DDL: 5 Trends To Follow For Bespoke Blinds

From intricate and luxurious wooden shutters and damask weaves to minimalistic neutrals and Asian-inspired slats. As fashion has changed over the centuries, so has our taste in window coverings.

Blinds can make a huge impact on your home. Not only does it add to the feeling of luxury and style, it’s also easier to clean and maintain than conventional curtains. But what type of blinds should you select for your home? To help you along with some window wisdom, DDL’s luxury interior designers offer up 5 of the latest trends and innovations in blinds.

1. Inspired by Nature

Nature will always be on trend, and 2017 is no exception. Constructed with recycled and sustainable materials, blinds are also becoming increasingly energy efficient, e.g. honeycomb blinds that have a unique design that prevents air from escaping, providing another layer of insulation to your home. Earth-inspired colours are promoting balance and well-being. Use tactile and handmade textures like linens, hessian and wood for an au naturel look. 2. Metallic Luxury With lustrous sheen and eye-catching finishes, metallic blinds add a glamourous edge to your home. In line with this year’s metallic design trends, metallic-coloured blinds (such as copper, rose gold and black stainless steel) are the perfect way to elevate your furnishings from ordinary to glam. 3. Roman Realism Complementing this year’s minimalistic trend is the crisp, classic lines of Roman blinds. They come in an array of materials and styles, making them a good window treatment for many spaces. Roman blinds also usually work well for the relaxed, comfortable way that most of us approach decorating. 4. Simply Neutral Defying all trends, neutrals will never go out of season. Keep it simple with neutral blinds that really add a sense of elegance to your home. You can use contrasting textures to create some visual interest, or try geometric micro patterns that allow for intricate detailing to shine throug 5. Techno Age As our world becomes more technical every day, it’s safe to assume that a well-decorated smart home is next. Motorised operating systems allow for convenient “blinds management” and ensure no more dangling cords. Your creativity doesn’t need to be stifled either, as different styles and materials allow us to blend technical innovation with luxurious furnishings.

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