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Do You Have a View of Nature?
At my house, I can see a lot of trees, but my main view is of the San Francisco skyline. Sometimes I miss the more idyllic views that I grew up with in a rural community. Do you have a nature view at your home?
Do You Use Storm Windows?
Storm windows were once a common weatherization measure in older homes, but since new windows have super-efficient glass, it's less common. However, older homes that still use single-pane glass can benefit from the use of storm windows. Do you use them in your home?
Show Your True Colors With Products That Put Down Windows
Are you ashamed to hide behind a Windows screen? Stuck in a messy PC vs. Mac battle?
Cool Idea: Cabinet Door Mirror
In a Sydney home tour shot by photographer Todd Selby, I noticed this old cabinet door — check out the knobs in the center behind the plant — repurposed as a mirror, and love the look of it. I've seen old windows repurposed in plenty of ways (see here and here), but never a door. On second thought, this could be a window that opens outward.
So You Think You Can Dance Goes Tech With Ade's Solo
I'm a big So You Think You Can Dance fan, so when one of my favorite dancers ended up in last night's bottom six, I held my breath as he prepared to dance for his life. But really, what was I worried about? Ade not only totally came through with a powerful solo, but it was choreographed to a song that included a few Windows sounds I'm all too familiar with.
Cool Idea: Old Windows as a Room Divider
I recently showed you a few ways to decorate with old windows, and I've seen another instance that I just had to share. I stumbled across the Le Créme Spa in San Francisco, and was charmed by its shabby chic interior design. Here, the salon hung an arrangement of five white windows from the ceiling to separate the front desk from a bench used for pedicures.
Does Your Home Have Any Round Windows?
This round window is actually part of St. Margaret's Church, which is on the grounds of Westminster Abbey. I love the middle hinge that halves the window.
How-To: Decorate With Old Windows
Ever since I saw Marie De Salle's apartment in High Fidelity, I've been obsessed with the idea of reusing old windows in interior design. While this look is often given too much of a shabby chic bent, it can be integrated into any decorating scheme with a little care. One word of warning: when using old windows for decoration, you should make sure they aren't painted with lead paint.
How-To: Hang Curtains
Hanging drapery is often the finishing touch a room needs to give off a polished look. But beyond that, the smallest difference in length can also make a drastic difference. That said, you should always take measurements before you buy any curtains, and if you must, just buy the longest size and alter them later.
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