Refresh, Refurbish, Renew, ReDesign or ReDecorate - Welcome to the Talk I Walk!



Always remember the five "R's": Refresh, Refurbish, Renew, ReDesign or ReDecorate.

They range from using only what you already have, to changing or replacing flooring, lights, paint, counters, back splash or refinishing stairs. Refurbishing and Reusing by recovering furniture, and then mixing current pieces with new finds can all add up to a brand new space!

I enjoy the process and the challenges of solving the problems but the real reward for me is creating a space the client loves to come home to.

Bev
www.roomforchangedecor.com

780 469-2718

Monday, February 11, 2013

WINDOW DRESSING PART TWO

CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS OR READY MADE OPTIONS - YOUR WINDOWS DO NOT HAVE TO REMAIN "UNDRESSED"..... there is something for all budgets!

Whether it is custom made or pre-made drapes, this is the ultimate finishing touch to a room. There are many combinations to choose from. There are many considerations to consider. Is it simply to finish and soften your window or is it to provide privacy, protect from suns ultraviolet rays, add extra heat/cold insulation, or, to frame a beautiful view! 

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AFTER


This Living Room was transformed with new paint colour, carpet, reupholstered heirloom seating and New Window coverings. Sheers curtains were chosen for light diffusion and for privacy but could be drawn when desired. Drapery panels were chosen to soften the window and frame the view when the sheers were drawn.


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AFTER - NEW CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS

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AFTER - CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENT AND NEW ACCESSORIES


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AFTER - RECONFIGURED, ADDED PRE-MADE DRAPERY PANELS AND ACCESSORIES

TO DRESS YOUR WINDOW OR NOT TO DRESS YOUR WINDOW?

WHEN SHOULD YOU CONSIDER ADDING A WINDOW TREATMENT: 

1. To create a privacy screen
2.To protect fabrics and flooring from Ultraviolet Rays
3.To hide ugly trim
4.To hide a view
5.To add a layer of insulation
6.To soften a room's overall look

Think of it as adding the simple white pearls to that little black dress!

WHEN TO CONSIDER LEAVING YOUR WINDOWS BARE.

Think of a mountain lodge with huge floor to ceiling windows exposing the most gorgeous view overlooking a valley of evergreens and a sky full of mountain peaks. This might be a time to let the window itself be the only barrier between you and the view. 

Window treatments can be simple and non intrusive to becoming the focal point of the space.  There are solutions to fit all budgets.

Here are a few before and after photos of rooms I have transformed. Notice what a difference the new window coverings make in the spaces.

HAPPY DECORATING!
BEV
click on photo to enlarge
780-469-2718



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AFTER - ADDED CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, BEDDING AND CARPET
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AFTER - NEW CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, FLOORING, PAINT, FURNITURE, ACCESSORIES

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AFTER - ADDING READY MADE WINDOW PANELS, BEDDING LAMPS AND CHAIR AND ACCENTS
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AFTER ADDING CUSTOM WINDOW VALANCES
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AFTER - ADDING READY MADE WINDOW PANELS AND NEW ACCENTS