A previous post covered the difference between bow windows (also known as compass windows) and bay windows and determined that they make an excellent addition to your home. Let us say, though, that you already have bow windows. Perhaps they came with the house, or may be you already have them installed. Now what will you do with…
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“Form follows function – that has been misunderstood. Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union.” -Frank Lloyd Wright Cornices are the ultimate expression of the “union” of form and function. Cornices made from wood or fabric integrate all your windows seamlessly into the character of a room and reflect the overarching style…
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Traditionally, cornice is often used in reference to the decorative corner moldings on the outside ledges of buildings or homes. However, it can also be used to describe a hard or soft window treatment, which is built onto the tops of windows in the interior of the home. These types of window treatments are designed…
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Cellular window shades, also known as Honeycomb shades, are a beautiful addition to any room or home and can also save energy, which in turn saves you money. According to the US Department of Energy, the use of blinds or shades can reduce heat gain in the summertime or loss in wintertime, by around 45%,…
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Modern technological advancement has created Cellular Shades. Also known as Honeycomb blinds or Cellular blinds, they are a beautiful alternative to ordinary blinds. They got their name from the empty air pockets running parallel to their seams. The manufacture of these blinds involve joining two separate sheets of fabric or other material that oppose each other; one…
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