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From a Fishbowl to a Fabulous Master Bedroom

When a new client comes my way, I listen to them talk about the room that is being considered for custom work.  The beauty of my job is to create a design that addresses their needs and concerns.  I enjoy getting to know them, their likes and their dislikes.  It all plays into the design.
Two arched windows--one on each side of the bed.
Twelve feet wide and facing west.
Two more windows-each 6 feet wide.
This beautiful home is filled with beautiful windows.  The master bedroom is large, grand and well proportioned.  The windows are in abundance.  The homeowners want to have the luxury of "sleeping in" on Saturday morning, if possible.  So my work begins.  Total coverage is the bottom line.  Now that is a lot of fabric and a lot of draperies.  

They selected fabrics for a complete bedding ensemble.  From there we selected fabrics for the draperies and for a touch of interest--I created a valance with lots of detail.  Placing the slightly undersized valance around the top of the room brought some continuity to the room, as each window was a different shape and size.  The technical application is a challenge.  I have some great installers and that makes my job a bit easier.
The bedding consists of a duvet cover constructed from embroidered fabric, trimmed in a silk cord and has a down insert.  The fabric was selected as a compliment to the Karistan rug.  The shams are made from quilted, embroidered silk, accent pillows are from solid colored silk taffeta and the final personalized touch is a monogrammed roll pillow.

Luxurious sleeping happens when you have luxurious bedding.  Just a personal "feeling" I try to weave into every bedroom suite I create.
The window treatments are installed and the room begins to be transformed from a fishbowl to a warm and inviting room.  Great place for a nap--even on a sunny day.  We have conquered the abundance of light with the block out lining.

One special request from the homeowners was to find a way to protect the nightstands from harm while placing books or a drink on them.  I fabricated custom dresser and nightstand runners edged in silk cord and placed a small detail of three covered buttons in silk on the drop down sides.  They are the perfect touch to complete this fabulous master bedroom.

Just another reason that custom designed work can really work for you.
The homeowners, Jeff and Sarah were wonderful clients.  They placed so much trust in me and made my job so much "fun".  Sometimes I don't want to tell them just how much fun I am really having; but inside I am saying, "I just love what I do."  A special thanks to both of them.

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  1. Elizabeth MaxsonAugust 25, 2010 at 3:05 PM

    Aren't good clients the best? Loved seeing your work - it all looks so great!! :-)

    Love
    Elizabeth

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