(And how to make sure you don’t)
You’ve invested in your dream home with beautiful architecture, custom cabinetry, imported marble, handmade tile, and the finest finishes. But all of that can lose its luster if your window treatments aren’t given the same level of attention.
Nothing cheapens a luxury home faster than builder-grade blinds, drapery that hangs flat and limp, or shades that ruin your curb appeal. Window treatments might seem inconsequential during the busy build process, but they will have a huge impact on how your home looks and feels, both inside and out, once you move in.
The Hidden Pitfalls of Cutting Corners on Window Treatments
When budgets get tight toward the end of a build, window treatments often land at the bottom of the priority list. But if you’ve ever been in a custom home that doesn’t quite feel as elevated as it should, take a second look. The window treatments might be why. And when you’re in a home that truly feels luxurious, pay attention to the drapes and shades. Well-designed window treatments feel like an integrated part of the architecture—a quiet kind of luxury that completes the space.
Here’s what happens when you skip or skimp on custom window treatments:
Your home loses its polish. Cheap, ill-fitting, or poorly-designed window coverings stand out, especially in a house otherwise designed with care. Think plastic blinds against beautiful millwork, bulky headrails that project out far from custom windows, or drapes hung low and right on the glass that block view and making ceilings look squatty. These seemingly small missteps can make even the most thoughtfully designed home feel mediocre.
You compromise privacy and light. Skip window treatments or choose sheer fabrics in the wrong rooms, and you’ll feel like you’re living in a fishbowl, on display for all your neighbors to watch. Go too opaque everywhere, and your home will feel like a dark cave.
You block the best parts of your view. Improperly planned treatments can unintentionally cover architectural details and the stunning scenery outside your windows.
You hurt curb appeal. Your home’s exterior can lose its wow factor if the window treatments don’t complement it. Poorly designed shades and drapes often appear like bedsheets hanging in the windows and make the exterior feel unfinished or cheap.
You miss opportunities for advanced features. If you don’t plan early, you’ll miss the chance to recess shades into the architecture, prewire for automated window treatments, or incorporate switchable smart film. The early planning stages are the best time to incorporate these features.
You sacrifice longevity. Builder-grade or low-quality products often fail within a few years, and when they do, you’re on your own. What seems inexpensive at first ends up costing more over time because you end up replacing them sooner and more often than you would with quality products.
Window Treatments Without Compromises
You shouldn’t have to choose between beauty, function, and budget. At Drapery Street, our designers create a cohesive window treatment plan that enhances every room, without skimping on style or functionality.
We help you allocate your budget wisely, investing in custom solutions where they’ll have the biggest impact and choosing smart, stylish options for secondary spaces. We offer three levels of products—Luxury, Premier, and Essential—so we can tailor your selections room by room, making sure your investment goes further without compromises. Our layered approach to materials and design ensures your home looks elevated in every room, without unnecessary overspending.
Our team’s deep knowledge of fabrics and materials allows us to source high-quality options at smart prices. We also help you avoid costly mistakes that can happen when ordering online or designing without professional guidance.
Unlike big-box or online retailers, we stand behind everything we install. Our products come with limited lifetime warranties and a Love It Guarantee, so if anything goes wrong, our team will make it right. You can feel confident knowing your investment is protected.
The Drapery Street Difference
Our interactive showrooms are designed to help you see, touch, and experience the possibilities. You can compare fabrics, explore automation options, and see firsthand how professional design makes a difference.
At our Fishers showroom, the Pre-Build Center takes it a step further. Side-by-side displays show the difference between consulting with Drapery Street before a build versus after, so you can clearly understand your options at every stage of the process.
We never want homeowners to end their build wishing they had known more. Every choice should be informed, whether it’s pre-wiring for automated treatments before the drywall goes up or finding smart alternatives if that stage has already passed.
With our expertise, tiered product offerings, and commitment to quality, you can create window treatments that enhance your home’s architecture, protect your investment, and ensure your million-dollar home looks and feels exactly as it should: extraordinary.
Let’s start planning beautiful window treatments for your new home.
