inspiration: BHG
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While I love the look of bare windows when the architecture and view are beautiful, most rooms still benefit from the right window coverings.
Over the years I’ve learned that the right blinds and coverings can:
– reduce noise and make a room quieter
– provide privacy
– enhance a room’s style
– add texture
– introduce color
– soften a room’s overall feel and ambiance
– make a window read as larger or more substantial
– reduce glare and protect fabrics from fading
– help regulate temperature, making a home feel cooler or cozier depending on the season
Window coverings really are little miracle workers.
In our new house we’ve only hung one window covering so far—the bedroom curtains. Other windows are either bare or temporarily covered with makeshift solutions, which isn’t ideal for privacy or for blocking that midday sun. I keep picturing myself in pajamas waving awkwardly at workers outside through open windows—definitely a strong incentive to install proper coverings.
Our old house – Blinds via Select Blinds > color bamboo tortoise blinds
I don’t want heavy or fussy treatments—just practical, well-chosen coverings. The afternoon sun can be blinding for an hour or so, and summers will only make that worse. Bedrooms and other areas need privacy, and with hardwood and tile floors, sound echoes easily. Soft window treatments help absorb sound and make the house feel more comfortable and calm.
Our old house kitchen – blinds via Select Blinds >> color bamboo tortoise blinds
Years ago we ordered bamboo blinds for our kitchen and family room, and they were a great choice. They matched the style of the rooms, fit well, and functioned smoothly. Ordering custom blinds online felt risky at first, but the process was easy and the result was high quality—so I recommend that option if you want attractive, functional coverings without a huge investment.
NOTE: If you place an order for any window coverings from Select Blinds, be sure you use my special link HERE for the best possible discount! Plus if you enter code INSP1RE5 you’ll receive an additional 5% off the best price offered anywhere!
I’m getting closer to deciding on treatments for the new house. Installing blinds and shades will change the feel of the rooms, and I’m excited to take that step. I’m still choosing styles that suit our windows and preserve the views, and a few windows will need to wait until remodeling is finished. But there are plenty I can proceed with now.
Thank you for the fantastic ideas and input on our kitchen and dining room remodel options. Your feedback helped me narrow choices and feel confident in the direction I’m taking.
I think I’ve finally settled on the best arrangement for our kitchen and dining room. After considering many possibilities, I’m relieved and excited to move forward. I’ll share the new floor plan, design details, and inspiration soon—I think you’ll like the plan as much as I do.
Have a happy day, friends!
After years as a satisfied customer, I’ve partnered with Select Blinds to offer readers a great discount on window coverings. I’ve had an excellent experience ordering from them and am confident you will too.
NOTE: If you place an order for any window coverings from Select Blinds, be sure you use my special link HERE for the best possible discount! Plus if you enter code INSP1RE5 you’ll receive an additional 5% off the best price offered anywhere!