Custom Drapery

Grommet draperies are a good window treatment for contemporary style decor
Among the selections of Blinds Chalet's extensive custom drapery collection, grommet-style draperies are a good complement to a home that has a modern look.

Adding several conversation niches softens the look of a formal space
The living room is a space where visitors are likely to be entertained, and a room that many homeowners view as the showpiece of the home. But there's no reason that it can't be comfortable for everyday use as well as for special gatherings.

Apartment dwellers should use imagination to get the home style they want
Approaching a design plan for a new apartment can be a daunting task because most rentals come with standard-issue lighting, window treatments and uninteresting wall colors.

Neutrals can keep popular vibrant colors from overpowering a room
Home decorators should be forewarned when choosing bold colors - a little goes a long way. They should look to neutrals - black, white, deep brown and beige - to keep vibrant hues from overpowering a room.

Home fix-ups before guests arrive should preceed holiday decorating
Instead of concentrating on holiday decorations, hosts of the DIY Network's show, "Brothers on Call," suggest that homeowners do a walk-through of their homes before guests arrive to make sure it's holiday ready.

Choosing right fabrics for a room re-do is a designer's trick of the trade
There are a host of designer tricks that homeowners can use to make a simple, elegant change in their home décor, and choosing beautiful fabrics is one of them.

Bamboo ring draperies combine the looks of drapes and woven wood shades
For a window treatment that combines the sophistication of custom drapery with the natural look of woven wood shades, the Tavarua Exotic Bamboo Ring Draperies from Blinds Chalet will achieve both looks.

A bedroom makeover starts with moving out items for a clear view of the room
Starting with a clean slate is a favorite trick of interior designers when they want to makeover a room, and that applies even to smaller weekend projects.

Custom drapery can help create a good first impression in the foyer
It isn't necessary to create a grand entrance in a home as long as the homeowner keeps in mind that a visitor's first impression is created where they enter - in the foyer.

TV's Prohibition gives designers ideas on bringing Jazz Age styles to today's homes
Home décor trends are freqently influenced by beautiful homes depicted on TV and in films, but an unlikely source has emerged that may cause homeowners to bring some sparkle and sophistication to rooms that need to be livened up.

Inspiration for container colors and textures can come from room's drapery
There are shops, and whole sections of department stores, that focus on one thing that organizes and stores household possessions – namely, containers.

French Pleat Custom Drapery is a classic look from Blinds Chalet
A window treatment that can be designed to fit any home décor and budget is customized drapery.

Furniture buyers should have a plan before they begin their bargain shopping
California interior designer Alycia Wicker believes in having a plan before embarking on a furniture shopping trip to vintage shops, flea markets and garage sales.

Decorated mantel should tie into décor found throughout a room
With holiday season approaching, decorating the fireplace mantel comes to mind. But mantel décor can also make a design statement any time of the year.

Correct hanging techniques put the finishing touch on custom drapery
Hanging custom drapery with extra flair is a specialty of home design consultant and writer Cindy Lee Bergersen.

Rod pocket custom drapery gives a streamlined look to window treatment
For a look in custom draperies that shows very little hardware, rod pocket drapes are an excellent style for a continuous sweep of fabric in window coverings.

Bold colors emerge for homeowners who want to decorate outside the box
Gone are the days when homeowners refused to paint their walls in bold colors. While they may not choose to saturate their rooms in bright hues, there are plenty of accent colors that are being tried along with traditional neutrals.

Custom drapery and occasional tables have versatility in common
One of the most versatile pieces of furniture in a living room is an occasional table that can be matched to any décor and serve many functions.

Country style today can be cozy or rustic with window coverings to match
Today's country-style decorating retains the warmth of a ciy cottage or the rustic style of a traditional farmhouse, but either way they should have a simple, uncluttered look to suit modern tastes and needs.

Homeowners shouldn't overlook their ceilings in a design scheme
Home decorators often overlook a "fifth wall" in their rooms - the ceiling - but there's no reason it needs to be left out of the color scheme used for its companion walls.

Starting with a simple plan, homeowners can move forward with room re-do's
When Florida interior designer Wrenda Goodwyn speaks to audiences about decorating their homes, she hopes it will help them get started right away.

Bright whites and complementary colors keep the look of summer alive all
The bright whites and bold colors of summertime don't have to disappear when the warm weather ends.

Storyboards can illustrate home designs, from window treatments to flooring
Home decorators can take a lesson from students at the Art Institute of Virginia Beach, Virginia, when it comes time to create a new arrangement in a room.

Temporary makeover can keep family home stylish until renovation occurs
Character is what sold Australian interior designer Joanna Everitt and her architect husband Justin when they sold their home to purchase a mid-century, hillside house with views of Perth's skyline and river.

Blind Chalet's Art Guild curtain rods and finials are an elegant hardware set
Just as important to the finished look of custom drapery is the choice of hardware that is chosen to offset the colors and fabrics of the window treatment.

Whether for window treatments or a whole room, measure first
It doesn't matter what the budget is, or whether the homeowner prefers classic custom drapery over eco-friendly bamboo woven wood shades - a good home design begins with a space plan.

Fireplace needs to be balanced with substantial furniture or window treatment
A fireplace has substantial presence in just about any room - it is both a focal point and architectural feature in one.

Living room style needs to strike a balance between comfort and style
The living room has a special place in most homes as the place where visitors are most likely to be entertained. But as families in busy households find themselves using all their livable space, the living room needs to be comfortable for everyday use as well.

Five rules can guide homeowners to room designs with 'staying power'
Philadelphia interior designer Donna Hoffman prides herself on being able to design rooms that have staying power.

Monochromatic approach with window coverings gives illusion of space
Homeowners are often looking for ways to expand the look of small rooms, and sometimes a decorating trick that dupes the eye can achieve that goal.

Vibrant colors like honeysuckle rose are a natural companion to a valance
Home decorators who are stuck on the color wheel, trying to predict which hues will have the most staying power on their walls and furnishings, may get some help from the Pantone Color Institute.

Location of a window should be considered when choosing right treatment
Location, location, location may be the mantra of realtors, but it also should influence what type of window treatments that homeowners choose in their room designs.

No hard rules, but guidelines advise how to use area rugs to achieve balance
Interior designer Susan Welch Heeney believes there are no hard and fast rules about choosing the right size area rug for a particular space, although following some guidelines will help homeowners arrive at the right proportion and placement of rugs to bring balance to a room.

A living room style can be elegant, but remain comfortable
Homeowners can create an elegant atmosphere for a formal living room without sacrificing the comfort they crave for everyday living.

Customized drapery or blinds can give a room a unique focal point
One of the easiest ways to personalize the look of any room is to customize a window treatment that creates a one-of-a-kind focal point.

Variety of window treatments with a valance create a focal point in an apartment
Apartment dwellers often feel confined by the neutral colors on walls, floors and tiling in their rented homes, but it doesn't have to be that way, according to HGTV.com.

Custom drapery blends well in a room with different fabrics
Using three types of fabric in a room's design instead of just one solid and one print can add not only variety in color and pattern, but also in the scale and texture of the décor.

Old and new furniture can be offset by contemporary and traditional window decor
For homeowners who have inherited furniture from relatives that has little in common with their own décor, there's a new trend afoot that can solve that decorating problem.

Atmospherics trend can be used in custom drapery for window treatment
An ideal antidote to a fast-paced world is a new design trend called atmospherics, which relies on soft textures, transparency and iridescence to create a peaceful mood at home.

Legendary designer's style was about making an impact in home decor
Legendary interior designer Dorothey Draper was so famous from the 1930s to the 1950s that her name became an adjective to describe a certain style of decorating.

Designers offer quick fix decorating ideas from windows to artwork
Any room in the house can be given a quick facelift by changing one simple design feature. It may be as easy as outfitting a bed with a new, stylish sheet set or changing the shower curtain in the bathroom.

Custom drapery in rich fabrics is in step with traditonal Baroque style
This year's Maison et Objet, a preeminent European trade show for interior design trends, recently showcased the newest fabrics and wallpapers, as well as lighting and furniture by both emerging and established designers, according to The Independent.

Window treatment choices can address light, location and design issues
The direction that windows face and the proximity of streets to them are two of the factors homeowners should consider when choosing custom drapery or other window treatments.

Softer metal tones in custom drapery hardware are among new décor trends
Following the recession, calculated home décor choices are focusing on long-term value for the price and sustainable design that cuts down on energy use.

Window treatments can be layered in the style of designer Jonathan Adler
No one could ever accuse designer Jonathan Adler, known for his bold colors and assertive design schemes, of being afraid to try new things.

Details, custom drapery can make a room luxurious
Many homeowners may have a desire to make their house look a five-star hotel, but lack the funds to pursue this passion.

Custom drapery adapts well to both traditional and contemporary designs
One of the most adaptable of window treatments are panels of custom drapery. They can influence how much natural light comes into a room, pull together the overall look of a space and help coordinate contemporary and traditional furnishings.

Custom drapery gives a cozy look to a dining room used for different purposes
With the holidays over, one may not use the dining room for a family gathering for a while. But letting a large table and many chairs sit empty takes up space that can be put to multiple uses until the next big dinner occurs.

Home theaters can be complemented by blackout shades
Once the basics for a home theater are in place - the large-screen TV, surround speakers and related home entertainment equipment - there are other design factors that can influence the quality of the theater experience.

Custom drapery can be elegant touch to a drawing room
Interior designer Wendy Nicholls recently shared the details of her drawing room with The Telegraph, which was primarily inspired by a Swedish theme that can be found everywhere in the space, from the furniture to the walls.