The Sunshine Coast boasts a pretty special lifestyle – laid-back yet sophisticated, often embracing the beauty of nature while enjoying modern comforts. When it comes to window treatments, striking the right balance between functionality and style is key. Here's a guide to the best windows, shutters, and blinds for your Sunny Coast home.
Capturing the Light: Windows for Queensland Living
Maximising Views: Fortunate to have stunning ocean vistas or lush hinterland views? Floor-to-ceiling windows are a must-have for framing the best that the Sunshine Coast has to offer. Aluminium framed windows are a popular choice due to their durability in the coastal environment.
Stacking Doors and Bi-Folds: Blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living with expansive stacking doors or bi-fold doors. These allow for seamless access to patios, decks, and balconies, creating a sense of spaciousness and connection with the outdoors.
Shutters: Timeless Elegance for Sunshine Coast Homes
Plantation Shutters: Timber shutters add a touch of timeless elegance and sophistication to any Sunshine Coast home. They offer excellent heat and sound insulation, making them ideal for regulating the indoor temperature year-round. Choose lighter coloured timber shutters like white to create a bright sense of openness and complement the clean coastal aesthetic.
Polyresin Shutters: For a more budget-friendly option that offers great durability and weather resistance, consider polyresin shutters. They are available in a wide range of colours and styles, allowing you to find a perfect match for your home. Opt for light, neutral colours in a plantation shutter style for a classic look.
Aluminium Shutters: Aluminium shutters are another excellent choice for coastal areas due to their exceptional resistance to rust and corrosion. They offer a sleek, modern aesthetic and are perfect for creating a contemporary beach vibe. Consider a powder-coated finish in a light colour like white or a soft grey for a clean and airy look.
Blinds: Tailored Solutions for Sunshine Coast Style
Venetian Blinds: Venetian blinds offer exceptional light control and privacy, making them a versatile choice for any room. Choosing a light, reflective colour like white or cream can help bounce light around the room and create a sense of spaciousness.
Panel Glide Blinds: Panel glide blinds are ideal for large windows and sliding doors. They offer a chic and easy to operate option for light control and privacy. Panel Glide blinds come in a huge range of fabrics and colours to complement your own individual style and décor, and are available in block-out, privacy and sunscreen opacity to give your room the perfect ambience and protection.
Awnings and Outdoor Blinds: Extend your living space and create a protected outdoor area with outdoor blinds. Extend your poolside living with easy-to-operate, stylish folding arm awnings. Choose Zipscreens to create an amazing indoor-outdoor vibe and seamlessly connect your living spaces. While balcony blinds offer both privacy and weather protection, often beneficial in our coastal environment.
Practical Considerations for Coastal Homes: Beyond Style
Sun Protection: The Queensland sun can be harsh. Look for window treatments that offer UV protection to safeguard your furniture and flooring from fading. Consider installing awnings or shade sails over particularly sun-exposed windows for added protection.
Insect Control: Living on the Sunshine Coast means co-existing with nature, including insects. Opt for window treatments that allow for ventilation while still deterring unwanted visitors. Look for blinds with fine mesh inserts or consider installing insect screens on your windows and doors.
Moisture Resistance: The Sunshine Coast experiences high humidity levels, particularly during summer. Choose window treatments made from moisture-resistant materials like aluminium, vinyl, or certain types of fabric. Opt for blinds with a smooth finish that is easy to wipe clean and maintain.
From breathtaking views to a relaxed coastal vibe, your Sunshine Coast home deserves window treatments that enhance its style and functionality. Let us help you create that cohesive coastal look, with an interior that reflects our beautiful Queensland coastline.
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