I'm not big on window treatments. I rarely use them for staging. I often ask owners to remove window treatments. We are selling the architectural features of the house (windows) and the view. Also, window treatments typically block incoming sunlight.
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However, I am in awe of beautiful window treatments that are perfectly tailored with sumptuous fabrics and plentiful trim. These ballgown drapes make me swoon! Aren't they magnificent?
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These green and gray paisley panels with the ruffled edging are divine! Love how the green complements the beige wall color. The white rod and rings display these pinch pleat draperies beautifully.
What do you think of these pretty floral draperies in this Nantucket beach house? I like the valance on the smaller windows. Another pair of panels would have been too heavy.
Few of my clients have contemporary, professionally made window treatments. My biggest beef with most window treatments is that they look skimpy and cheap. Unlined curtains make me crazy. (You HAVE to have a consistent look for curb appeal.) Tab top panels always look wanky after they've been hanging for a while. Old school box valances, tie backs, lace, -- gotta go!
I'm a fan of sheers? I consider them the 'white shirt' of window treatments.
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Any cheers for sheers?
Linda
Being a sewer, I love window treatments. Some rooms can stand on their own without fabric on the walls. But others look unfinished, like something is missing. I love trying to do something unique, not like anyone else would have. You do have to find a balance between appropriate and outrageous.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Connie. My point is that for selling your house, window treatments have to look appropriate to the house--like the pictures I included. In my experience, most people don't invest much money into window treatments. Most people install inexpensive, ill-fitting window treatment or hold on to something that was custom made 25 years ago because it was expensive. Thanks for the comment and allowing me to explain further!
ReplyDeleteI have to say that as a designer (and not a stager) I am not a huge fan of window treatments if I can get a way without them. But if I need to (for function or aesthetics) I prefer SIMPLE and not all the heavy valances and trims, etc. There are always exceptions of course as you showed with the first image.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with you that when you are trying to sell the house that it is so important to have the house look "clean" and spacious and light. Your examples were great.
Thanks, Sherri. I really appreciate your view as a designer. I think interior design does lean towards simple verses heavy. But, as with all things, maybe it is a sign of the times. Wonder if the more formal windows will repeat again? Only time will tell...
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