Custom Drapery Designs considers every detail when designing cohesive beautiful drapery designs to complement our client’s exquisite interiors.  We have a great time working with our clients, and would like to share our design challenges and successes…..

Our client recently remodeled the front exterior of her home and was now addressing the the formal dining room, with an interest in interior cohesiveness and highlight the window’s curved architecture, further enhancing the home’s curb appeal.  The dining room decor was warm and welcoming, accented by ornate glass sculpture, mixed candles, and decorative table runners.  In the center of the room was an over-sized antique round table with great personality, featuring unique individual style seating.  The dining room was noticeably dressed with sage walls, coupled with elaborate leaf and gold swirl wall covering, embellished with a beautiful over-sized metallic gold framed mirror.  Our client was interested in capturing bold elegance with creative expression in our design.  The formal dining room was full of character and we were delighted with the challenge.

For the first layer, we decided on a wide louver custom painted shutter with the hidden tilt operating system.  The clean horizontal lines and smooth contours of the frame would beautifully highlight the large window’s architecture and provide optimal light filtration and privacy while entertaining.  The dining room window was centered with wide spacing on each side.  We decided to fill the empty space on either side of the window with wide width drapery and add additional impact with dramatic custom hardware with a mounted height to compliment the decorative molding and window frame.

An exquisite stenciled metallic gold, Damask pattern on gold dupioni silk fabric became the inspiration for the drapery.  The stenciled Damask pattern presented a perfect ages appearance, complementing the antique decor.  The drapery design resembled ball gown elegance with top pleating, with unfettered folds of fabric.  The subtle soft feel of the dupioni silk allowed the pinched pleat folds to slightly pucker and reflect cascades of light.  Long, elegant, fluted custom hardware, with an antique mottled gold finish, balanced the empty space above the window with an ornate bold finial.  To be considerate of the project’s overall expense, without sacrificing quality in design, the wide width panels were softly lined with Napped lining, creating beautiful fullness to just slightly break on the floor.

The installation magnified our vision as the subtle Damask dupioni silk dressed beautifully with the delicate puckers, which captivated the light and perfectly balanced bold dramatic style throughout the room.  Our client was impressed with the blend of elegance with the exquisite shutters, created by the hidden tilt.  The formal dining room window now balances a smooth blend of antique metallic color in perfect harmony with the room’s welcoming decor and should add great ambiance for her next dinner occasion.

We look forward to the opportunity to design drapery as a timeless work of art; considering the home owner’s personality, budget, and lifestyle, while complementing the interior and enhancing the outdoor view.  Visit our website and portfolio at www.CustomDraperyDesigns.net and Custom Drapery Designs/Facebook.

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Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 at 4:21 am | Uncategorized