Clayton Sceats is at the forefront of trends and innovations in window furnishing trends. As commercial director of Lahood Window Furnishings he has worked with many of New Zealand’s leading architects and builders on a diverse range of projects.
Automation is the future
Technology has accelerated at a pace that has changed just about every aspect of life and a smart home is one the most noticeable design trends for renovations and new builds. Homeowners are increasingly selecting automation systems to control curtains, blinds and other items throughout the home.
This technology provides numerous benefits. Child safety, for example, is often a concern for homeowners and a motorised system is an ideal cordless solution that combines safety, style, and convenience. Homeowners can also open and close their window furnishings at the touch of a button, as well as schedule their window coverings to operate at set times. This keeps a room warm in winter and cool and summer.
In renovated villa style homes that include modern extensions, a dual approach can be implemented. Automation can be retrofitted to the existing part of the house using traditional shutters or curtains, in keeping with the style of the house and then using the same automation system we can automate blinds in the modern extension.
“A favourite moment on a project was watching 120 motorised roller blinds rise and fall together. This was a technically skilful project for a home in Mairangi Bay, where the blinds needed to work individually as well as a group,” says Clayton.
One thing is for certain; curtains, blinds or shutters shouldn’t be an afterthought at the end of the project. “They are a major part of a room visually, and something that you will interact with every day, so it’s vital you achieve an end result that is both beautiful and practical,” explains Clayton.
“It’s important to note, if you are considering motorising any window furnishings that you plan early so wiring and electrical work can be prepared well in advance,” he adds.
Lahood works closely with home owners, architects, builders and electricians from early planning stages through to installation.
With over 35 years in the industry Lahood have the products and experience to ensure a perfect solution is provided to suit your needs. Feel free to visit our showroom to see a motorised blind, curtain and shutter demonstration, or book a FREE consultation.
LAHOOD, 104 Mt Eden Road, T: 09 638 8463, www.lahood.co.nz
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