Buying the Right Window and Decorations – The Basics
Windows form the shell of a room along with the floors, walls and ceilings. They can be treated simply to blend unobtrusively into the background, or they can be a decorating opportunity for setting the room’s mood and style.
Whether you treat windows as a background element or as focal point, always remember that the purpose of a window is to provide light and air. Before you consider the wide range of design possibilities, analyze the functional aspects of the window and determine exactly what you want the window treatment to do.
The Importance Of Function
Several functional issues must be addressed before you consider styles, fabrics and colors. If you spend time considering these aspects, you will save time and frustration later.
The following questions will help determine your functional needs:
- What degree of privacy do you need?
- What is the exposure of the room (north, south, east, west)?
- Do you need the window for ventilation?
- How much light control do you want?
One of the key advantages of asking these questions is that you can begin to narrow down the possibilities of window fashions to those that are most appropriate for the situation.
Incorporating Decorating Needs
Once you have fully considered the functional requirements, you can begin to look at designs that meet the decorative needs of the window and room as a whole. A well-designed window fashion suits not only the window but also the room. It harmonizes with the rest of the room and adds to the sense of unity. It is in scale with the room and its furnishings and is well-proportioned. To determine the design of the treatments, consider the following:
