Homes & Gardens, May 2025

Georgia Zikas Design was featured in Homes & Gardens in an expert advice article explaining how to properly measure for curtains and achieve a polished window treatment.

The feature explores the key steps homeowners should follow when planning new curtains, including selecting the type of curtain hardware, positioning the rod, and determining the correct width and length of the drapes. Designers emphasize that measurements should be taken from the curtain rod or track rather than the window itself, since the hardware determines the final curtain size.

Experts also note that curtains typically look best when hung wider and higher than the window frame. This technique allows more natural light to enter the room and visually enlarges the window opening, creating a more balanced and elegant appearance.

The article explains that curtain width is usually based on the length of the rod or track. For a full, luxurious look, designers often recommend fabric that measures between one and a half to three times the width of the rod, depending on the curtain style and desired fullness.

Length is another important consideration when measuring curtains. Some designs end just below the window sill, while others extend to the floor or even “puddle” slightly for a more traditional look. The exact measurement should be taken from the top of the rod to the intended curtain endpoint.

Through expert features like this, Homes & Gardens highlights the practical side of interior design. Georgia Zikas Design is recognized for contributing professional insight into the details that help transform everyday elements—like window treatments—into thoughtfully designed, well-proportioned spaces.