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Sheer curtains layered with blinds
Living in sunny Southern California has its perks — abundant sunshine, warm breezes, and bright interiors. But it also comes with challenges: harsh glare, heat gain, and the never-ending balance between natural light and privacy. That’s where one design trick comes in: layering sheer curtains with blinds. It’s simple, stylish,...
Correctly hung blackout curtains

Does your neighbor keep their porch light on all night? Does a streetlamp shine through your window like it’s auditioning for a spotlight in your bedroom?

There’s a solution to help fix those annoyances: blackout curtains.

A luxurious living room with an ocean view and smart window treatments

Statement furniture and bold wall art are the stars of interior design, commanding most of the attention.

Window treatments assume a supporting role, yet done with imagination and style, they can be transformative.

Contemporary living room with layered curtains

Curtains help define your living room’s atmosphere.

You would never place heavy drapes in a living room that lacks light or sheer curtains in a room lacking privacy.

The curtains’ fabric, pattern, and style complete the design of your living room, whether traditional, informal, or minimalist and modern.

Curtains layered with Roman shades

DIY decorators often overlook window treatments, yet they’re vital to a home’s aesthetic and comfort.

They add depth and dimension to a room while influencing the mood. They control natural light, enhance privacy, and improve insulation.

Layering window treatments can boost their performance even more.

Teal Victorian bay window with white curtains

Bay windows are beautiful but tricky. They add character and light to a room but can expose you. The windows bow outward, maximizing natural light and presenting a panoramic view of the outdoors.

However, the very features that make bay windows so appealing can make it hard to cover them.

A modern living room with vertical blinds
John Webster, an upholsterer from London, introduced Venetian blinds as we know them today to the New World in 1767. But while Webster’s blinds invariably featured wide wooden slats, you now have a broad choice of style and material. In this post, we’ll explore the world of window blinds, comparing...
Sheer curtains covering a wide window

Wide windows offer stunning views and ample natural light, but finding the right curtains can be a challenge.

In this post, we’ll guide you through the various curtain choices for wide windows, from design and practicality to privacy and DIY solutions.

A macramé DIY curtain

This blog offers creative and affordable ideas for DIY window treatments, ranging from macramé curtains to painted fabric designs. Many of the projects require minimal sewing skills or even no sewing at all.

Read the FAQs to choose the right materials and ensure a professional finish.

A pink orchid on a windowsill, with floral curtains nearby

While drilling to anchor curtains is often the best option, it’s not the only option. And there may be times when it’s inadvisable.

In this blog, we’ve compiled no-hole methods for hanging curtain rods that won’t leave lasting marks.

Cellular shades in a modern living room

Cellular shades are so effective at saving energy that they’ll qualify you for a federal tax credit!

But some cellular shades do a better job than others, depending on fabric, cell design, and other factors we’ll explore in this blog.

A modern living room with roller shades
Some minimalist homes can feel sterile and industrial, almost like prison cells, but in the hands of a talented designer, they have a serene, zen-like simplicity. A clunky, gaudy, or thoughtless window treatment ruins that aesthetic. The treatments you choose are as critical to the aesthetics of your contemporary living...