. They will enhance everyday living and define the mood of your unique and beautiful space. Natural light helps increase productivity, elevate your mood, and even improve your health. In many ways, nature’s brightness can also beautifully transform your home’s interior thanks to Hunter Douglas blinds. Horizontal
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Window blinds create beautiful visual effects in your home. Before you buy a blind for a window, you should take into consideration the purpose of the room. A blind can increase or decrease the size perception of a room, and it also makes the decor stand out. On the other hand, if you choose a
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Custom pillows are one of the ultimate luxuries for your home. While they can cost the most per square inch of any custom-made product (with the exception of furniture), you’ll quickly learn that custom pillows are worth the investment. In fact, hardly any other design element makes such a statement of comfort and luxury in
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Bedding as Self-Care Few things are as rewarding as sleeping in your own bed. In fact, we spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, so we should make our beds the best that they can be, and this includes custom bedding. Pillows! How many is too many? For a king-sized bed, three 26-inch Euroshams across
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There are a few differences subtle between drapes and curtains. They each suit different needs and aesthetics, and it’s important to choose the right one for your home. Curtains Curtains are lighter than drapes and are usually moved by pulling with your hands instead of using a pulley system. They are more informal than drapes
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Are custom window treatments really that important? You may ask, “I’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on my new home and all of the upgrades. Why should I now spend more on window coverings? Can’t I just buy “ready-mades” from the Pottery Barn website? Aren’t they just as good?” I understand. Buying or building
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The name “Roman shade” comes from the classic drapery styles of the Roman Empire era. Roman shades are custom-made fabric shades that are typically constructed in even folds. They fold up as you raise them, and unfold as you lower them. You can easily adjust the height with a cord to suit your privacy and
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Shades are probably the most versatile of window treatments. They come in a wide variety of materials and features. Some lower from a roll and others descending from a headrail. Your shades control sunlight, insulate and regulate the temperature in your room, and give you needed privacy. They can be elegant or casual, hand-operated or
When you are deciding to buy window treatments for your home, one of the first questions that will pop up is whether to get blinds or shades. This guide aims to inform you of the pros and cons of each one so you can make an informed decision and hopefully choose the one that’s right
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