Well, it’s raining again, and you’re stuck in your cave space of choice, perhaps with dreams of blanket forts dancing through your thoughts.  You’re not surprised by this all-too-common weather but you’re experiencing some serious grey-sky blues.  So how do you come out of “le funk”? Light. There’s always some amount of light even in […]

Planning and decorating a child’s room is, for some, one of the most enjoyable parenting tasks there is. Choosing colors, furniture, and bedding are, naturally, an important part of designing a child’s room — but don’t forget the most important part: your child’s safety. Whether you’re babyproofing for an infant or toddler or creating a […]

We absolutely love a good makeover story, don’t you?  Whether they are major renovations or small changes in accents (new shades, perhaps?), it’s always inspiring to see a room undergo a transformation. We are extra excited about inspiring makeovers this week, and wanted to share a few of our favorites.    From Cold to Cozy – […]

It’s too easy to get the blues in winter. The days are darker.  Nights are longer.  Have no fear – Décorview and Emily Henderson are here to brighten your days (or at least your home)! We’ve teamed together to bring you the chance to win a Shiny, Happy Room Makeover.  That’s right! You could have […]

We’ve talked about the Four Rs of sustainable design this week and how recycled materials can add value and elegance to your home. But what are the Three Rs when it comes to designing your kids’ rooms? Teaching kids about preserving and protecting the planet is important. But what other opportunities for life lessons could […]

October is Child Safety Month! This month, the Window Covering Safety Council and the US Consumer Product Safety Commision (CPC) are urging parents to replace outdated window coverings with newer, safer products.  You may think cordless window coverings are expensive or a hassle, but you’d be surprised at how affordable and convenient they are.  Check out […]

When you want to go green, inevitably you’ll find yourself on a journey. It often starts small, with a decision to do something like switch to reusable grocery bags or make a conscious effort to use less electricity at home. From there, you realize how easy it is and start looking for more advanced ways […]

  Daylighting, Solar Heat Control and UV protection are concepts people outside of the window covering industry may not think about when choosing window coverings, yet they are very important. By choosing the right window coverings you can save on heating and cooling costs, save on usage of electrical lighting and protect your floors and […]

As I renovate a rural residential property in the wine country, people have been asking, What style are you going for?  Country? Not really. Rustic? Not quite. Tuscan? No… High ceilings with exposed wooden beams. Gooseneck lamps with high-gloss metal shades. Bead board set horizontally on the bathroom walls. Open shelves cut from reclaimed barn wood. […]

How energy efficient is your home, really? You’ve got Energy Star appliances, you’ve replaced all your light bulbs with energy efficient CLF light bulbs, your windows are insulated.  That’s it, right? Your home is as energy efficient as it can be, saving you money on energy costs and doing your part to help the environment.  […]