Window Treatments

Swag & Valance 

Window treatments are in fact the icing on the cake, the jewelry to dress the gown, and the spice in the soup. Enjoy the fun details of dressing a window by aiding in its purpose and accentuating the decor.

Options for window coverings are vast and at times make the process overwhelming.  On that account, begin by first deciding the type of window treatment needed based on the intent, and then choose the style based on the décor. 

BLINDS & SHUTTERS: SKYLIGHT – An easy treatment for skylights are roller shades as shown in the photo above.  

BETTER HOME & GARDEN: ARCHED WINDOW – In this photo the arch is left exposed while the French doors are cloaked with flowing curtains. 

HGTV: BAY WINDOW - Ceiling to floor length curtains encompass the bay windows creating a secluded seating area suitable for reading or an afternoon nap.

Window Treatments are needed for a variety of reasons, for instance; privacy, noise absorption, sunlight control, heat loss prevention, connection to the outdoors, and resolving architectural issues.  

VOGUE: Vertically stacked windows are covered with floor to ceiling curtains, creating architectural emphasis.

SOUTHERN LIVING:  Café curtains are used to control glare on the computer while still allowing sunlight to flood the room. 

TRADITIONAL HOME:  A Shoji Screen is used as a form of window treatment and accent to the eclectic décor.

Hard window treatments consist of blinds, shutters, and shades. Soft window treatments are draperies, curtains and layered treatments such as swags & cascades or valences & draperies. Traditional window treatments emphasis on pleating and embellishments where contemporary window treatments show case fabric choices while maintaining simplicity.

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST: Thick floor to ceiling velvet draperies (Traditional)

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST:  Stripe pattern Roman Shades (Contemporary)

HOME INTERIOR DESIGN: Swag 

HOME&HOUSE: Cornice

Window treatments are worth the extra attention needed.  Not only do they make a space attractive, they also execute their intended purpose.

By Valene Greene 

www.veluxeinteriors.com