Window Treatments for Cynics: Every Home Needs Good Design

Would you believe that some people don’t like window treatments? Shocking! Just kidding; it’s actually more common than you might think. If you are one of those people who prefers the look of a bare window but you still need some level of privacy or light filtering, never fear. We are sharing the preferred window covering options for curtain cynics and free spirits.

ROMAN SHADES
While many homeowners will opt for a Roman shade paired with drapery panels, you needn’t be all that fancy. Nor should you feel obligated to select a shade in some outlandish color or wild print. Simple is best in your situation: a white Roman shade, no drapery panels.

If you need the shade only for privacy, unlined fabric will be ideal. However, blackout lining can be added if you need to darken your space, such as a bedroom, home office or nursery.

ROLLER SHADES
The most stoic of window treatments when used alone, roller shades are more function than fashion. When they are not needed, they roll up tidily. You’ll quickly forget you have them until the next time you need them. Similar to Roman shades, you can choose from solid colors or patterns and light-filtering or blackout lining.

For your optimal solution for unfussy window treatments, we recommend roller shades in a neutral or monochromatic color to help them blend seamlessly into their surroundings.

WOOD BLINDS
Wood or faux wood blinds are an excellent option if you like texture, and they are especially useful if your space lacks interesting architectural elements. While your rebel side might balk at the solid, grounded nature of wood blinds, your space will thank you.

And here’s a secret we’ve learned over the years: When your space looks good, it makes you feel good. Perhaps it isn’t that you dislike window coverings, but that you are just living around the wrong ones for your home and lifestyle. We are here to help!

PRO TIP
While drapery panels might not be your favorite, remember that even stationary panels will increase your perceived wall height when placed floor to ceiling.

Before becoming an interior designer, Kathleen Jennison worked as certified public accountant for a national firm. A near-fatal car accident changed her career path and life forever. She suffered serious brain injuries, and her doctors suggested she take art classes to help with her rehabilitation. With her newfound love for design, she studied at the Art Institute in Sacramento, obtaining her bachelor’s degree in interior design. She is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and has served as the director of marketing for the National Association of Remodelers for the Greater Sacramento area. In 2009, she started KTJ Design Company.
404 N. Harrison | Stockton, CA 95203 | 209.915.0442 | kathleen@kathleenjennison.com