D&WC June 1998

Special Features

Spotlight: Accepting the Challenge
Nick Christopulos, owner, Window Visions, Wheeling, IL.
by Howard Shingle
Photography by Nick Christopulos

Cover Story: Back to the Future
Creative House Interiors' ticket to success is found in old-fashioned virtues.
by Howard Shingle
Photography by David Bentley

Special Report: CMG Looks to 2000
Color directions for the turn of the century.

On-line: Looking for a New Computer? Let the Buyer Beware
Even the best-made plans can go awry once you're in the store.
by Reid Goldsborough

Product and Design

Design Solutions: Soften Verticals with Custom Valances
Offering customers a choice of valances can set you apart from competitors.
by Sharon L. Anderson, IDEC

Portfolio: The Greens of Summer
Today's interiors are resplendent with the lush colors of many kinds of foliage. So brush up on a green (or two or three) and watch the window fashions and room accessories come to life.
Graphic design by Lynda Petrie

Design Perspectives: Color and the New Millennium
Tune in to the influences that direct your customers' color choices.
by Karla J. Nielson, WCAA, Allied ASID

Workroom Operations: Room to Grow
Quilting not only may fill a special niche in your market, it may be the answer to filling in those slow periods.
by Kitty Stein, WCAA

Business Issues

Fax-back Survey: Cellular Shade Brand Awareness Survey

Window Treatment Advertising: Millennium Marketing Survey
Another poll? Yes. One that may help you plan for future marketing.
by John J. Lichty

Market Trends: Consumer Purchasing Patterns
Based on past trends, consumer spending for window coverings soon will top $10 billion annually.

Trade Show: Hit the Jackpot
The Pacific Home Fashion Fair returns to Las Vegas.

Showcases

Wood Treatments

Motors and Motor Systems

Soft Shades

News & Information

Editorial

Industry News

News Makers

WCAA Notes

Industry Profile

Marketplace