Weekly Design Inspiration: Hang Loose

Few things say luxury quite like custom drapes. Whether you opt for motorized or good old-fashioned manual drapery, we love what window treatments can do for a home. Although they often go unnoticed there are many design decisions that you can make regarding your drapery that help to define your home’s personality. Today we are showing you some of our favourite drapery styles for your home. 

Pinched pleat

At CPD we love to dabble in lots of different styles, one of which includes that traditional, colonial feel. That is why we love the pinched pleat drape. You can accessorize the pleats to your heart’s content. You can customize how many pinches per pleat, you can choose if you want to adorn the pleat with any finishing touches like buttons, and you can choose the fabric that feels right for your space. Love the look but want to make it more casual? Use a linen-blend that has a breezy feel to it.

Source: Jenna Sue Design

Source: Tessa Neustadt

inverted pleat

If you feel like your home isn’t formal enough for the pinched pleat look then maybe the inverted pleat is what is best for you. The drape is still pinched but the pinch is facing the wall, which creates a nice, billowy look facing the room. The look is still uniform which gives it an elevated feel but without all of the bells and whistles that the pinched pleat has.  

Source: Tiffany Leigh Design

Source: Wildflower Home

s-track

If the modern look is more your style then be sure to look at s-track and ripple fold options. We love this look for new builds and modern homes because it really takes advantage of the large windows and tall ceiling heights that people tend to opt for nowadays. The track is tight to the ceiling (or recessed) and essentially blends in. This is a great way to maximize your window size as you don’t need to have wall space for a rod. The minimalist look of this style really lends itself to contemporary homes and this option can also save on costs as your don’t require a decorative rod.

Source: Tiffany Leigh Design

Source: Cuchi

Design Tip: Before you get your heart set on a fabric, ensure that it’s ok to use as drapery. Fabrics will be classified for their approved uses on the back of the sample. Additionally, try to get a larger sample if possible, as it can be difficult to tell how the fabric will hang based on a small piece and of course, always be sure to test the colour in your own home.