Decorating a Nusery

Child-Safe Window Treatment Solutions

Safety features are very important considerations for nurseries and children's rooms. 

Your window treatments should have no looped or loose pull cords, and wands should be 

out of your child's reach. 

Interior Motives and More ... in Huntley, IL carries a wide selection of Hunter Douglas window

treatments that can be equipped with child-safe operating systems. 

Options include the LiteRise® operating system, a cordless system that holds blinds and 

shades securely in any position: Simply push up to  raise and pull down to lower. 

The elimination of lift cords means increased safety for children and pets. 

Another cordless operating system is SimpleLift™ for Applause® honeycomb shades. 

The contoured bottom rail makes raising and lowering simple—no handle is necessary.

The revolutionary Hunter Douglas UltraGlide® operating system uses a retractable

 cord mechanism to raise and lower the window shade or shading. A constant cord 

length means there are never any long, dangling cords, making this an ideal solution for a 

nursery or children’s room. 

Shutters are another child-safe window treatment to consider. 

Too many choices? The experienced staff at Interior Motives and More ... in Huntley, IL 

can help you select the best solution for your home. Please contact us to get started with 

your project.

Interior Motives and more...

11179 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois 60156

(847) 669-3941

www.interiormotiveshuntley.com 

Decorate with Rustic Wood!

Rustic Wood - A Natural and Beautiful Design Element

Many people opt for smooth and refined wood when decorating their homes, and that’s a good choice. But consider adding rustic wood for an even more natural and woodsy feel that’s comforting, because it reminds us of the past. 

Rustic wood comes in many varieties, including maple, oak, aspen, pine and walnut. And it comes in many looks, such as boards recycled from American barns to logs, driftwood and tree stumps. 

Since rustic wood is all about the rough look, keep texture in mind when you select your other home furnishings. A rough texture like linen complements rustic wood, or use a smooth texture like silk as a contrast. Other home fashions that go well with rustic wood include textured flooring and items made from leather or silk.

Rustic wood looks fabulous with white or light beige as a neutral because the light, clean color brings out the beauty and grain of the wood. Effective accent colors include sage green and rusty red. 

Consider the following elements for adding rustic wood to your home: 
- Coffee tables, end tables, and dining tables
- Flooring
- Shutters
- A wall or sliding door taken from an old barn


More ideas for rustic wood elements are: 
- Fireplace mantels or surrounds
- Bookshelves
- Kitchen or bathroom cabinets
- Bed frames

If you like texture, nature and a warm, earthy look, decorating with rustic wood may be just the style for you! 

Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project.

Bring a Wild Touch Into Your Home

Bring a little wildlife into your home with animal accents such as rugs, upholstery, drapery fabric, wall coverings, sculpture, wall art, and more. 

Just one animal accent in a room can become the engaging focal point! 


Very popular right now are leopard and zebra print rugs. Or go outside the box with a pattern that depicts antelope, cheetah, tiger or giraffe. 

Animal print rugs are especially effective in small spaces, such as stairways, powder rooms or foyers – and these small rooms are a good place to start if you’re feeling nervous about adding a large amount of animal accents to your home. And you can even buy animal print rugs in colors that aren’t realistic at all, such as a magenta and black striped zebra rug.

Animal wall art includes the famous Audubon prints or similar etchings or block prints of birds and animals. Or hang photographs of animals that you take yourself or purchase. 

For sculptural animal art, think a decorative birdcage, that can be empty, filled with plants or even housing a live bird! 

Sculptural animal art can sit on floors, mantels or tables – or be part of the table! It can be made from a variety of materials including metal, ceramic, stone or Lucite. 

Take a walk on the wild side by adding a touch of animal accents to your home! Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project. 

Decorating with Clocks

Clocks are also beautiful and appealing in a home office, bedroom, living room, dining room and home office. 

Choose a clock with chimes and you’ll not only get a visual design but an auditory addition to your home. And a pendulum on a clock can add motion to your décor. 

Every minute counts. Add a clock to your décor before more time slips away. Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project. 

STORE HOURS

Monday through Friday 

10am-4pm

 We are happy to assist you at any other time,

including evenings and weekends...

Simply call to schedule an appointment

Interior Motives and more...

11179 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois 60142

847-669-3941

www.interiormotiveshuntley.com

Window Treatments for Bay, Corner and Bow Windows

 

Window treatments for bay, corner and bow windows are usually standard rectangular window installations. The window treatment panels are independent of one another, which means that you can use almost any product to cover your window. 

                                                                                            Interior Motives and More ... in Huntley, IL offers a wide selection of blinds, shades and shutters for your bay, corner or bow window - see below for some samples. 


contact us to get started with your project.

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STORE HOURS

Monday through Friday 

10am-4pm

 We are happy to assist you at any other time,

including evenings and weekends...

Simply call to schedule an appointment

Interior Motives and more...

11179 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois 60142

847-669-3941

www.interiormotiveshuntley.com

Custom Headboard

Customize your bedroom with a soft and fashionable upholstered headboard for sweet dreams and a beautiful finishing touch. 

Add luxury and comfort with an upholstered headboard. They come in a variety of shapes with coordinating fabrics to complement your bedding and other bedroom decor.

Bathrooms

Make your bathroom into a personal retreat.

Beauty and function go hand in hand in this important room. Some obvious places to start your bathroom plan are: - A paint color that makes you feel pampered - An elegant vanity, maybe even a vintage table that’s repurposed - New countertops, backsplashes and sinks - Updated hardware, including faucets, pulls and handles, available in such a variety of looks and finishes - Beautiful framed mirrors, instead of frameless wall-to-wall mirrors - New layered lighting that’s beautiful AND functional, and even a skylight to bring in natural light Redoing the shower or tub is a bigger project, but how much fun to create a luxurious bathing experience. This is a good place to spurge on finishes and hardware since you’ll enjoy them every day of the year. Function is also key when updating a bathroom. - Use slip-resistant flooring. - Select finishes that are easy to clean and resistant to water, especially if you live in a humid environment. - Plan for as much storage as you need, so the bathroom never looks cluttered. - Include plenty of towel racks, so towels are easy to reach and have a chance to dry. - If you have space, include a place to sit, whether it’s a built-in bench or a movable chair or stool. Ready to have a luxurious new retreat in your home? Focus on remodeling your bathroom this season!

STORE HOURS

Monday through Friday 

10am-4pm

 

We are happy to assist you at any other time,

including evenings and weekends...

Simply call to schedule an appointment

Interior Motives and more...

11179 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois 60142

847-669-3941

www.interiormotiveshuntley.com

Window Covering Measuring and Installation

Let us do the measuring and installation and make your life easy! Our experienced staff is fully trained to properly measure and install virtually any window covering.
  

When you work with us, you will be assured of the perfect start and finish to your window coverings project.  Our installers are prompt, courteous and helpful, and you'll feel comfortable inviting them into your home.

Our experienced staff uses professional techniques and equipment on every measuring and installation project. They're fully trained to properly measure and install virtually any window covering.

STORE HOURS

Monday through Friday 

10am-4pm

We are happy to assist you at any other time,

including evenings and weekends...

Simply call to schedule an appointment

Interior Motives and more...

11179 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois 60142

847-669-3941

www.interiormotiveshuntley.com