Table Of ContentDesign Ideas for Windows Table of Contents Introduction- 6 Chapter 1 Versatility & Style- 8* Scale* Exposure* Privacy* Ventilation* Focus* Style Chapter 2 Planning- 46* Architecture* Window types* Size and proportion* Maintenance* Budget* Measuring* Hardware* Hiring a pro Chapter 3 Living & Dining Rooms- 114* Traditional formality* Top treatments* Pared-down traditions* Modern minimalism Chapter 4 Kitchens & Family Rooms- 146* Country style* Contemporary style* Defining your spaces Chapter 5 Bedrooms & Baths- 174* Comfort* Coordination* Style choices* Children's rooms* Small bedrooms* Baths Chapter 6 Designer Details- 218* Edgings and bandings* Top treatments* Shades and shutters* Tiebacks and embellishments* Resource Guide- 238 * Glossary- 244* Index- 248* Photo Credits- 254
SynopsisDesign Ideas for Windows offers hundreds of ways for dressing a window with hard (blinds and shutters) and soft (curtains, draperies, valances, and fabric shades) treatments. All types of windows are featured in the book, including standard shapes and sizes, as well as special "architectural" windows and odd shapes. Fabric types and recommendations, as well as trimmings, are thoroughly addressed. In addition, the book provides important information regarding hardware (including many examples of the latest decorative rods, finials, sconces, and hold backs) and installation. More topics include: measuring, maintenance and care, and solutions for problem windows., One of the easiest ways to change the look of a room is with new window treatments. But which style or color will flatter your windows? Design Ideas for Windows presents hundreds of ideas that explain how to choose the right treatment for your needs. There is lots of helpful advice about the care and maintenance of various materials, installation tips, and easy solutions for difficult-to-dress windows. The latest title in the popular "Design Ideas" series, the book features hundreds of color photographs and special advice for choosing, installing, and caring for window treatments. Included are suggestions for pairing various types of treatments and materials with particular situations and needs, as well as coordinating with a room's overall style. Design Ideas for Windows offers hundreds of ways for dressing a window with hard (blinds and shutters) and soft (curtains, draperies, valances, and fabric shades) treatments. All types of windows are featured in the book, including standard shapes and sizes, as well as special "architectural" windows and odd shapes. Fabric types and recommendations, as well as trimmings, are thoroughly addressed., Listing hundreds of ideas for dressing a window, this book also provides important information regarding hardware and installation, measuring, maintenance and care, as well as solutions for problem windows., "Design Ideas for Windows offers" hundreds of ways for dressing a window with hard (blinds and shutters) and soft (curtains, draperies, valances, and fabric shades) treatments. All types of windows are featured in the book, including standard shapes and sizes, as well as special "architectural" windows and odd shapes. Fabric types and recommendations, as well as trimmings, are thoroughly addressed. In addition, the book provides important information regarding hardware (including many examples of the latest decorative rods, finials, sconces, and hold backs) and installation. More topics include: measuring, maintenance and care, and solutions for problem windows.