Christine, Curtains -- I need these, but I don't know what to choose for fabric, color, height etc. How to deal with the arches over the windows? Do I just ignore the arch, and go straight across at the highest part of the window? I have a feeling this is what is desperately needed to pull the rooms together, but I'm afraid of screwing it up. Help!
- Carla
Hi Carla, 
Look at the lovely textured roller shades in the kitchen above. They are a more subtle treatment than a Roman shade. (these might even be faux.) These can be used on all or some of the windows- Check out these from the Shade Store.
I like to treat arched windows like this- go above the arch- straight across. In most rooms, the longer the better. Long drapes give a feeling of softness and opulence. Take it to the ceiling, like was done here- not just to the top of the arch. In your areas where the ceiling is really vaulted- just keep the drapes the same height as the areas where there was a ceiling- like in the dining area.
Selecting between pinch pleat, rod pocket, different kinds of drapes- really depends on your budget. The first question you would ask yourself- is- do I want to have these custom made, or am I hoping to find some pre-made drapes? If you are going for pre-made- I would select them by the fabric- this will limit your options. If you are OK spending a minimum of $200/ panel- you can have them custom made- and your options open up quite a bit. If this is the case- let me know and I can go over those options with you.
Another option is to have drapes that are not functioning- just decorative- like the panel above. Adding a few of these throughout the area can keep you from having quite so many panels- if you don't intend to have them be operating. This is one way that it would be just fine to follow the arch- if you chose to.
Hi Carla, I remember at my old firm in LA, where I worked- I had an entire book of different ways to treat arched and Palladian windows. The problem was, I didn't like any of the options. I keep it straight. Almost always. Let me give you some ideas.
Look at the lovely textured roller shades in the kitchen above. They are a more subtle treatment than a Roman shade. (these might even be faux.) These can be used on all or some of the windows- Check out these from the Shade Store.
I like to treat arched windows like this- go above the arch- straight across. In most rooms, the longer the better. Long drapes give a feeling of softness and opulence. Take it to the ceiling, like was done here- not just to the top of the arch. In your areas where the ceiling is really vaulted- just keep the drapes the same height as the areas where there was a ceiling- like in the dining area.
Selecting between pinch pleat, rod pocket, different kinds of drapes- really depends on your budget. The first question you would ask yourself- is- do I want to have these custom made, or am I hoping to find some pre-made drapes? If you are going for pre-made- I would select them by the fabric- this will limit your options. If you are OK spending a minimum of $200/ panel- you can have them custom made- and your options open up quite a bit. If this is the case- let me know and I can go over those options with you.
Another option is to have drapes that are not functioning- just decorative- like the panel above. Adding a few of these throughout the area can keep you from having quite so many panels- if you don't intend to have them be operating. This is one way that it would be just fine to follow the arch- if you chose to. So- the question of the day- is pre-made or custom ? Answer that for me- and I can give you more dirrection.
Today's post is a continuation of this one- for Carla's home.
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Beautiful options.
What beautiful windows! I think they're beautiful the way they are unless you need to block the light. Panels sound good tho.
I love your house, Carla. Very nice architectural features.
I think the draperies you chose are gorgeous, Christine. I love that you picked pictures of windows with similar architectural interest to Carla's. It shows that even though the windows themselves are beautiful, the window treatments can add even more elegance and drama.
Hi Christine, I have a major crush on the second photo you posted! went nuts over the holidays and made a bunch of changes... I ended up going with pre-made panels, hung just in the corners, tailored to hang just above the floor (no pooling). I hung them straight, and as high as I could, but still within the arch. I found nicely constructed (interfaced, fully lined and weighted) decorative panels in a silk/cotton blend at 108". Hanging behind them are very thin gauzy panels, like mosquito net weight. These were super-cheap and just placeholders, but they do reflect soft light back into the room, which helps offset the dark and shiny wood. Meantime, I painted the dining room bead-board ceiling in a glowy white, removed some rugs and a ton of clutter from the shelves and mantle. Catching my breath now, but the painters come back on Monday to paint my kitchen island. New chandelier is on order! I'll post new photos when it's more done.
That great windows thank you for ideas. Еhrough you I've done a great windows for myself
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