Torgie’s Point of View

Arne Jacobsen, one of Denmark’s most successful designers and architects said, “And when an architect has designed a house with large windows, which is necessary today in order to pull the daylight into these very deep houses, then curtains come to play a big role in architecture”. Choosing just the right style, pattern,and color, of drapes can certainly add to the beauty and harmony of your home. Whether you need to coordinate drapes with your current home decor or completely redecorate, here are a few decorating tips to keep in mind that will enhance your Wilmington, NC home.

If furniture is already a principal part of the room, careful planning is needed in order to provide the necessary splashes of color and pattern. For example, choose drapes that match the accents in the room. If the rug, pillows, and accent chairs are deep red, hang drapes with a deep red floral or stripped print. Furniture that has a patterned fabric will match well with drapes that are designed with only one color of the pattern. A monochromatic look can be achieved by using various shades of the same color, like beige, gray, or white. If your furnishings are gray, use a darker or lighter shade of gray for drapes.  Another  tip designers say to keep in mind,  whatever style of drape you choose it should  touch the floor creating a puddle, which adds drama and is visually interesting.

Drapes can be purchased ready made or custom made for your particular decor. There is an endless variety of fabric, color, and pattern to choose from. Coordinating drapes with furniture can be challenging, yet worth the effort to create harmony in color that is pleasing to the eye. To help you choose drapes that can be architecturally appealing and add personality to your home, contact a window treatment specialist here in Wilmington, NC for a Free In Home consultation.

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