Designing with Natural Woven Shades
Window shades woven from natural materials like bamboo, grasses, woods, and reeds became popular in the United States starting in the 1970s as homeowners turned to sustainable materials in home design. However, the rich history of natural fiber shades started in ancient times, when Egyptians wove papyrus to produce window coverings that shaded them from intense sun. Romans also used hemp to make shades that protected them from the wind and dust from the road. Today, natural woven shades create a cozy and relaxed vibe in farmhouse, bohemian, and coastal-style homes worldwide.
At Accent Window Fashions, we find that our clients love natural woven shades because they add a grounding element to any room and act as a great filter to the Midwest sun, creating gentle patterns as light gently filters in. Let's discuss designing with natural woven shades in depth so you can decide if these will be your home's next upgrade:
Woven Shades from Hunter Douglas Create Soft, Natural Light Throughout Your Home
The natural materials of Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades bring the outdoors inside. We carry several different styles of these shades to create unique, soft lighting situations throughout your home.
- Hunter Douglas Provenance® Woven Wood Shades warm up any room stylistically. They are especially trendy in sunrooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Plus, they come in various styles and custom fits. Picture yourself reading and relaxing in the sunroom as sunlight filters through the woven vertical drapery on your sliding glass door, creating a glow all around you. Then, as the day comes to a close, imagine gathering around the living room with family for board games. The elegant woven waterfall Roman shades diffuse the pink hues of sunset light, creating a cozy, relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding together. Then, the next morning, your simple and functional Roman shades gently mute the bright morning sun, setting a calm, refreshing tone to start the day.
- Choose refined organic fibers from the Alustra Collection® of fabrics with Alustra® Woven Textures® Roman Shades, Alustra® Woven Textures® Roller Shades, or Alustra® Architectural Roller Shades. Made from linens, cottons, tweeds, and other materials derived from nature, you can enjoy the diffused look of natural light with these roller-style or Roman shades.
Add Natural Charm to Bring Out the Best in Popular Design Profiles
Woven shades fit well into any design scheme, but are especially beloved in farmhouse, boho, and rustic interior design styles:
- Farmhouse Style: The natural fibers of woven shades by Hunter Douglas pair beautifully with the vintage look of farmhouse chic. Behind every farmhouse aesthetic is the value of simplicity, and woven shades don't overcomplicate a room—they add just the right amount of warmth and depth without overwhelming the space.
- Boho Style: The boho style is all about eclectic charm and earthy tones, which is why woven materials are found throughout a boho home. The gentle sunlight that woven shades diffuse across the room is a gorgeous backdrop for vibrant throw pillows and hanging plants. Without a doubt, these shades make boho homes even more inviting.
- Rustic Style: When you walk into a rustic home, you'll most likely find an living space with wood floors, crisp white walls, and hints of natural shades. Woven shades add just enough texture to ground the space while keeping the look fresh and inviting, like a breath of fresh air.
Nebraska's Choice for Natural Woven Shades
Whatever your interior design theme is and whichever room you're shopping for, we have woven shades from Hunter Douglas to enhance your space.
At Accent Window Fashions, we're proud to serve Omaha, Papillion, Gretna, La Vista, Elkhorn, Bellevue, Bennington, Valley, Fremont, Blair, Fort Calhoun, and Arlington, NE.
Reach out to one of our expert team members, and let us help you find the perfect woven shades to bring warmth, style, and natural beauty into your home.
