Two windows in this kitchen are framed with kitchen-related components as alternatives to decorating with fabric.  Soapstone counters & slate backsplash are dramatic and dark, so maximum daylight available is essential

Slate backsplash frames the sink window and makes the clean white trim "pop"

Slate color marries the orange hued maple cabinetry with rich black soapstone.  

Copper pots should not be hidden in a cabinet.  They are beautiful, useful, and here, make a great window treatment

Refurbished Murphy table and chairs from the 1920's, copper pots hung on rack create a window valance 

Updated bucks county farmhouse style, soapstone counters with a more black solid sheen than what is traditional, industrial inspired stools, maple shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances including hood surrounded with slate tile backsplash, oil rubbed bronze hardware and lighting, modular carpet stripped runner forms L in work area

Black linen bands frame simple window treatments, intentionally showcasing the William Morris inspired tile backsplash (early 20th c. textile designer), faux roman blinds in countertop area are edged with colored glass beads.

Client selected this William Morris inspired backsplash - which in turn inspired window treatment design

Subtle colored glass beads edge the band on faux roman blinds

Black banding echoes black chairs and kitchen island details

Caramel colored linen drapes flank slider which is topped with swag valance hung on black wooden rings/rods