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Tip for Traditional Style

Trends come and go so quickly that it can take time to keep up. You want your home to have a pleasing aesthetic but be on-trend a year from now. What’s the solution? Traditional style. What is traditional style? The team at SunGard Window Fashions is happy to tell you about it.

Image of a room with layered drapery and a traditonal color palette

Defining Traditional Style

Traditional style can be subtle or extravagant, but it is never dull. As the name implies, the traditional style’s roots remain historically European, but the aesthetic easily adapts to modern accents. You can spot traditional style by the comfort it exudes rather than the sleek functionality of more modern decor styles. Odds are, you’ve seen many traditionally styled homes and may not have known it.

Tips for Adding Traditional Style to your Home

Emphasize textures

One of the fun components of traditional decor is the way you can mix textures for visual interest. You can add texture using accessories, like an ornate mirror on the wall or a colorful vase. You can also use furniture for texture. Consider cozy armchairs with wood detailing or a chunky knit Roman shade.

Use colors wisely

Warm and jewel tones are hallmark colors of traditional decor but feel free to use a patterned area rug or window coverings. Try to stick to more subtle shades of color rather than very bold, and remember not to use too many colors in a single space. Overwhelming amounts of color can make a room look cluttered and uninviting.

Always include window treatments in your décor

Often people think of window treatments as a separate decor entity when they should be in the thick of the primary style. Drapes are frequently a go-to for traditional window treatments because they have a classic, elegant appearance. This window covering also makes it easy to incorporate texture and color into a space. In addition to their luxurious appearance, drapes also add to the physical comfort of a room. Heavier fabrics block light and help with interior climate control. Try layering drapes with a roller or Roman shades for additional texture and light control.

Details make a significant difference

We’re always fans of crown molding as it draws the eye outward and makes rooms feel more spacious. You can also use vintage art with intricate detail or patterned wallpaper to focus attention on the outer perimeter of the room. Traditional style is all about providing comfort, which is why you’ll see many more pieces in a traditionally decorated space than in a contemporary one. Think about having overstuffed armchairs with fluffy throw blankets draped over the side. By considering cordless window treatments, you can add to a room’s aesthetic appeal with details that cannot be seen.

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Let’s work together to create a stunning traditional style in your home. If traditional decor isn’t your thing, we carry the full line of Hunter Douglas window coverings to accent any decor type, including transitional and modern. Ask us about motorized window coverings to combine traditional style with modern convenience. We’re happy to help you get accurate measurements and expert installation so your new window treatments look how they should. Contact us today to schedule your in-home consultation. We proudly serve Bloomington, IL, and the surrounding areas of Central Illinois.

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