Stepping into my penthouse is almost like entering a different era. Despite the white walls and built –in furniture, I transformed my abode into a souvenir sanctuary- a home to me and my husband. Walking into the foyer and extensive living area is like visiting a palace.

You can’t help but notice the chandelier suspended over the dining table. Though old world in spirit, our home is not far behind in terms of modern amenities. Our lights-thoroughly modern- were purchased on discount through a friend. The crystal chandeliers looks so elegant in the living room.The glowing atmosphere that is similar to a candlelight adds instant glamour to the room. Chandeliers really sets the tone and a great focal point for a room. Curtains made of rich fabrics from Bangladesh, Thailand, laos and India are hanging on different part of my house. Since no structural interventions could be made on the unit, we had to cleverly arrange the interiors to create a look all our own.

I believe that if you want a unique place, you must invest time and allow things to happen on their own.

Decorating your house can be a little hassle. Based from experience, I had a hard time on choosing the right color combination of the furniture and sheer curtains drapes. Yes, that’s right, when choosing your furniture and curtains, you have to consider the blending of the colors of those items, or else, it will really look awful. Another thing is you have to consider the textile used on those curtains. Some textiles may look rough and it will not suit your comfy couches. I actually read some tips about choosing the right curtains for your room and saw some great pictures at the curtain shop website http://thecurtainshop.com.

When you’re planning to change your or install your curtains, things must be checked first. Aside from choosing the color and material, you have to check the dimensions of the curtains as well. Try to get a tape measure, and check the sides of the windows. You also need to take note of the length of curtain. Also, check the bar and the rings wherein you’re going to attach your curtains to. It will be advisable if the length of your curtain would be just 6 to 7 feet depends on your window type.

As for me, since I’m more into nature colors, I like green curtains that really complements my brown sofa and pastel color carpets. This is indeed a relaxing combination.

For graveyard and night shift workers like me, sleeping is will always be a struggle, since unlike all the other normal people around me, I have stay awake during night time, and sleep while the sun is up and everyone already have their eyes wide open, being busy with their everyday lives. In my apartment, the problem that I feel is the most annoying is fighting against sunlight. Don’t get me wrong though, I love sunlight, not just when it is a weekday, because during those times, I need to have my sleep so I could perform my job properly at the hours of darkness. Good thing people have decided to do something about it and invented blinds.

My window blinds right now are my most prized possessions, mainly because they help me a lot when trying to catch sleep every morning. When your sleeping time is at a time where every noise in the city is blowing their horns simultaneously, it is really a big help to at least, make your room dimmer so you could get some well deserved sleep. Thanks to Hunter Douglas, the one where I got my blinds from, I can now sleep tight and in fashion too, because I was able to get a well designed blinds that is really fitting for my apartment. Whoever it is that invented the blinds, thanks a lot!