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Studio McGee is synonymous with effortless, approachable luxury and has been ever since launching in 2014 and gaining a devoted following with their Netflix show, Dream Home Makeover. Shea McGee’s latest venture brings her signature style into custom window treatments with a debut collection for The Shade Store. Designed by Shea herself, these fabrics feature a calming palette with rich texture that invite you to curate your own personal haven with Studio McGee window treatments.
Cover Photo: Tailored Pleat Drapery with privacy lining, Studio McGee Stonewash, White, design by Studio McGee, photography by Lucy Call
Introducing the Studio McGee Collection
Subtle patterns and relaxing hues are the defining features of the Studio McGee collection. Inspired by Shea’s favorite influences, including classic Americana and the beauty of nature, the collection is versatile and timeless—but still manages to feel fresh. The warm, neutral color palette is punctuated with patterns and textures that lend each design a sense of depth. “I love that when you step back, a lot of these materials have a neutral effect, but when you get close, you see all the beautiful, luxe details,” says Shea.
Hear from Shea herself about her collection and see Studio McGee window treatments brought to life in her very own home.
Explore Each Nuanced Pattern & Calming Color
Dive into the effortless luxury of Studio McGee window treatments for yourself by exploring each of Shea’s approachable designs.
Galley Gingham
A delicate take on ever-classic gingham offers endless versatility with its soft colors and visual texture.
Choose this for: A subtle pattern that won’t overpower your room’s design.
Gypsum Stripe
Nuanced neutral colors and a supple feel with tactile and visual texture, Gypsum Stripe brings distinctive dimension to your design.
Choose this for: An irresistibly soft texture that invites touch and adds just the right hint of design dimension.
Stonewash
A European linen-inspired fabric with an ultra-soft texture and subtle stonewashed look with natural highlights and lowlights that create beautiful movement.
Choose this for: A touch of luxury that’s versatile and approachable.
Ticking Stripe
A fresh spin on an iconic design, Ticking Stripe is quintessential of Studio McGee projects. It blends timeless Americana with modern versatility while offering understated polish.
Choose this for: A grounding element of your design that anchors other prints and patterns in the room.
Field Plaid
A handsome plaid reminiscent of menswear, this classic pattern offers a soft hand and sophisticated aesthetic.
Choose this for: A rich, refined look that elevates your interior.
Textured Multiweave
Highly textured with a tactile look, this distinctive, neutral fabric is lightweight while having a rich, velvety feel.
Choose this for: A touch of visual depth and dimension in versatile, neutral tones.
Wildvine
Inspired by flora outside Shea’s studio, this evocative, dreamy pattern made of pure linen epitomizes laid-back luxury.
Choose this for: A romantic feel and eye-catching pattern that’s sure to spark conversation.
Why Choose Custom & Tips for Getting Started
Shea relies on custom window treatments, not only for her design projects, but also for the window treatments in her own home. “For me, it’s about the transformative power of layering luxury and personality, allowing the window to become a room’s defining feature. That’s why I always use custom window treatments in all my projects,” says Shea.
Benefits of Custom Window Treatments
Custom window treatments also offer benefits over their premade counterparts that elevate not only the look of your space, but its functionality too. Some benefits of custom window treatments according to Shea include:
- Feeling confident in your project thanks to your ability to be in control of every detail.
- Enjoying complete flexibility to get the right look and functionality for every space in your home.
- Adding value to your home with tailored, high-quality window treatments that elevate your home.
Tips from Shea for Your Custom Project
To ensure your custom window treatment project is a success, take this advice that Shea uses herself:
- Start with functionality: Do you need a blackout effect, insulation, ease of control or another function? These factors help narrow down the type of Studio McGee window treatments that will best suit your space.
- Get the measurements right: Ill-fitting window treatments can throw off the whole look and feel of a room. For a polished, curated look, your window treatments should perfectly fit within the window frame for an inside-mount application. Or, for outside mount, they should extend beyond the frame to visually heighten your space.
- Choose materials that complement your room’s mood: The fabric color and pattern you choose won’t just affect the aesthetic of the space, but the feel of it too. Make sure to choose the right fabrics—like soft, natural cotton or linen for relaxation, or a pattern for more dramatic spaces—for an intentional design.
- Think of window treatments as an essential part of your room’s design: The textures and tones window treatments bring to your space affect the overall design, so approach your window treatments as a foundational layer, rather than a finishing touch. The result will be a more balanced, elevated and complete aesthetic.
A Relaxing Hangout
Living rooms are for spending time with your loved ones in a relaxing space, and custom window treatments can help you achieve the right look with the right privacy and light control. In her bright, welcoming living room, Shea chose drapes made of her Stonewash fabric in White, which is a warm ivory color with a subtle shimmer. She says about Stonewash, “I had my heart set on creating a beautiful stone wash European Linen and after many iterations, we created the most beautiful drapery fabric.” The effect is a soft, elegant look and that invites touch. With privacy lining on the drapes, Shea is able to soften light in the room for a warm glow while enjoying peace of mind.
Other design elements in the room, such as the modern stools and classically shaped couch feature her signature style: “As a designer, I’m known for mixing old and new together in one space, and my living room really embodies that signature aesthetic.”
A Calming Sanctuary
Your bedroom should be a relaxing haven where you can wind down from your busy day. For Shea, creating a sanctuary was essential. “When designing our bedroom, I really wanted it to be a calming retreat from all the busyness that happens in our daily lives. This is our Gypsum Stripe fabric. I’m so excited about it that I decided to layer both the drape and the Roman Shade in the same fabric—and then of course did a blackout lining because that is the key to a relaxing retreat.”
Studio McGee window treatments made of Gypsum Stripe in Canvas deliver warm, neutral color that’s full of texture. The sandy colored drapes invite touch with their rich texture while softening the look of the space. The Flat Roman Shades balance the softness of the drapes with their clean, simple lines while adding architectural structure to the room’s design. Plus, the blackout lining creates a tranquil room darkening effect ideal for sleep.
Simple, Chic & Functional
While a mudroom may not be the first room that comes to mind for custom Studio McGee window treatments, creating a cohesive design through your entire home means no room goes untouched. Especially for a mudroom with wide windows, window treatments can give you privacy when you need it, as well as adding a curated aesthetic. To contrast the dark cabinets, Shea chose her Ticking Stripe fabric in Dune, a warm, off-white color with subtle stripes, for Flat Roman Shades. The shades offer clean, crisp lines for a modern look that mirrors the lines of the cabinetry and wall paneling. Plus, with motorized control, Shea can easily control their height with just the press of a button—which is ideal for tall windows behind a counter.
A Contemplative Mood
While most of Shea’s home is light and bright, her husband, Syd’s, office offers contrast with its dark walls that create a contemplative atmosphere. To balance the deep color of the walls while still maintaining a sense of dimension in the design, Shea chose to layer two highly textured fabrics: “I did a mix and match effect with the Roman Shade and the Drapes. I love plaid because if feels really classic, [and] it’s a great way to incorporate pattern into your space in a subtle way.”
Field Plaid in Canyon is a warm, medium-beige shade that gently lightens the space without creating too dramatic of a contrast with the rich-toned walls. Layering Textured Multiweave in Almond for the Roman Shades with privacy lining brightens the space even more with a lighter shade illuminated further with natural light filtering through. The layered Studio McGee window treatments create a dynamic design that’s also practical, so Syd can achieve the right level of light control and privacy any time of the day.
Casual Elegance
Even custom Studio McGee window treatments on small windows can make a big impact on your room’s overall design. For her kitchen window behind the sink, Shea chose her Galley Gingham fabric in Willow, a soft, sage green color, for Relaxed Roman Shades. The subtle pattern adds just a touch of color to the charming, gently swooped shades, for an intentional, refined effect. Shea says of the pattern, “I love gingham…I wanted to create an effect that allowed [the pattern] to be a soft color in the room but not overpower a design; just complement it.”
Start Designing with Studio McGee Window Treatments
With insight from Shea and inspiration from Studio McGee window treatments in her own home, you’re ready to dive into your own project. Start by ordering free swatches of your favorite colors and patterns from the Studio McGee collection with The Shade Store. The fabrics in the Studio McGee collection are compatible with all Drapery and Roman Shade products so you have a lot of variety to choose from to get the right functionality with the perfect look.
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