Sunday, December 26, 2010

Top 5: Drapery Panels + Accessories

Credits: Pottery Barn, Ikea, Costplus World Market, West Elm, Bed, Bath & Beyond

A quick way to freshen up a space or add privacy, window treatments can take a space from drab to divine in a matter of minutes.

Here are our top 5 steals of the moment: 

PANELS 
A great midcentury print that freshens a space with its white background, coordinates beautifully with wood tones and neutral walls. 
***Look for these in the office scenes of Mad Men, they've used all 3 colors! 



Good quality at a great price for an essential basic. Easily customized with tape trim or combined with a colorful sheer. 

Too heavy? Their Casual Cotton Drapes are also a steal!


Too sheer? Add blackout lining.


Adds a casual layer of color to a pair of solid panels.


A great basic to have, for either hiding an open closet or adding a touch of luxury to a space. Various colors - our favorites? Champagne and Chocolate.


HARDWARE


Available in 3 finishes, this sleek, modern design is very chic and blends within many interior styles.



Simple, classic designs in high quality wood are especially beautiful when paired with silk curtain panels.



Slightly more traditional designs in high quality materials in a variety of finishes 



An inexpensive and chic option for modern and industrial spaces, these wires can be installed to accommodate a variety of window sizes and setups. Can be hidden with a valance for a more traditional look or paired with pocket-style panels for a more streamlined version. Can be used indoor and outdoor, works well for room dividers. 


KEYWORDS
*Blackout Liner - Great to use in bedrooms and areas with heavy sun
*Sheers - Can look beautiful when paired with heavier panels, allows privacy during the day 
*Double Rods - Allow sheers and drapery panels to act separately.
*Panel/Hanging Types: Rings vs. Grommets vs. Pocket vs. Pinch Pleat - All have their benefits: 

Rings
Slide easily across rods, can add a more decorative touch to your windows.

Grommets 
Add a more industrial feel. 

Pocket 
Most simple style - best for stationary panels.

Pinch Pleats
A style of panel, commonly hung on hidden rings


HANGING HINTS
Try to hang your curtain rod 2"-3" below the crown molding or ceiling; this will give the illusion of higher ceilings and larger, taller windows. 




Friday, December 24, 2010

Celebrate.

Credits: H&M

Celebrate the holidays inspired by H&M's new home line. Launched in Scandanavia and coming to the US soon!








Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Butterfly Valve by Justin Corl

This 3D valve assembly was created for an assignment in 2010. All internal details, even threads, are included. Good work, Justin!


3D Animations by Jacob Hundt

These 3D models and their detailed components were created in AutoCAD, then imported into a program called VIZ where the challenging and time-consuming work of animation took place. Good work Jacob!

Router Base by Hope Jordan

This die-cast aluminum base for a Milwaukee router was reverse engineered in 2010. In this process, students use vernier calipers, micrometers, and a variety of other measuring tools to measure an actual part, then create line drawings or 3D models with AutoCAD. It's a complicated and technical challenge. Good work Hope!


Town Welcome Sign by Victor Escalante

This sign was created for an assignment in Design Processes class. Each student was given a design brief with requirements and limitations, then given the freedom to be creative. The design had to include a mint leaf somehow, since that's one of the iconic images of the town. It also had to include a new slogan. Good work Victor!

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Brick Veneer Construction Detail by Andrew Huff

This isometric drawing shows brick veneer on wood frame construction. It was completed for an assignment in 2010. Good work Andrew!

Isometric Foundation Detail by Jared Weldy, Paul Wannacott, and Matthew Holderman

This construction detail is the result of a collaborative effort, completed for an assignment in 2010. Good work Jared, Paul, and Matthew!

Multiview, Isometric, and Section Drawings by Caleb Janezich

Caleb completed this drawing set for an assignment in 2010. It includes multiview, full section, isometric, and isometric full section section drawings. Good work Caleb!

Multiview + Isometric by Jacob Box

Jacob completed this multiview and isometric drawing set for an assignment in 2010. Good work Jacob!



Multiview Drawing by Cyle Warner

This multiview drawing set was completed in 2010 for an assignment in a beginning level class. Good work Cyle!

3D Models by Jason Scott

This group was completed for an assignment in 2010. Good work Jason!

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Gable Roof Framing 3D Model by Katie Stoller

This 3D model of T-gable roof framing was created for extra credit in 2007. It was a technical challenge. Good work Katie! Advancing technology made possible the fly through movie several years later.


Roof Framing Isometric by Daniel Smith

This T-gable roof framing isometric was completed in 1999 for a class assignment. It was a complicated and technical challenge. Good work Dan!

Corner Framing Detail by Austin Coffel

This isometric corner framing detail was completed for an assignment in 2009. Good work Austin!

Multiview Drawing by Diandra Beachy

This multiview drawing set was completed recently for an assignment in a beginning level class. Good work Diandra!

Isometric Drawings by Ruthie Enamorado

These isometrics were completed recently for an assignment in a beginning level class. Good work Ruthie!

Monday, December 13, 2010

House Design by Amy Gumz

Amy designed this house and prepared a full set of drawings in 2006. A few are posted below. The first drawing is an isometric floor plan. She didn't forget the roof - it's supposed to look like this! Good work, Amy!
Dimensions removed for clarity...

Thread Drawings by Jordan Keck

Jordan made these detailed representations of square and unified threads in a beginning level class way back in 1996. Good work Jordan!

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Flanged Coupling by Allen DeSchepper

Allen made this full section assembly way back in 1995. Good work, Allen!

3D Pac-Man Game by Adam Biddle

Adam created this 3D Pac-Man game last year for extra credit. It would be fun to see it animated! Good work, Adam!