Nice Shades

One of my favorite window treatments of all time is the flat Roman shade. I love that it's a clean tailored look but that you can also make it the focal point of a room. Take this office space...

Yes, the desk and chairs are nice but it's the super fun pattern of the roman shades that make this space so appealing.

This bathroom would be slightly cold without the warmth from the roman shade. Fabric on windows softens the room.

This bedroom has a roman shade that coordinates the bedskirt and headboard. They are the 2 stars of this room. Same with the bedroom below...

The roman shades in this kitchen really bring home the black and white palette.

Here is case where the roman shades are not as loud as they other but the overall serenity of room is enhanced by the shades.

Window Coverings

I love simple draperies! Crisp, french pleated panels give a room warmth, drama, and function all in one. Don't get me wrong, sometimes a more elaborate window covering is appropriate but overall I think simple is better! Here are a few designer's rooms that illustrate perfectly what simple panels can do.

Glen Gissler

Glen Gissler

Glen Gissler

Glen Gissler

Tobi Fairley

Tobi Fairley

Tobi Fairley

Plain or Striped

There are so many options when it come to drapes. Geometric patterns, florals, toiles, plaids...the list can go for awhile! I usually recommend a textured solid for drapes unless you plan on changing you window coverings frequently. But sometimes a striped fabric can add a great pop to a room without dictating future design changes.

Here are some rooms with solid drapes. Classic and beautiful.

Bobby McAlpine

Phoebe Howard

Chad Eisner

Here are some rooms with striped drapes. Still classic and beautiful but with a touch more interest.

Coddington Design

Jean Louis Deriot