Category Archives: Coastal Design

I love Drapes www.PattersonDecoratingGroup.com/blog

I love Drapes

It’s no secret that I LOVE drapes!  A big part of my business is designing and installing window treatments. You can give any room in a boost with beautiful drapes and the draperies you choose go a long way toward giving your room personality.

When designing a room there are many layers but the one that makes the biggest impact is the window treatments.  The other elements are super important too; paint, rugs, furniture,  art, and accessories but the drapes are always the icing on the cake.

What can be more lovely than volumes of beautiful fabric that add softness to a room and are functional as well if you choose to use them as your window coverings? If you prefer decorative side panels; pair them with blinds or a shade for a perfect combination. Here are a few of my favorites:

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Inspiring Outdoor Spaces www.PattersonDecoratingGroup.com/blog

Inspiring Outdoor Spaces

Summer is winding down and I really hate to see it go.  Even though we’ve had some really hot days, this is my favorite time of year and my outdoor spaces become really important since we spend more and more time outside. 

My house is never going to look as perfect as these beautiful homes, but we can all steal ideas from theses inspiring outdoor spaces! I hope you find some ideas that you can use for your house.

There’s not much reading here, just lots of beautiful photos. Be sure to scroll to the end, some of my favorites are last. I hope you find something to inspire you for your own home.

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