Pride of place

Built on a elevated section, this solid family home makes the most of its scenic situation. The design and construction are down to Cardinal Homes

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As the house is perched in the middle of a scenic environment, it made sense to maximise the view. Cardinal Homes specified blinds from New Zealand Window Shades for the project, says commercial manager Lois Hayson.

Luxaflex® 25mm Perfora Aluminium Venetian Blinds in silver were chosen for the living area, says Hayson.

"Their perforated slats create a translucent effect to maintain a subtle view of the outside even when the blinds are drawn."

The home's media room required a specific blind suited to its function. Luxaflex Roller Blinds were specified in Pearl Essence Orchid.

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"Finished in 100% blockout fabric with a subtle metallic effect, the blinds provide an optimum movie watching environment. When opened, they transform the space into a light-flooded room," says Hayson.

The colour co-ordinated blinds are dust and mould resistant, and have an easy to clean surface. Options of a metal chain and natural anodised or chrome finished bottom rails are available. White, ivory and black-painted rails further increase the decor options.

In the main bedroom, Luxaflex Duette® shades in Classic Flowering Cactus were installed.

"Their pleated honeycomb structure provides insulation while filtering through natural light. The blinds are finished in an anti-static fabric to repel dust," says Hayson. "Sunscreen Roller Blinds were installed in the kitchen and other bedrooms."

Luxaflex and Duette are registered trademarks of Hunter Douglas.

For more information, contact New Zealand Window Shades, 2-6 Niall Burgess Rd, Westfield Commercial Park, Mt Wellington, Auckland, phone (09) 574 2200, fax (09) 573 6198. Email: salesandmarketing@nzwindowshades.co.nz

Story by: Trendsideas

22 Oct, 2004

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