5. Dimension When it comes to design, vertical dimension, or the available space from floor to ceiling, is key. You can place curtains closer to the ceiling to make a room look much larger than it would with window treatments covering just your windows. When it comes to designing a closet, take advantage of all vertical space so that you not only get more storage, but you also open up the area to create the illusion of more square footage.

This family room is used to watch movies as well as host casual get togethers in the bar area. The client required a functional solution to provide the necessary privacy at night, and limit incoming light for movie nights. The Distinction tracked pole by JSC runs the full span of the glazed doors, wrapping around the corners. The Surf heading style minimises curtain stack. Several free-moving curtains offer the flexibility over where to stack the blackout fabric, adapting to any scenario.

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A midcentury style living room creates an indoor-outdoor space with wide-open views of lush hills through the large AG Millworks Multi-Slide Patio Door. Photo by Logan Hall

Reclaimed Oak Barn Door

The owners of this prewar apartment on the Upper West Side of Manhattan wanted to combine two dark and tightly configured units into a single unified space. StudioLAB was challenged with the task of converting the existing arrangement into a large open three bedroom residence. The previous configuration of bedrooms along the Southern window wall resulted in very little sunlight reaching the public spaces. Breaking the norm of the traditional building layout, the bedrooms were moved to the West wall of the combined unit, while the existing internally held Living Room and Kitchen were moved towards the large South facing windows, resulting in a flood of natural sunlight. Wide-plank grey-washed walnut flooring was applied throughout the apartment to maximize light infiltration. A concrete office cube was designed with the supplementary space which features walnut flooring wrapping up the walls and ceiling. Two large sliding Starphire acid-etched glass doors close the space off to create privacy when screening a movie. High gloss white lacquer millwork built throughout the apartment allows for ample storage. LED Cove lighting was utilized throughout the main living areas to provide a bright wash of indirect illumination and to separate programmatic spaces visually without the use of physical light consuming partitions. Custom floor to ceiling Ash wood veneered doors accentuate the height of doorways and blur room thresholds. The master suite features a walk-in-closet, a large bathroom with radiant heated floors and a custom steam shower. An integrated Vantage Smart Home System was installed to control the AV, HVAC, lighting and solar shades using iPads.

Custom wood garage doors, traditional Southampton country garage/guest house

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A laundry room is housed behind these sliding barn doors in the upstairs hallway in this near-net-zero custom built home built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Architectural Resource, Photography: Joshua Caldwell

Hunter Douglas Designer Custom Screen Shades are great patio ideas. These roller shades are made of a solar mesh material that will withstand the elements and can be motorized blinds with PowerView motors. This Patio - Sunroom Project looks at some patio ideas and sunroom designs that will include window treatments for sliding glass doors, french doors, roller shades and solar shades. Outdoor curtains, blinds and shades can be made of solar fabric mesh material that will withstand the elements. Windows Dressed Up window treatment store featuring custom blinds, shutters, shades, drapes, curtains, valances and bedding in Denver services the metro area, including Parker, Castle Rock, Boulder, Evergreen, Broomfield, Lakewood, Aurora, Thornton, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Arvada, Golden, Westminster, Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, Wheat Ridge. Come in and talk to a Certified Interior Designer and select from over 3,000 designer fabrics in every color, style, texture and pattern. See more custom window treatment ideas on our website. www.windowsdressedup.com.

bathroom and dressing area, master bed build out of garage

Sliding glass doors are a great feature for any home. They give easy access to the outside, without intruding on your indoor or outdoor space, provide you with a great view and also let in a lot of natural light from the outside. Sheer Vertical Blinds are a great window covering solution and give a sleeker look than traditional vertical blinds.

Peter Sellar, www.homedesign.com 44 Belvedere Residence. Windows, doors and curtain walls by Bigfoot Door. Designed by Guido Costantino.

The master bedroom has custom teak casework and a sliding door. The vanity in the background is completely supported from wall to wall, and never touches the floor

Carriage House loft bedroom shares space directly with open bathroom with barn door separation from loft kitchen/living space - Interior Architecture: HAUS | Architecture + BRUSFO - Construction Management: WERK | Build - Photo: HAUS | Architecture

Kitchen sliding glass door

Kitchen sliding glass door

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