there are those times when you just want a little privacy.
Below are a few things we have found that work well:
Our favorite look in a contemporary setting is Solar
Shades. They let light in; you can see out however
people can’t see in. They are a roller shade. They can
be motorized or have a continuous cord or chain, and
they work great on either large or small windows. They
also come in countless patterns and colors, so there is
something for every look.
There are lots of options: We love woven woods, and
the unlined versions let in a lot of lights. Another great
option is the accordion - light filtering blinds. They allow a lot of lights in and give you a filtered view. However, if you are standing close to them, your silhouette
can be seen.
The mechanism is the next choice. In a loft, the top
down bottom up shade is a great solution, as you can
manipulate it to let light in but block peering eyes. The
strings can be a bit annoying so perhaps only use these
if you have small windows.
Budget Joys
Q: When purchasing furniture and accessories for your
house, what’s the best piece to invest? What are the
best décor items to buy at a lower cost point? I recently moved from a small one-bedroom apartment to a
three-bedroom townhouse and were struggling with
how to allocate the budget.
Kelly R.
A: Cathi Marcoly
We get asked this question a lot, and for good reason! When decorating a room, sometimes it gets
overwhelming to think about all the things you need to
buy! So, here’s our advice for a few rooms:
Living Room- You will never regret investing in a wellmade sofa upholstered in a durable fabric. We tend
to advise using a neutral because no matter what your
favorite color becomes over time, it stays relevant. You
can save on pillows, lamps and window treatments
since there are many great shopping resources available to purchase these items affordably. It can allow
you to update and modify your colors more often.
Bedroom- Invest in a good mattress! It is important
for your wellbeing: Be sure to buy something that is
comfortable and supportive for you. You can save on
the bed by buying an affordable cute or stylish upholstered headboard. Bedding can also be obtained very
affordable
stores like Home Goods or major depart A