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 

Creating an Outdoor Living Space

Outdoor living is all about comfort and relaxation. It can happen wherever you have outdoor space – in the courtyard or backyard, balcony or terrace. 

Build your outdoor retreat from the ground up, considering flooring, plants, furniture, umbrellas and awnings. There are so many choices in colors, finishes and materials – and most outdoor living elements are now made out of materials that resist degrading in the heat and humidity. 

For your flooring, think wood planks, terra cotta, flagstone, pavers, or an interesting cement finish. Outdoor rugs can soften a hard flooring choice. 

In your furniture scheme, plan for a dining area with tables and chairs, and a more casual lounging area for just hanging around. 

Explore the variety of furniture materials available, including real or faux wicker, teak, faux wood products, powder coated aluminum and glass.

For sun covering, you can use umbrellas, have a shading structure built or install an awning that comes out from the house. Or you can get your shade from strategically planted trees! 

In the foliage category, consider blooming flowers that add not only color, but smell good, too! A lush trellis can add intimacy and privacy. 


For your dining pleasure, use washable cotton table linens or even paper napkins and unbreakable plates and glasses. It’s time to put away the starched table linens and the fine china and take it easy. 

Accent pieces that add to your outdoor ambience include throw pillows, outdoor lanterns, water features, candles and flower arrangements.

And don’t forget the barbecue! Who doesn’t like cooking and dining in the open air? 

According to Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, 72% of their Facebook fans say that a backyard barbecue is their favorite kind of summer party. But keep it easy because people also like the easy, relaxing feel of outdoor dining. 

Planning for outdoor living now lets you be spontaneous when the good weather arrives. Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project.

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.

Wreaths all year long

Wreaths Can Last All Year Long

Many of us think of wreaths as decorative elements only for the December holidays or for Thanksgiving, but the fact is that a decorative wreath – depending on its style – can add a beautiful touch to your home all year long. 

Wreaths that incorporate non-holiday elements, such as nuts, seeds, seashells, pine cones, citrus leaves, flowers and fruit can be displayed any time of the year. 

Wreaths are not just a visual design element. They can add a scrumptious aroma to your home too! For the holidays consider traditional fir and pine. For all year long, think bay leaves, sage, cinnamon, rosemary and chili peppers. 

Do you have an unusual space where you want to hang a wreath? Wreaths don’t have to be perfectly round. Sometimes they’re oval, square or rectangular, and that shape can add a unique decorative element to your home.

And wreaths can be hung just about everywhere, not just on a front door! This includes walls, windows, above fireplaces, even on a mirror in your powder room! Of course, hanging a wreath on the front door during the holidays is the perfect way to get your guests into the holiday spirit before they even come into your house! 

Add a beautiful wreath to your home this season – for now and into the coming year. Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project. 

Accents of Black

Black Never Goes Out of Style

There’s something about adding one or two elements of black to a room that anchors the room and enhances the other colors. You and your guests may not even notice the touch of black, but it does make a difference. 

Black is a powerful color, so a little goes a long way in adding drama, sophistication, seriousness or masculinity. And one of the best things about black is that it never goes out of style, even as other colors rise and fall in popularity, so your black accents will probably outlast all your other design elements! 

Black goes well with so many colors: It looks beautiful with cream and white, but also with bold jewel tones and soft pastels.

Today, some people are even decorating with black as the primary color in their design scheme – but be cautious about using too much black, it can be overpowering. 

Ideas for a touch of black include:
- Window treatments, valances or drapery rods
- Area rugs or flooring
- Frames for paintings, photographs or mirrors
- Side tables
- Lamps or lampshades

More ideas are:
- Upholstery fabric
- Accent wall
- Pillows and throws
- Wrought iron fireplace accessories
- Lacquer moldings around windows and doors

Anchor your home decor by adding a splash of black in every room. Please contact us for more ideas or for help with your next design project. 

Better Sleep solution this school year!

It’s hard to believe a new school year has arrived. How is your family adjusting? It’s hard to get used to being on a strict schedule again, and without proper sleep, the vibe in your household can probably be described as grumbly, at best. Never fear – we have sleep solutions for you that will deliver a better night’s sleep to everyone in your family – including you! e.

 Get rid of distracting light.

Whether it’s coming from a street light on your cul-de-sac, or a favorite device, there’s no place for distracting light in your family’s bedrooms. Take inventory just before bedtime – are passing cars a problem? Is the nightlight in your child’s room too bright? Does the whole room just need to be darker? We can help. From overall room-darkening, to blocking out intermittent light, window shades will offer sleep solutions for a better night of sleep. Not only will your child receive uninterrupted sleep, but getting back on schedule has never been easier than with a darkened environment when it’s time for an earlier bedtime.

Start with a great schedule.

You’ve been on summer vacation, and that means that rules and schedules are pretty much out the window. Routines are key to happy transitions and changes in your family’s life. As hard as it is, getting back on a schedule is one of the most important things you can do. That may mean the kids are going to bed with light still outside their windows. It’s time to set the scene with the ultimate control: PowerView automation. Step One: Use the Scene Controller in PowerView to save just the right settings for a good night’s sleep in your child’s room. Five minutes before bedtime, have it scheduled to adjust automatically – or use the PowerView App to set the scene in an instant. Voila! Sleep solutions are easy with the intuitive technology of PowerView. You can even schedule the window shades to open in the morning, letting sunshine do the waking as you get breakfast ready. Don’t struggle to get your mornings going, let PowerView automation come to your rescue.

Summer vacation has come to a close; school is officially back in session. Make sure this school year is a successful one for your family, as you find sleep solutions to help them start every day rested and refreshed. We can help. Come visit us to discover options for light control and energy efficiency for your child’s room. And just wait till you see what PowerView can do for your lifestyle. Contact our team, at Interior Motives and more..., for a free, in-home consultation.

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.

Custom Bedding and Bedspreads

No matter what your style, we'll make custom bedding that fits your bed and room décor perfectly.
  
Let the experienced staff at Interior Motive and more... help you design and select the perfect bedding - available in a wide variety of styles, colors and fabrics.

We offer custom comforter sets, custom duvet covers, custom linens, custom bed sheets, custom throw pillows, and custom bed covers.

We supply expert design, measure and installation service on our draperies and custom bedding for all of McHenry County and Northwest Suburbs. 

Let our experienced staff help you design and select the perfect bedding to match your bedroom decor. 
 
We specialize in bedspreads, bed skirts, throw pillows, duvet covers, comforters and more. All are available in a wide variety of styles, colors and fabrics.

  

YELLOW!

Yellow adds sunshine and brightness to a room.

It's a positive and enthusiastic color! Each yellow hue is more luscious and vibrant than the next, including: - Lemon yellow - Marigold - Canary - Mustard - Flax - Banana - Goldenrod - Butter yellow - Saffron Think yellow tones for so many of your interior design elements: - Upholstery and drapery fabrics - Paint - Tile accents - Bedding and bath linens - Painted furniture - Wallpaper - Tableware - Even a bowl of tangy lemons or a vase of perky sunflowers Yellow goes with almost any style of décor and plays well with a variety of colors. Think of pairing yellow with a black and white decorating plan, with brown and cream, or with a soft gray palette. Yellow also looks beautiful with most any shade of green, and with reds and blues too! Want to make your rooms more energetic and joyful? Add yellow to your home environment!

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