Ready For The Sun

You can’t escape summer, but you can make your home look cool and comfortable with softer hues.

- Ridhi Kale

Curtains that breathe

With the harsh Indian summer knocking at their window, homeowners need to make their homes light and non-oppressive. “Opt for cottons and sheers and regulate the glaring heat and light by layering windows with wooden or bamboo blinds,” says architect Sunita Nair of Studio Amaya. Special window and glass treatments, such as insulation, double-panes, tints and strong seals along the frames can go a long way in reducing heat infiltration and controlling high energy bills.