Inside Everhem’s Jake Arnold Collaboration

Everhem launches a collection with designer Jake Arnold

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One of the biggest challenges when designing a home is investing in details that make the space feel beautiful and complete in the long run. One example of this is window treatments. But this category is surprisingly undersaturated. While there are lots of ready-made options available, there aren’t many custom window treatment brands that cater both the trade and direct-to-consumer market. This is surprising given the high demand for this product. After all, every home has windows.

This was certainly an issue for Haley Weidenbaum, founder of Everhem, who was an interior designer prior to launching the brand in 2018.

“After years of working with clients, I recognized a major gap in the market: custom window coverings were essential, but the process was confusing, time-consuming, and often overlooked,” says the entreprenuer. “Many clients didn’t know where to begin, didn’t budget appropriately, and struggled to find reliable guidance. I saw that homeowners and designers alike wanted a better solution—one that made it simple to order high-quality, custom window treatments without the stress and uncertainty.”

Weidenbaum tells me that approximately 40 percent of the brand’s business comes from designers and trade professionals, while the rest is from the direct-to-consumer market. “We’ve seen continued growth on both sides, with designers playing an increasingly important role in expanding the brand’s reach.”

Here’s why this emerging brand is changing the market, along with everything to know about the their newest collection with AD 100 designer Jake Arnold.

Why Windows

Windows are such an important part of any space. So, when it comes to designing a home, it’s crucial to focus on them and create a design moment. According to interior designer Rob Diaz, (who is not affiliated with the brand), a room simply isn’t finished without proper window treatments. “They complete the process on window and door glazing and soften the look of each space.”

This is just as important, if not more than, other elements. “We always opt for custom treatment on our homes as we have furniture, rugs, and other design details to consider. Custom window treatments tie the room together.”

Window shades, such as matchstick shades, also add a layer of practicality. “We love Everhem’s line of oak matchstick shades they made in collaboration with Annie Meyers-Shyer of This Oak House. They add warmth and texture to a space while offering additional privacy.”

A Precision Product

One of the biggest challenges of the window treatments is how precisely they need to be manufactured. Everhem offers free virtual consultations not only to ensure windows are properly measured but also to suggest the right product. After all, improper measurements (even up to a quarter of an inch) can mean the difference between a full blackout effect and a sliver of light coming in. While this might not seem like a major issue, it can be for those with sleep issues, as well as in children’s and babies’ rooms.

Another part of the precision is that all the products are manufactured and hand-sewn in Los Angeles, where the company is headquartered. Because window treatments defy current fast-furniture and fast-decor trend cycles, there needs to be a strong focus on quality. Weidenbaum says she personally goes to the workrooms to oversee the artisans making her product.

Collaboration With Jake Arnold

Another hallmark of Everhem is how the brand collaborates with interior designers. The brand’s inaugural collaboration was with Heather Taylor Home in 2023, and since then, they have launched lines with Amber Lewis, Annie Meyers-Shyer, and Carly Kuhn.

So, Weidenbaum was very excited to partner with Jake Arnold, who is known for not only his individual work, but also collaborating with a variety of renowned brands, including Crate and Barrel and Parachute Home. But, this is his first time designing window treatments.

“Collaborating with Jake was a goal of ours because he has always been a strong believer in the importance of window treatments. He’s spoken about how transformative they can be in a space, so working with a designer who truly shares that point of view felt like an obvious yes.”

The line offers a complete range including drapery, Roman shades, café curtains, and newly introduced “fixed curtains” made for windowpanes with a fixed bar on top and bottom of the window and French doors). Signature pieces include the sculptural London Shade, the relaxed Jake Pleat Drapery, and the Sudare Woven Wood Shade, which is a new product inspired by traditional Japanese weaving.

It’s also the launch of new colorways for Everhem, which is known for its neutrals. “The color story moves beyond familiar neutrals into a layered palette of tonal blue-grays, powdery blues, warm citrine, golden saffron, and softly luminous linens, accented by rich walnut woods and trims in muted green, blue-gray, and deep navy – creating a look that’s both elevated and warmly lived-in,” notes the founder.

Arnold is equally enthused about the line. “The collection is rooted in balance. I wanted the pieces to feel calm, intentional, and enduring. Not overly traditional, but not stark or minimal either. Every element was designed to bring softness and structure into a space in a way that feels architectural yet approachable. These are window treatments that enhance the atmosphere of a room without calling attention to themselves.”