Colonial Revival

Colonial revival homes in San Diego tend to have double-hung windows made up of multiple panes. The windows often come in pairs. Practically any type of blinds and shades suit such windows, but to keep things simple — such as for a minimalist interior design — your best option is cellular shades. An added benefit of cellular shades is they can serve an additional purpose. For instance, they can protect your furnishings from UV damage or reduce the amount of heat entering your home.

Spanish Colonial

There are some similarities between the Spanish colonial and colonial revival architecture. In fact, the windows in Spanish colonial homes are sometimes double-hung. However, it is more common to see casement windows, frequently with arches.

If your Spanish colonial home does have casement windows, you should definitely consider draperies. Sheer curtains are ideal, particularly on windows with arches, as they take nothing away from the beauty of the window itself. Plus, they look light and airy — just what you want in a warm climate. You can hang sheer curtains either from the top of the arch or just below it.

Mission

Popular throughout California, mission-style homes are especially abundant in San Diego. It is common for them to have double-hung or casement windows — sometimes even both in the same building.

Since mission-style architecture is diverse, you need to think about what message you want to portray with your interior design when choosing window treatments. Anything goes: from ultra-modern blinds and classic plantation shutters to sheer curtains with or without valances.

Ranch Houses

Throughout San Diego, you’ll find single-story ranch houses. Their unassuming style makes them ideal for some experimentation in window treatments. If you’d rather go the traditional route, however, you can always stick with classic shades.

An option to bring a sense of modernity to your ranch house that will never look out of place is motorized power draperies. These are ideal when you have expansive windows, as heavy blinds can be difficult to open and close manually.

Split Level

Almost a spinoff of ranch houses, the main difference between ranch homes and split-level homes in San Diego is the floor plan. Split-level homes often have more windows than ranch houses, which gives you the chance to experiment with distinct window coverings in every room.

Prairie

The windows of prairie houses in San Diego can be quite ornate. It is common to see art glass with geometric or floral patterns. In addition, the windows often have elaborate upper sashes.

The right window treatment for a prairie house is down to a mixture of personal preferences and the design of the window. However, you cannot go wrong with sheer curtains. Similarly, horizontal blinds always look like they belong. If you have several windows in a single room, each with its own window treatment, it is worthwhile opting for motorized power draperies. That way, you can raise and lower the window treatments simultaneously.

Townhouse

There are many townhouses in downtown San Diego. These buildings are defined by their urban interior design. Although the smaller square footage means that windows tend to be smaller than those of homes in the suburbs, motorized power draperies are still perfect for their modern feel.

Whatever window treatment you choose for your townhouse, it’s a good idea to pick something that will block the light. Blackout drapes will stop your sleep from being disturbed from bright street lights or traffic.

Tudor Revival

Tudor revival homes can have various types of windows. However, the formal rooms in these San Diego homes almost always have windows made from leaded glass with diamond panes. This is a stunning feature you don’t want to hide. A great solution is sheer curtains to frame the window.

Craftsman

Windows in craftsman homes are rather plain, but the right window treatments can liven them up. Almost anything suits these windows: shades, blinds, shutters, curtains. Treatment with a pattern or a design with several colors is excellent for increased visual interest.

Post-Modern

A post-modern home is defined as being completely original. As every aspect of the interior design needs to be unique, it’s no good using store-bought solutions. Use your window treatments as a chance to get creative and try out unusual materials, forms, textures, and patterns.

Whatever window treatment you pick, the only way to make it reflect your personal style is with some customizations. When you work with the interior designers at 7 Sisters Interiors, we’ll make sure you pick a window treatment that suits your home and then we’ll help you personalize the solution to make it unique.