Publicity:
Cathy Guterman
908-755-4700 ext. 107
STYLISH SOLUTIONS FOR OVERSIZED WINDOWS -
New Arched Designs Require Treatments That Enhance Natural Light
Just as a picture frame sets off a painting, windows enhance the view from within
and without. The window's shape and style, and its purpose - to take advantage
of great scenery , admit light or add architectural interest - helps determine
the best type of window treatment to use.
Many of today's newest homes and townhouse communities are incorporating large
arched Palladian windows in the design plan . These graceful windows are a focal
point in almost any room and are often left uncovered if there is no need for
privacy or light control. However, according to the decorating team at Fabricland
of North Plainfield, the unique details of these windows can be greatly
enhanced with the correct treatment. Fabricland has the largest selection of
window fashions in the state, offering custom, ready-made or do-it-yourself window
fashions, fabrics and furnishings.
"The most vital step in designing beautiful window treatments is evaluating
the window in relation to the style of the room , " cites Lois Croce, manager
of the store's Custom Decorating and Shop At Home Departments. " We use
this information, along with the customer's design objectives, to produce a plan
that will meet needs for privacy, security, light control and energy efficiency.
Formal rooms usually call for attention to details that incorporate rich fabrics,
top treatments and elegant ornamentation. Informal spaces, however, may require
simpler solutions which are equally as beautiful."
According to Ms. Croce, one of the most popular and cost effective ways to enhance
shaped windows is by using the simple honeycomb pleated shade. This style, which
meets practical needs without detracting from architecural beauty, can be used
in both the arch and rectangular window as separate installations. For another
clean, sophisticated look, sheer slatted shades in a variety of soft colors can
be used placed inside an arch-shaped window to let light in during he day. In
a modern, monochromatic setting, aluminum miniblinds in a matte finish create
a sleek backdrop for sculptural
furnishings, while the rich grain of country wood blinds accented with coordinating tape can effectively echo sumptuous textures of decorative furnishings. A beautiful way to highlight the window's arch is also by using custom shutters with their combination of tailored good looks, functional features and durability.
In the past few years, the selection process has improved dramatically for the shopper. At Fabricland, Hunter Douglas, the industry leader in ready-made and custom window covering products, has opened its exclusive Window Fashions Gallery boutique on the store's second floor. Here, customers can view and operate the entire line of window shades, blinds and other treatments in an appealing, colorful format that enables them to easily select the product that will best complement their home environment.
In addition, Fabricland's free Shop at Home decorating service is especially helpful to new homeowners who need on-site expertise to determine the best type of window treatments to use. "Very often, people don't know where to begin the decorating process and windows are a natural starting point," said Ms. Croce. "Our decorators are very experienced in providing ideas and concepts that will help rooms come alive with light, color and character. When they visit new homes, they are trained to help customers accomplish their decorating goals by recommending styles, colors and features that are pleasing to the proportion and scale of the rooms.
For more information about decorating large windows, call Fabricland
at 908-755-4700, visit their website at www.fabricland.com or come in and meet
with their decorators at the store, 855 Route 22 West in North Plainfield.
For further details: call Cathy Guterman, 908-755-4700 w107.
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