Flat roman shades in breezy light teal are selected to add simple sophistication to this lively versatile space. To in-keep with the retro flair around the apartment, grommet drapes with a repetitive geometrical pattern in brown/cream make an elegant yet playful statement while providing additional flexibility for configuring the natural light penetration into the room.

Advantages offered:

① Roman shades

• Clean, polished and controlled look without looking stiff
• Rich appearance and feel
• Permanent bottom fold allows to stack neatly when raised
• Privacy lining combined with interlining protect the material and provide great insulation along with complete privacy, body and fullness
• Top down / bottom up feature allows to control privacy while still letting light in

② Grommet Drapes

• Tailored made-to-measure look
• Allowance for drapes to stack-back assists in better natural light utilization
• Added length for small puddle effect enhances the finished look and is a great way to disguise uneven floors
• Drapes installation just below the ceiling provides for a dramatic effect and visually increases the ceiling height
• Since the window insulation is taken care of by interlining the roman shades, the drapes are left unlined to allow for the enhancement of the playful pattern during daylight times

A modern twist on a classic shade in the form of cellular shades is selected as the practical blackout solution when darkness is required in this space designed for rest and relaxation. The geometrical aspect of the single cell shade is another subtle hint of retro in the room. Sheer curtains ensure comfortable light penetration for times when natural light is allowed to enter. Their rich purple translucency adds to the indulgent atmosphere of this dramatic scheme.

Advantages offered:

① Cellular shades

• Highly energy efficient by trapping both hot and cold air within their cells
• Offer complete privacy when closed
• Top down / bottom up option allows to let light in through the top of the window while keeping the bottom closed for privacy
• Small stack height when raised to allow unobstructed view
• May reduce outdoor noise
• Easy installation
• Contemporary look

② Sheer curtains

• Glare reduction with day-time privacy
• Preserved view to the outside
• Warm light-filtering, airy effect
• Easy maintenance, machine washable
• Ready-mades are very affordable

Coherent Style

The soft furnishing items selected for this bedroom are intended to provide continuity throughout the scheme by way of pulling and linking its elements together, as follows:

• The contemporary-retro style is carried through in the geometric patterns (bedding, cushions), in the fluid shapes (upholstered chair), as well as in the black & white colour contrasts (striped square pillow).
• The subtly striped appearance of the cellular shades is effortlessly continued in the striped polka dots of the bedding, as well as in the texture of the white cushion.
• The deep dominant purple is a clearly present link, however in contained splashes to avoid an overpowering effect, and with the inclusion of highly textured accents (rose pillow) for an extra layer of interest.
• Modern clean white is the background link in this harmonious scheme where airy urban elegance is smoothly interlaced with chic mod sensibility.

Practical Advantages

From the so important comfort aspect, soft furnishings are unbeatable in providing softness and creating a warm, welcoming mood and feel. Each type of fabric used offers its own advantages:

• 100% natural fabric (Lacoste bedding set – 300 thread count 100% Egyptian cotton; Mazizmuse black & white pillow cover – 100% cotton): cotton is an excellent choice for bed linen and items that would come into direct contact with the skin due to its softness and ability to absorb moisture and keep cool; eco-friendly.
• Synthetic fabric (Ofelia white blanket – 80% polyester, 20% acrylic;, Fontella felt rose pillow cover – 100% polyester): durability, good insulating properties, ease of maintenance, hypoallergenic.
• Blend of natural and synthetic fibres (Ofelia white cushion cover – 75% cotton, 17% polyester, 8% nylon; Arne Jacobsen Swan chair – Hallingdal upholstery, 70% new wool, 30% viscose): the presence of a certain amount of synthetic fibres gives the advantage of a better shape holding quality of the item, less shrinkage during cleaning, less creasing, while still benefitting from the pleasing textures and tactile properties of the natural material.

Timeless roller shades are chosen for the windows in this modern home office space. A solar version is selected as a more advanced solution to better suite the purpose of this working space. A combination of black and metallic aids in creating unity around this dynamic environment.

Advantages offered:

• Block UV rays while still preserving the view to the outside
• Energy efficient through heat absorbency
• Minimize glare providing a comfortable work environment, especially for computer use
• Daytime privacy
• Provide protection against fading of fabrics and finishes
• Easy intuitive operation
• Easy installation and maintenance
• Clean, open, fuss-free look
• Good value window treatment

Coherent Style

While the use of soft furnishings may be somewhat limited in an office environment, an appropriate selection of such items, especially within a home work setting, can most certainly provide important benefits and help in achieving continuity and pulling the scheme together, as explained below:

• The contemporary-retro style is carried through in the geometric patterns (throw blanket), in the pronounced geometric shapes (upholstered sofa and ottoman), in the presence of retro prints (1956 pillow cover) as well as in the black & white colour contrasts.
• The black and silver contrast of the window treatment finds its continuation in the nuanced contrasts of the throw blanket and the “low ink” pillow.
• Energizing accents of intense “sunshine” yellow provide a link in the scheme by way of strong “pop-up” effect contrast.
• Efficient white is the background link in this activity-stimulating scheme where the no-nonsense working atmosphere is smoothly interlaced with chic mod sensibility.

Practical Advantages

From the so important comfort aspect, soft furnishings are unbeatable in providing softness and creating a warm, welcoming mood and feel. Each type of fabric used offers its own advantages:

• 100% natural fabric (“Black Ink Low” pillow cover – 100% cotton. Geometric blanket – 100% cotton): cotton is an excellent choice for items that would come into contact with the skin due to its inherent softness and ability to keep cool; eco-friendly.
• Synthetic fabric (1956 pillow cover – 100% recycled polyester; Angle sofa & ottoman upholstery – 80% non-woven polyester, 20% non-fibrous polyurethane binder): durability, sagging resistance, ease of maintenance, hypoallergenic.
• Blend of natural and synthetic fibres (Ampersand pillow cover – linen-rayon mix): the presence of a certain amount of synthetic fibres gives the advantage of a better shape holding quality of the item, less shrinkage during cleaning, less creasing, while still benefitting from the pleasing textures and tactile properties of the natural material.

Stylish interior plantation shutters are chosen for this chic bathroom. Vinyl is naturally chosen over wood as the material to best accommodate the functional requirements of a high moisture room. Unobtrusive off-white colour is certain to subtly contribute to the effortless elegance of this space.

Advantages offered:

• Moisture resistant
• Non-porous, non-absorbent permanent finish with UV protection
• Very easy to clean, less prone to mold and mildew
• Energy efficient though providing a good degree of thermal insulation
• Fire retardant and self-extinguishing
• Child and pet safe as there are no dangling cords
• Great control of light, privacy level and airflow achieved by tilting the rotating slats (louvers)
• Wider louvers typical of the plantation type shutters provide for better enjoyment of the outside view
• Will not chip, crack, warp, shrink, peel, or fade
• Light weight, strong, resistant to dents and scratches, and very long lasting

Versatile classic aluminium venetian blinds are chosen for the window in this contemporary kitchen. Chrome finish is selected for an unusual bold statement and to complement the use of highly polished metallic accents around this retro flavoured space.

Advantages offered:

• Light weight and easy to operate
• Provide good control for the amount of light entering the space as well as the level of privacy
• Allow for directing the natural light up or down thus assisting in its proper utilization
• Suitable for rooms where steam build-up may occur
• Fairly easy to install
• Easy to shorten if necessary
• Quite durable
• The aluminium slats are fire retardant
• Generally affordable