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Floral Drapes in a Transitional Setting
Fairfax, VA. Usually floral drapes are not a good choice for a transitional look as they tend to be too old fashioned, but this modern take on a classical pattern pulls together the color palette and Usually floral drapes are not a good choice for a transitional look as they tend to be too old…
Hide the Hardware in a Situation Like This
Arlington, VA. These unlined flat roman shades are especially unique because of how we handled the hardware mechanics. Usually the draw cords go every 6 inches, but we placed them so they would disappear behind the dark stripes for a flawless finish.
Neutral Doesn’t Mean Bland
Arlington, VA. Neutral doesnt mean bland- these neutral panels complement the decor of the home and give an overall peaceful vibe to the room. We at Drapery Designs really enjoyed working with the linen texture of these unlined sheer panels for a modern family room.
Two Story Transitional Window
Silver Spring, MD. Drapery Designs kept a consistent look from the top to bottom levels of this home with drapes and sheers for the two story transitional window. The fully functional full length drapes were fully lined, and the seam lines of the under-sheers were hand finished for a clean look.
A Clean Finish to a Waterfall Edge Cushion
Arlington, VA. This 3″ bench cushion shows off its complex design in the waterfall edge, which was aided by dacron to insure a seamless curve. Designed by Samantha Friedman interiors and crafted by Drapery Designs, this cushion had to be custom shaped due to the unusual shape of the bench. Throw pillows designed and created…
A Transitional Style
Arlington, VA. These interlined, single width, European pinch pleat drapes with accent trim along the leading edge are a perfect example of a transitional style. Drapery Designs teamed up with Samantha Friedman Interiors, who designed this perfect balance between traditional and modern fashions.
A Pop of Color to a Girls Bathroom
Arlington, VA. Drapery Designs collaborated once again with Samantha Friedman Interiors for this girls bathroom. Originally stream lined in grey and white, the designers brought in a pop of youthful color to complete the look with a custom designed valance and upholstered chair. The valance was particularity unusual to fabricate, the window was very small…
Alterations for a New Look
Arlington, VA. One thing many people don’t know is that Drapery Designs does alterations as well as custom window treatments. The owner of a clubhouse had Roman shades that were too heavy for their design, and kept breaking down. Frustrated, the owner came to Drapery Designs for help. We altered the shades into modern valances…
A Soft Frame for a Kitchen Window
Arlington, VA. The clean lines and neutral colors of this box valance create a perfect soft frame for a kitchen window. The contrasting trim and insert pleats keep this valance from the ordinary with its subtle beauty.