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WINDOW
TREATMENTS

Window Treatments

by Stienie Greyling

ike the ebbs and flows of life, décor
trends come and go in the styling
Lworld. While we moved through
another year, so did the many window
treatment fashions and designs.
Window treatments are a necessary part
of any home and they can also be a great
way to add some style and personality.
One of the biggest movements in
window treatments this year is multi-
functionality. Homeowners and business
owners alike are looking for window
coverings that can do more than just
provide privacy or block out the sun.
They want window treatments that can Other popular options are sheer shades that can be controlled with a touch of
serve as both functional and decorative that allow natural light to come through a button to shutters that automatically
elements in the space. while still providing privacy when desired. open or close depending on the time of
Some popular examples of multi- The soft, flowing nature of these treatments the day.
functional window treatments include provide an elegant minimalistic solution This trend is especially popular among
roller shades with built-in black out lining that blends seamlessly into the window homeowners who want to make their
or dual shades that offer both a light and surrounding décor. home more energy efficient. By using
filtering and room darkening shade in one. While minimalism is on the rise, that smart technology in window treatments,
After years of maximalism in design, the doesn’t mean that homeowners and it can help keep the temperature inside a
pendulum has swung back in the direction business owners are shying away from home regulated while also reducing the
of minimalism. This is especially apparent bold colours and patterns. This year we energy bill.
in the world of window treatments, where are seeing an increasing trend toward When it comes to the impression
simple, understated designs are becoming more colourful window treatments. Some a window treatment creates, texture
increasingly popular. popular examples of this trend include
One great example of a minimalist brightly coloured and energy efficient
window treatment are roller shades cellular honeycomb shades. Cellular honeycomb shades
which have quickly become the fastest Smart technology is everywhere, and
selling window treatment in the market. that includes becoming one of the top
Their sleek modern design appeals to the window treatment trends 2022 will bring.
minimalistic trend. Smart technology can include anything

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