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Drawing on the textile business of Charleston, where J|Geiger is based, James Geiger is constantly experimenting with new applications of the shading technology. The brand's shades can be found in modern residences around the country.
Drawing on the textile business of Charleston, where J|Geiger is based, James Geiger is constantly experimenting with new applications of the shading technology. The brand's shades can be found in modern residences around the country.
The Herman Miller Collection and Geiger are hosting an exhibition dedicated to celebrated New York designer Ward Bennett. The showcase features Bennett's classic furniture pieces in an environment designed by Various Projects. (38 Orchard Street)
The Herman Miller Collection and Geiger are hosting an exhibition dedicated to celebrated New York designer Ward Bennett. The showcase features Bennett's classic furniture pieces in an environment designed by Various Projects. (38 Orchard Street)
Mike Tibbetts, senior upholsterer at Geiger in Hildebran, North Carolina.
Mike Tibbetts, senior upholsterer at Geiger in Hildebran, North Carolina.
The kitchen sits just off the living room area for easy entertaining. The roller shades are from J Geiger.
The kitchen sits just off the living room area for easy entertaining. The roller shades are from J Geiger.
The master bath is complete with a deep soaking Agape Spoon XL bathtub. The outdoor area is enclosed for privacy, enabling the extensive glazing. J Geiger roller shades offer additional seclusion.
The master bath is complete with a deep soaking Agape Spoon XL bathtub. The outdoor area is enclosed for privacy, enabling the extensive glazing. J Geiger roller shades offer additional seclusion.
A sitting area in the bedroom features Christian Liaigre Album chairs with Kravet fabric on the body and Castel fabric on the cushions. The floor lamp is from Leflar and the roller shaders are from J Geiger.
A sitting area in the bedroom features Christian Liaigre Album chairs with Kravet fabric on the body and Castel fabric on the cushions. The floor lamp is from Leflar and the roller shaders are from J Geiger.
Pulltab’s ingenious skylit lightwells visible from the terrace Marcovitz and Geiger requested for the newly built-out second-floor roof terrace. The outdoor table is vintage Paul McCobb.
Pulltab’s ingenious skylit lightwells visible from the terrace Marcovitz and Geiger requested for the newly built-out second-floor roof terrace. The outdoor table is vintage Paul McCobb.
It took more than a year for the Marcovitz-Geiger family just to navigate the tangle of renovation red tape to get the needed building permits for their Tribeca loft.
It took more than a year for the Marcovitz-Geiger family just to navigate the tangle of renovation red tape to get the needed building permits for their Tribeca loft.
Inception Shades offer a “J Geiger look” that has been streamlined for more common conditions, like single and double windows. “For typical conditions, there is no roller shade that is better looking or easier to implement,” says J Geiger Founder, James Geiger.
Inception Shades offer a “J Geiger look” that has been streamlined for more common conditions, like single and double windows. “For typical conditions, there is no roller shade that is better looking or easier to implement,” says J Geiger Founder, James Geiger.
The goal of Inception Shades was to preserve the clean and minimal J Geiger aesthetic, while simplifying and expediting the installation process. This vision was realized through the creation of Inception 3eight and 2ten shades (2ten pictured here), which “can be installed in about 1/60th of the time of a traditional J Geiger shade,” says Geiger.
The goal of Inception Shades was to preserve the clean and minimal J Geiger aesthetic, while simplifying and expediting the installation process. This vision was realized through the creation of Inception 3eight and 2ten shades (2ten pictured here), which “can be installed in about 1/60th of the time of a traditional J Geiger shade,” says Geiger.
50 years Master cabinet-maker John Geiger founded Interiors International Limited, the predecessor of Geiger International, in Toronto in 1964. The elegant Scissor Chair designed by Ward Bennet is offered in a metal or wood frame. Photo courtesy of Geiger.
50 years Master cabinet-maker John Geiger founded Interiors International Limited, the predecessor of Geiger International, in Toronto in 1964. The elegant Scissor Chair designed by Ward Bennet is offered in a metal or wood frame. Photo courtesy of Geiger.
J|Geiger shades are deceptively simple. Behind their sleek, minimal appearance lies a surprisingly complex technology invented by James Geiger. What sets J|Geiger apart is a patented, "fascia-free" design, which neatly conceals its mechanics. The shades smoothly raise and lower thanks to a wireless system.
J|Geiger shades are deceptively simple. Behind their sleek, minimal appearance lies a surprisingly complex technology invented by James Geiger. What sets J|Geiger apart is a patented, "fascia-free" design, which neatly conceals its mechanics. The shades smoothly raise and lower thanks to a wireless system.
Custom kitchen cabinets designed by Pulltab and fabricated by Maciek Winiarczyk hold mostly vintage ironstone that Geiger has found at flea markets and estate sales over the past 20 years. "I love white," she says, "because I think food always looks better on it." She also collects vintage wooden cutting boards, shown resting against the marble tile backsplash from Stone Source.
Custom kitchen cabinets designed by Pulltab and fabricated by Maciek Winiarczyk hold mostly vintage ironstone that Geiger has found at flea markets and estate sales over the past 20 years. "I love white," she says, "because I think food always looks better on it." She also collects vintage wooden cutting boards, shown resting against the marble tile backsplash from Stone Source.
J Geiger’s patented floating pocket cover minimizes visual discrepancies between the shade pocket and ceiling by embracing gaps as a design element. Pockets can accommodate multiple shade rolls—one sheer and one blackout. Here, a UV-blocking solar fabric minimizes glare.
J Geiger’s patented floating pocket cover minimizes visual discrepancies between the shade pocket and ceiling by embracing gaps as a design element. Pockets can accommodate multiple shade rolls—one sheer and one blackout. Here, a UV-blocking solar fabric minimizes glare.
Crosshatch Settee from Geiger of Hildebran, North Carolina
Crosshatch Settee from Geiger of Hildebran, North Carolina
J Geiger offers exposed roller shades and pocket shade systems. Both were used in this bedroom, but the aesthetic remains consistent.
J Geiger offers exposed roller shades and pocket shade systems. Both were used in this bedroom, but the aesthetic remains consistent.
A Crosshatch Chair, designed by Eoos for Geiger from Herman Miller, anchors a glass-wrapped reading nook.
A Crosshatch Chair, designed by Eoos for Geiger from Herman Miller, anchors a glass-wrapped reading nook.
Exposed roller shades by J Geiger are practically invisible when the shades are up.
Exposed roller shades by J Geiger are practically invisible when the shades are up.
Sleek window shades by J Geiger complement the home's architecture and provide a clean backdrop for bold furnishings.
Sleek window shades by J Geiger complement the home's architecture and provide a clean backdrop for bold furnishings.
Custom manufactured and installed, J|Geiger shades are designed to complement modern living spaces with their streamlined appearance.
Custom manufactured and installed, J|Geiger shades are designed to complement modern living spaces with their streamlined appearance.
A contemporary metal and glass stairwell leads to a landing that overlooks the courtyard water feature. Large windows are outfitted with fascia-free D Series shades by J Geiger.
A contemporary metal and glass stairwell leads to a landing that overlooks the courtyard water feature. Large windows are outfitted with fascia-free D Series shades by J Geiger.
“J Geiger shades are elegant, quiet, and high-performing,” says architect Damien Busillo of DLB Custom Home Design.
“J Geiger shades are elegant, quiet, and high-performing,” says architect Damien Busillo of DLB Custom Home Design.
The goal of J|Geiger is to create shades that seamlessly integrate into a modern environment. The designs block out light without overpowering a space.
The goal of J|Geiger is to create shades that seamlessly integrate into a modern environment. The designs block out light without overpowering a space.
A home office shares the same courtyard view. D Series shades by J Geiger eliminate the need for a valance or ceiling pocket, which would have distracted from the clerestory windows.
A home office shares the same courtyard view. D Series shades by J Geiger eliminate the need for a valance or ceiling pocket, which would have distracted from the clerestory windows.
Floor-to-ceiling windows connect both levels to the surrounding lot. Motorized shades from J Geiger allow residents to seek privacy within the home.
Floor-to-ceiling windows connect both levels to the surrounding lot. Motorized shades from J Geiger allow residents to seek privacy within the home.
The sliding glass doors draw the eye outside while exposed roller shades by J Geiger blend seamlessly with architecture. The shades feature patented hardware that conceals wires and screws, eliminating the need for valances or ceiling pockets.
The sliding glass doors draw the eye outside while exposed roller shades by J Geiger blend seamlessly with architecture. The shades feature patented hardware that conceals wires and screws, eliminating the need for valances or ceiling pockets.
The bedroom features more bold fixtures. Ocean vistas are unhindered thanks to large windows, sophisticated sliding doors and automated shades by J Geiger.
The bedroom features more bold fixtures. Ocean vistas are unhindered thanks to large windows, sophisticated sliding doors and automated shades by J Geiger.
Floor-to-ceiling windows connect the primary living areas on both levels to the surrounding lot. Motorized shades from J Geiger allow residents to seek privacy within the home.
Floor-to-ceiling windows connect the primary living areas on both levels to the surrounding lot. Motorized shades from J Geiger allow residents to seek privacy within the home.
Light filters through translucent window shades by J Geiger to set a cozy mood in a whimsical sitting room with eclectic furnishings handpicked by Andra Birkerts.
Light filters through translucent window shades by J Geiger to set a cozy mood in a whimsical sitting room with eclectic furnishings handpicked by Andra Birkerts.
Signature J Geiger shades, shown in this spectacular Beverly Hills residence, were expertly adapted in the creation of Inception Shades. Visit jgeigershading.com to learn more about the luxury shading systems that inspired Inception.
Signature J Geiger shades, shown in this spectacular Beverly Hills residence, were expertly adapted in the creation of Inception Shades. Visit jgeigershading.com to learn more about the luxury shading systems that inspired Inception.
J Geiger got its start in 2011 with the goal of creating shades with unobtrusive hardware. But this year its expanded R Series puts South Carolina–made textiles from Mermet, including blackout, translucent, and decorative weave options, in the spotlight.
J Geiger got its start in 2011 with the goal of creating shades with unobtrusive hardware. But this year its expanded R Series puts South Carolina–made textiles from Mermet, including blackout, translucent, and decorative weave options, in the spotlight.
J Geiger revolutionized motorized window shades with a unique fascia-free design. Patented brackets conceal wires and screws for a streamlined look. A coupler bracket (pictured here) can be used to power multiple shades with a single shade motor. Additional hardware options can be configured in various ways to suit unique architecture.
J Geiger revolutionized motorized window shades with a unique fascia-free design. Patented brackets conceal wires and screws for a streamlined look. A coupler bracket (pictured here) can be used to power multiple shades with a single shade motor. Additional hardware options can be configured in various ways to suit unique architecture.
The Landscapes of Quarantine installation at Storefront for Art and Architecture. In this shot, left to right: NYCQ by Amanda Spielman and Jordan Spielman, Hotel III by Mimi Lien, Did We Build The Frontier To Keep It Close? by Scott Geiger, and Pages 179-187 by Joe Alterio. Photo by Nicola Twilley.
The Landscapes of Quarantine installation at Storefront for Art and Architecture. In this shot, left to right: NYCQ by Amanda Spielman and Jordan Spielman, Hotel III by Mimi Lien, Did We Build The Frontier To Keep It Close? by Scott Geiger, and Pages 179-187 by Joe Alterio. Photo by Nicola Twilley.
Products featured clockwise from center: Wyandotte Guest Chair, Skram Furniture, Burlington, North Carolina; Crosshatch Settee, Geiger, Atlanta; Waverly Table, Alabama Sawyer, Birmingham, Alabama; Balloon Bottles, Nate Cotterman, Penland, North Carolina; Chevron Leaf Wallpaper, Assemblage, Witter, Arkansas.
Products featured clockwise from center: Wyandotte Guest Chair, Skram Furniture, Burlington, North Carolina; Crosshatch Settee, Geiger, Atlanta; Waverly Table, Alabama Sawyer, Birmingham, Alabama; Balloon Bottles, Nate Cotterman, Penland, North Carolina; Chevron Leaf Wallpaper, Assemblage, Witter, Arkansas.
Residents Jen Geiger and James Marcovitz have filled their renovated Tribeca loft with a thoughtfully curated collection of vintage modern furniture, Americana, and blue-chip artwork. The primary wall in the open kitchen is filled with photography by German duo Bernd and Hilla Becher. Seating includes a molded plywood lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames and K65 stools by Artek, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1935.
Residents Jen Geiger and James Marcovitz have filled their renovated Tribeca loft with a thoughtfully curated collection of vintage modern furniture, Americana, and blue-chip artwork. The primary wall in the open kitchen is filled with photography by German duo Bernd and Hilla Becher. Seating includes a molded plywood lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames and K65 stools by Artek, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1935.

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