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    Niche Interiors is thankful for…

    Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

    All our wonderful clients, hard working craftsmen and contractors and dedicated assistants! Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving.

    Painting contractors with an eye for detail and cleanliness!

    Painting contractors with an eye for detail and cleanliness!

    Seamless wallpaper installations

    Our seamless wallpaper installers

    Contractors with attention to detail with built-ins

    Contractors with attention to detail & good eye for proportion.

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    Inspiration: Hearst Castle

    Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

    I stumbled upon these photos I took at Hearst castle a few months ago and was reminded how beautiful it was! Here are a few of my favorite images.

    Roman pool featuring gold mosaic tiles and wonderful symmetry

    Roman pool featuring gold mosaic tiles and wonderful symmetry

    Carved coffered ceiling

    Carved coffered ceiling

    Detail of the Neptune pool

    Detail of the Neptune pool

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    Ask Jen: Window treatments for transom windows?

    Monday, November 16th, 2009

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    Question: I have 2 transom windows in my living room (measuring 47 x 18). The sun comes through them in the evenings and makes it impossible to sit on the couch because, for about an hour, the sun is in my eyes.  Any ideas on how to best dress these windows? –Joan

    Answer: Hi Joan, Transom windows are tricky because using traditional window treatment styles can cover up their beauty and functionality. I would suggest applying a window film to block the glare and filter out a large percentage of damaging UV rays (this will also protect your furniture from fading). One product that may work is 3M Sun control window films. You can purchase this product locally at Climate Pro.

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    Interior Design Trend Watch: Violet, Violet Everywhere!

    Monday, November 9th, 2009

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    Purple has been making it’s comeback in fashion and now in home design. I’ll admit that I haven’t always been the biggest fan of this specific hue, but I’m starting to come around!

    Kartell FL/Y pendant, $293

    Kartell FL/Y pendant, $293

    Crate & Barrel Lima Alpaca throw in plum, $169

    Crate & Barrel Lima Alpaca throw in plum, $169

    Thomas Paul broderie violet pillow, $112

    Thomas Paul broderie violet pillow, $112

    * Check out our professional services: Interior Designer San Francisco *

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    Niche Interiors featured on Home Workshop!

    Monday, November 9th, 2009

    Check out Home Workshop‘s feature article on the Mission Dolores residence!

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