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The Fix
Designers consider window shades and blinds essential for many reasons. But there are so many options — how do you choose the right ones?
By Tim McKeough
Most windows need a little help from window coverings to manage light levels or provide privacy. But sometimes it’s just about making them look their best.
Window coverings “absolutely add a finishing layer to a space,” said Augusta Hoffman, an interior designer in New York. “A room doesn’t feel finished until you add them.”
Usually, the easiest way to add that layer is by installing shades or blinds. But there are so many styles, materials and installation choices available. How do you decide what’s best for your room?
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Roman shades are a designer favorite because they are made of fabric, so they offer a softening look similar to that of curtains, without dragging on the floor or getting caught up in the furniture.
“I always find it problematic when curtains are not able to function,” said Gideon Mendelson, the designer who founded Mendelson Group, in New York. “That drives me bonkers.”
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