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1. Window Treatment
Trends in 2015
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2. The year 2015 has only started, but the window treatment industry is
already seeing trends including technology and functionality factors. Some of
the renowned trends are the following:
Wood and natural textures are returning as a trend. For this, Asian
inspired draperies use more bamboo for its sustainable and environmentally
friendly quality. Bamboo allows diffused light in and also offers privacy. It
also works in many different environments.
Grosgrain is a durable, closely
woven ribbed textile usually of silk or
rayon materials. It is used as a
ribbon detailing on blinds. This strong
fabric provides sturdy structure for
fabric draperies without ruining style.
Technology plays such a huge role
in window blinds with the remote
controlled closing and opening.
Layering fabrics with high-thread-
count cottons is one trend sure to
cosy up a window.

3. Green design is becoming a popular trend from consumers looking to
combat allergies to those looking for heat or cold-repellent window panels.
Performance fabrics have also gone “green”, with anti-microbial, anti-fungal
traits woven into the yarn or offered as a topical spray, stain-resistant and
mildew-free.
The colour blue is becoming the new “red” in the window treatment
industry with a variety of ocean hues in aquamarine, soft green and teal.
Soft lavender rounds out the soothing part of the ocean and sky palette.
Warm colours like persimmon, gold and orange work as jewel tones, while
brown continues to dominate as the new basic.

4. Panel-track systems made of woven-wood panels streamline
treatments and create a silhouette against the window that
modernizes any room. This easily covers large windows and may also
serve as room dividers.
Window treatments are one of the most important elements of a
beautiful home. The trends above only shows that people are not just
focusing on the aesthetic value of window treatments, but are keen on
functionality and practical benefits as well.

5. Resources:
The Blinds Gallery- http://theblindsgallery.com.au/
HGTV- http://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/window-
treatments/10_top_window_treatment_trends-pictures
UKCES- http://www2.ca.uky.edu/hes/fcs/FACTSHTS/ct-epe-215.PDF