Denver Hunter Douglas Window Treatment Trends For 2009
With a new year, new trends and “fashions” in home decor will move to the forefront. Windows are one of the more common elements in a room that people use to show their style preferences and should not be over looked. Not only will professional Denver window treatments add appeal to the overall look of the room, but they can also help address common concerns like energy efficiency, fading, and privacy.
Because of the conscious efforts to become more green, consumers are trending toward materials that are more organic in nature. Woven wood shades are more popular than ever, offering a diffused lighting and interesting texture to a room. Made from grasses, bamboo, and other types of wood, these blinds add a textural depth to any window. These shades go well in nearly any style of interior due to their neutral colors. The shades add a welcomed look of warmth to any setting.
Complicated custom draperies in Denver have fallen out of popularity recently, but those looking for a designer look can still find a number of luxurious fabrics out there to use on their custom window treatments. Silk, velvet, and even suede add a lavishing feel to any room, especially when paired with trims, beading, and shimmering hardware that draw attention to the fabric.
Expect to see a shift towards more refreshing patterns and colors in 2009 as well as a continued popularity of linen and silk. Pantone designated the yellowish “mimosa” hue as the “color of the year.” Mimosa is a great choice for textiles this year as it goes well with nearly all other colors while providing a sunny colored frame for your windows. If you’re looking to set the tone of the room with your window treatments, expect to see an uprising of large scale floral prints. Sound like too much? Patterns that are too overwhelming can be brought down a few notches by hiding them in pleats while still getting the statement that you desire.
If you want to enjoy privacy yet still have great light control, sheer window treatments are the best option. The new sheers are far from the old slubbed polyester Grandma had, offering playful textures, shimmer, color, and superior drape ability. Sheers are being used as primary shades and panels for a chic, minimalist effect.
One of the biggest trends to monitor this year in window fashion will be the increasing use of technology. Denver Hunter Douglas, for example, has motorized nearly all of their window shades and offers decorative hardware and controls. Switches and remotes have been around for a while to operate motorized window treatments, but this year expect to see an increase in the number of companies that have internet-enabled shades. Yes, that’s right. Think you forgot to close the shades before you left for work this morning? Not to worry. With today’s technology, you can literally get online and close them from your office.
Drapery Hardware | Jane | 13 March 2009 |
