Windows
4. To add transitional flair. Once reserved for shower curtains, grommet-style draperies are an excellent choice to communicate a more contemporary aesthetic through clean lines and minimal adornment. A solid color with simple bands keeps this window treatment tailored and chic and complements the similarly styled rug.
4. Roman shades (above the frame). If plenty of wall space exists between the top of the door frame and the ceiling, fill it with a single wide Roman shade treatment that will fold up tightly when not in use but will cover the entire door expanse in one swift motion at nightfall. If you opt for an outside-mounted style like this, keep the design coherent across the room by mounting all the shades at the same level. Design tip: Taking the fabric at least 2 inches beyond the frame creates a nice visual symmetry and doubly minimizes unwanted light leakage from the sides of the window.
3. Sliding solar screens. Perhaps no other design option complements a clean, modern sensibility like sliding solar screen panels. Particularly effective at blocking both glare and damaging UV rays, these can be paired with a clear window film to boost protective power even further. They’re an intuitive and incredibly elegant layer for sliding doors, as they mimic the style and function of the door itself.
when they’re lowered, the hobbled pleats provide extra texture and visual interest. The horizontal structure makes raising and lowering them a piece of cake.
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