Next step is to contemplate the atmosphere you’re after in the room. Confident and eclectic, or refined and discreet? The mood in a space can be manipulated using three simple principles: colour; pattern; and texture.

Warm archive colours (from the red, orange and yellow families) feel lively and exciting; cool ones (blue, green and violet) appear tranquil and restful; neutrals are grounding and timeless.

When it comes to choosing a pattern, there is endless choice from botanical trails to vintage florals, animal prints to smart stars and stripes, and from global ikats to historical toiles. If you’re feeling a bit bewildered, a good place to start your thinking is the context of your house. A period townhouse with good architectural bones will happily take a large-scale decorative heritage design, such as Mughal Trail in Cinnabar as shown here in @manwithahammer’s sitting room. A charming chintz inspired by the garden may suit a relaxed country cottage. Likewise, a room that already has a high-use of pattern, on say a rug or upholstered furniture, will benefit from a plain fabric in a hue teased from the existing decor.

And finally, texture. The textile and its handle will bring another layer of interest to your window treatment. The choice of velvet, for instance, brings with it a sense of plush glamour; a classic linen, handsome good looks; and cotton chintzes, sophistication and sheen.

Made to measure curtains in captivating, historical designs result in up-scale window coverings that will frame a view perfectly.

Curtains sit outside the recess of a window and are hung from an on-show curtain pole (usually made from wood or metal) or a concealed track that is attached to the wall above. Think of the curtain and the means by which it hangs as one treatment; they should complement each other and come from the same style ethos.

Depending on the position of the window, you can choose between a pair (two) or a single (one) curtain. Singles can be useful if you don’t have room to pull back the curtain on one side or if a curtain is to cover a doorway.

The heading at the top of the curtain dictates how the fabric drapes. As Lee Clarke explains: “We recommend one of three heading types: deep pencil pleat; double pinch pleat; and triple pinch pleat. These headings have been selected as they each perfectly complement Warner House designs, delivering grandeur and luxury.”

Deep Pencil Pleats are made up of small individual pleats. These deep 6” pencil pleat headings deliver a smart, classic finish and can be hung on any type of curtain track or pole, including on a curtain track in a bay window. Consisting of tightly gathered folds, the curtain can be pulled to the desired width. Curtains with pencil pleat headings will take up more space than pinch headings when stacked back.

Double and Triple Pinch Pleats are hand-sewn pleats which gather the curtain fabric into neat folds. Pinch pleat headings present with a sophisticated, elegant look. “We offer two variations of the pinch pleat; double pinch pleat (as shown here on Orissa in Indigo) and triple pinch pleat, using more fabric but delivering an even fuller drape,” says Lee Clarke. Pinch pleat headings offer good stack back, with the concertina action of the pleats meaning that the curtains do not take up too much space when pulled back.

Made to measure Roman blinds are a neat, chic and characterful way to cover windows. When closed, the panel of fabric is flat and when opened forms orderly horizontal folds in a concertina style. You can choose a discreet chain (in chrome or gold) that operates from either the left or right side depending on access.

Roman blinds make a harmonious and dimensional choice for medium to small windows (as shown here on Balmoral in Olive) or those with something underneath them, such as a radiator, sink or window seat. They can be fitted inside or outside the recess of the window (the space in which your window sits up to the wall). Inside the recess, the blind will sit precisely within the space; outside the recess, you can play with dimension and scale to create impact and retain more light. For added modernity and draught proofing, layer a Roman blind in the recess with curtains outside the recess for a sumptuous and tailored effect.

The final tip is be confident with your measurements. Hand-sewn curtains, such as Celeste in Charcoal shown, are made to your exact specifications so the dimensions of your window are all important and will ensure an elegant and effortless look on installation. At Warner House, we like to make the process simple and understandable so take time to read our guides on How to measure for curtains and How to measure for Roman blinds. We recommend using a metal tape to get an accurate measurement. Note down the numbers as you go along and then enter the details into our super-easy online ordering tool. It will calculate the cost for you there and then. Our expert customer service team is on hand, too, to help guide you through the measuring process at any time.

We hope these design tips have shown you that bespoke curtains and Roman blinds are an inspiring option for achieving unique-to-you decoration at a window at an affordable price. Made to order by real experts using high quality heritage fabrics, our window treatments are delivered in approximately eight weeks by courier. Want to take the next step? Head over to our Made to measure curtains and blinds and access our exclusive range of fabrics to start creating your dream look today.