A Chic Take on Internal Blinds
Are you envisioning ways to stylise your indoor blinds? If so, look no further. Think of blinds as a staple design piece appropriate for any aesthetic. Here’s how to dress your interior blinds up or down for a stylish spin on commonplace window accessory.
Blend In
One of the easiest ways to integrate your internal blinds in Melbourne is by echoing area décor. For example, does your home office feature clean lines and calming tones? If so, Venetian blinds make a seamless fit. By comparison, a living room with rich fabrics and relaxing feel would pair well with Roman blinds for a more polished look. The key is to blend in. You’re not looking to create a showpiece; you’re looking to integrate into your existing interior without taking away its winning qualities.
Stand Out
While mirroring is one strategy, contrasting is another. With this tactic, you’re looking to select blinds as statement pieces to up the “wow factor.” Choose colourful shades for definition or large slats for added interest. While bold blinds are doable, remember to aim for a balanced design.
Match Materials
Is your home steeped in natural colours and materials? If so, take your cue from the existing interior and pair like with like. Choose wooden blinds or textured fabrics for a unified front. If cleanliness is the name of the game, plastic may be your material of choice.
Go Green
Another way to dress up blinds is by bringing nature into the picture. Specifically, add small, decorative house plants to your windowsill for a sophisticated touch. Alternatively, use blinds as a neutral backdrop for larger planters and foliage. Whether subtle or substantial, add greenery for an elevated space.
Shine On
Blinds may be beautiful, but nothing beats a view! Choose a style to showcase sunny days, a lovely garden, or the rugged Aussie coast. Opt for low-opacity solar shades to highlight vistas and limit lighting. If you’d rather, let the sun in with sheer curtains and couple them with darker drapes for twice the privacy.
Think Stripes
Stripes are a staple of every wardrobe and a classic design pattern. Integrate the look with zebra shades for alternating light and coverage. (These roller blinds can be adjusted for full or partial shade as a solid or stripe.) Try other horizontal styles such as slat wood or Roman blinds for an understated pattern.
Look Up
Horizontal blinds are by far the most common style, so bucking the trend is a look all its own. Choose vertical blinds for a formal flair or to emphasise high ceilings and architectural detail. These blinds are commonly available in wide slats, but the material may vary. Choose from vinyl, PVC or fabric depending on practical and stylistic preference.
Be Smart
Smart technology is everywhere including in the household décor space. Choose motorised blinds to adjust lighting at the touch of a button. Somfy motorised blinds and curtains feature an electric motor for ease of use. Combine with roller, Roman or Venetian blinds for a custom selection, and turn your home into a smart home!
Accessorise
Believe it or not, there’s more to blinds than meets the eye. For example, roller blinds are often built with a pelmet at the top for stylish concealment purposes. At Clarks Blinds & Screens, we also offer swags (ie, fabric draped over a rod), decorating rods and other blinds and curtain accessories. Step up your window treatment with the appropriate accoutrement.
Style Summary
Getting the most out of your interior blinds is a matter of intent. Choose styles, colours, materials, and patterns that suit your space perfectly. Whether you’re interested in smart home technology or opaque shade, we’ve got indoor blinds for every home. Let us help you bring style and chic to your Melbourne home or office decor.