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7 ELEMENTS
OF DÉCOR
& DESIGN

From the world of fashion, Liu Jo Living
translates the craftsmanship, especially of
textiles, and the attitude to renewal. The
same concept of "changing clothes" also
applies to Toro: with extreme ease, the
coverings are removable and available in a
huge variety of fabrics and colors.
The idea of creating fully removable
seats is not only dictated by a choice
of style but responds to a need for
environmental sustainability: having the
possibility of replacing the outer shell
makes it possible to keep Liu Jo Living
products always alive and current without
having to change the entire structure.
A quality in step with the times Window Coverings
that require, more and more, a look at
environmental sustainability.
An ethical and aesthetic choice that can Luminos Offers Architectural Support
no longer be ignored when it comes to
furniture and design. s a specialist manufacturer of blinds Functional Considerations: Window

With Toro, Liu Jo Living, together with and shutters, Luminos Blinds can coverings should serve practical purposes
Simone Cagnazzo, wanted to create a Aprovide you with guidance and alongside their visual appeal. We can
collection that is perfectly suited to the expertise in selecting the right window advise on window treatments that provide
needs of contemporary living, with a style coverings for your architectural projects. privacy, light filtering, glare reduction,
that combines the very essence of comfort Whether you're designing a residential insulation, and sound absorption based
without compromising the functionality space, commercial building, or any other on the location and function of the
of the furniture. dw type of structure, window coverings play space. Additionally, we can recommend
a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetics, motorised or automated solutions for
www.liujoliving.com functionality, and energy efficiency of the convenience and accessibility.
space. Sustainability and Energy Efficiency:
Here's how we can assist you: Product Energy-efficient window coverings can
Selection: We can help you choose window significantly impact a building's energy regulations is essential in architectural
coverings that align with your design consumption. We can assist in choosing projects. We can help ensure that the selected
vision, budget, and project requirements. products that enhance thermal insulation, window coverings meet safety standards,
This includes blinds, shutters, and various reduce solar heat gain, and maximise fire ratings, and accessibility requirements,
other options including motorisation. natural light utilisation. This consideration ensuring a safe and legal design.
We'll consider factors such as material, contributes to sustainability goals and can Specifications and Documentation: We
style, operation mechanisms, and light lead to energy cost savings over time. can provide detailed specifications and
control to ensure the selected window Building Codes and Regulations: documentation for the window coverings
coverings meet your specific needs. Compliance with local building codes and
you decide to choose. This includes
technical information, installation
guidelines, maintenance instructions,
and any other relevant data required for
procurement and construction purposes.
Collaboration and Coordination: We
work closely with architects, interior
designers, contractors, and suppliers to
ensure seamless integration of window
coverings into the overall design. This
collaboration helps create a cohesive
aesthetic and functional environment.
Remember, every project is unique,
so feel free to provide specific details or
requirements, and we'll provide tailored
recommendations based on your needs.
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