Glazing is increasingly becoming used as a feature piece in buildings thanks, in part, to a desire to implement biophilic design. With this, a huge array of fantastic shapes and sizes have come onto the market, and, with such brilliantly shaped windows, it makes sense to complement them with a blind or shutter which neatly fits the structure.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking shading devices are limited to standard shapes and sizes of glass but even circular windows can be shaded using pleated, roller or Venetian blinds or even shutters.

But it doesn’t end at circles – almost shape of glazing can have a shading device fitted be it triangular, rhomboid or a mix of different shapes! You name the shape and there’s almost definitely someone in the shading industry who can help shade it.

Beyond the obvious visual benefits of considering adding a blind or shutter to your window, there are other reasons why you should complement your glass with a blind or shutter. For a start, the comfort and energy saving benefits are clear to see.

Open your shading in the morning and let the light flood in and heat the building in the winter. When the clouds come over, close the blind and keep the warmth in and use them the opposite way when there is too much light or heat. And you needn’t even be there to do this…

Like most things in life, the shading industry is currently undergoing a bit of a technological revolution. When it comes to operating blinds, shutters and awnings, motorisation is an option which is now offered across the board by BBSA members and brings with it a number of benefits.

You can connect your blinds to your smart device and home hub so you don’t have to get off the sofa to close them or you can set a timer to close them automatically if you’re not there.

Motorisation is also inherently child safe. Raising awareness of the importance of window blind safety is the shading industry’s top priority and because operation is done via neatly concealed motors, this eliminates the need for operating cords and chains. Visit www.makeitsafe.org.uk for more information.

Furthermore, automation also brings the added benefit of increased security. Windows and glazing can be a security weak point in your home or business but with motorisation you can close your blinds or shutters wherever you are and whenever you want for peace of mind while you’re not there.

To discuss your shaped shading requirement speak to your local BBSA member.