Soften the decor, dampen acoustics, boost privacy, reduce energy costs – there’s no end to what you can achieve with the right window treatment. “They can completely elevate the feel of a space, adding warmth, texture and light control. They also provide a measure of insulation, helping to keep rooms cool in summer and warm in winter,” says interior designer Jasmine McClelland. “Well-chosen window treatments are an investment that can add value to a property and make a house a home,” adds Neale Whitaker, interior design expert and brand ambassador for Luxaflex Window Fashions.
If you favour blinds, you will quickly discover that there’s a design to suit just about every room style and set-up. There are sleek and practical roller blinds, the casual aesthetic of roman blinds, panel gliders for larger windows, versatile venetians and plantation shutters for a more tailored look.
Keen to take the sting out of power bills? Seek styles in insulating fabric. “As much as 30 per cent of heat loss from a home occurs through uncovered windows,” says Neale. “Honeycomb-technology blinds, such as Luxaflex Duette Architella Shades, are wonderful insulators and very adaptable – a versatile choice.”
This story is from the September 2020 edition of Australian House & Garden Magazine.
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