When Clients Become Cherished Friends: Custom Draperies on the Big Island of Hawaii
People often ask what makes the Adrette experience different. The truest answer we give is this: our clients become our friends. This is the story of how a borrowed umbrella on a rainy afternoon in Hawaii became one of the most joyful projects of our career.
How to Conquer the Challenges of Designing Window Treatments for a Custom-Built Home
Designing window treatments for a custom-built home is exciting—but it can also be unexpectedly complex. When Amy and Nathan set out to create a home full of character, color, and meaning, they discovered that the secret to getting custom design right is planning early, pivoting often, and taking the journey one thoughtful step at a time. From blueprint reviews to on-site walk-throughs, fabric challenges, and ever-shifting design decisions, this story reveals how a patient, collaborative process transforms a house under construction into a soulful, beautifully cohesive home .