Whether you are remodeling or moving to the lowcountry, we are seeing trends regarding what you need to elevate your windowscapes for this area. As your local window covering expert we specialize in interior window treatments, awnings, retractable screens, and storm protection.
Breaking up room design with textures, pattern and shade design.
We are seeing more homes choosing to use their windows as a way to break up a monotonous designed space. Many are choosing to add patterns and color with custom designed roman shades. If color or pattern isn’t your thing, you can keep the colors in the same design for the room use a textured shade. Woven woods and honeycombs are great for this. The shades have so much texture because of their design that it’s perfect for a home.
Treat your exterior to a facelift.
Don’t neglect your exterior! Curb appeal is very important for the property value of you and your neighbors homes. We are seeing the biggest trends in retractable awnings and bahama shutters. People are loving the cooling benefits of these products.
Retractable awnings can cool your outdoor entertainment areas by twenty degrees! A great way to enjoy and utilize more of your home year round with an awning. Upgrade your awning fit with features such as wind and sun sensors to automate retracting and deploying your awning. Retractable awnings can go up to forty foot wide and a fifteen foot projection.
Bahama shutters are a great option offering the island charm great for the lowcountry aesthetic. Bahama shutters are the triple threat offering privacy, shade for your indoors, and a pleasing design for your exterior. Upgrade your shutters with articulating louvers letting you fully open or close them all the way.You can also elect to have the arms of the shutters be operating or fixed for your perfect home.
We are also seeing more exterior retractable screens being installed in the area. Retractable screens are perfect to add some additional UV ray protection to your outdoor area without losing your view. With the lowest opening factor you can see 98% UV ray blockage; however the most common openness factor is 5% giving you the balanced viewing and UV block at 95%. These options are a great way to make your outdoor areas feel even better during the summer months.
Energy Efficient Options & Automation.
We are all about making our homes the most efficient we can. Many of the homeowners we talk to have 3 main objectives: privacy, cost, and hassle free options. Well we can solve this one shade and one lift mechanism. We are seeing honeycomb shades becoming increasingly popular for their energy efficient ratings. The design of the shade creates insulating pockets trapping air so your home stays cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Some have reported saving money on their electric bill too! Speaking of saving, some honeycomb shades and fabrics qualify for a tax credit. Who doesn’t love extra money at tax season?!
Other customers are choosing to automate. Say goodbye to remembering to open or close your shades through the day. With motorized shades, you can set scenes and times for your shades to operate without it even being a thought to you. Too advanced? Settle for a remote to open or close all your shades.
We hope these few trending topics give you some ideas to elevate your windowscapes this year. If you are ready to look into options let us give you the best window covering experience in the lowcountry.
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