This article examines the interior design styles which were popular across Europe following on from 'hygge', a Scandinavian style which puts homeliness at its heart. There’s a look at the key features of each succeeding style, as well as how shutters can fit in with every new trend.
This article looks at some of the features which interior design experts are predicting are likely to be included in many home and business improvement projects in the months ahead – including natural wooden shutters, which The Bespoke Shutter Company supply and install.
Full-length shutters, which are sometimes known as full-height shutters, are one of the options which The Bespoke Shutter Company supplies and installs. This article looks at the specific advantages this particular style provides homeowners and businesses.
The kitchen may be one of the harder rooms in the house to go or stay 'green'. It's usually a hive of activity, and it can be difficult to change the habits of a lifetime (and to find the time to do it). However, there are some simple ways in which you can cut the carbon footprint in your kitchen, whether you are talking about saving on design, heat, light or food or in ways you may not have thought of, like installing kitchen shutters.
Over the centuries, shutters have been fitted to the outside of properties, as well as to the inside. Here, The Bespoke Shutter Company, who can design and install made-to-measure interior shutters in North London and further afield, look at the history of both types of window fitting, and why the internal variety offers several advantages over its external counterpart.
Sustainability has been one of the watchwords when it comes to interior design trends for the last few years. The Bespoke Shutter Company design and install natural wood shutters in North London, Hertfordshire and Essex. In this article, we provide some top tips on how to create an eco-friendly lounge, which should look stylish, help the planet, and save you money on your bills.
One of our most asked questions at The Bespoke Shutter Company is whether you need planning permission to have any plantation shutters installed – whether you live in London, Essex, Hertfordshire or elsewhere in the UK.
The New Year is almost upon us – but what will 2025 mean for interior decoration? Here the Bespoke Shutter Company, who supply stylish shutters in London, Herts and Essex, look at some of the interior design trends which are likely to feature in homes across the UK in the months ahead.
Interest in attic loft conversions has surged in recent years, with the number of internet searches for the terms peaking during the recent coronavirus lockdowns.
Even though there are plenty of options when it comes to the colours your shutters can be, most people prefer to stick to either white or off-white.
Working from home is now a permanent arrangement for many people; companies have realised that their employees can be just as effective and productive without coming into the office.
Shutters take many forms in different countries, thanks to the variations in climate and culture.
The Bespoke Shutter Company’s name isn’t an accident – we chose it to reflect the products and services we offer. But what does the word 'bespoke' actually mean, and how is this an advantage for you?
The New Year is barely a month away, and with it comes a whole new set of interior design transformations and styles. These will be dictated by a variety of factors – ranging from the financial and practical, to the quirky and idiosyncratic.
Solid window shutters were originally used as an alternative to glass. In medieval and Victorian times, glass was so expensive that not many people could afford it, and a solid wooden shutter was the best way of providing people with security.
The onset of summer means that many more people will be spending time in their conservatories or considering adding one to their home.
Window shutters have evolved from something which is purely practical into something that can be both functional and stylish. The earliest examples of shutters were the only way of controlling the amount of heat and light that entered a home because both glass and curtains weren’t affordable for ordinary people until the 17th century.
The New Year is always a good time to declutter; removing the Christmas tree and all the decorations and cards will allow you to take stock of your home and think about giving it a refresh. But what styles should you go for to ensure you are keeping up with the latest trends?
Windows haven’t always been square or rectangular. They can come in some very unusual shapes and sizes, with one or two of the reasons for their design being as unusual as the windows themselves.
Shutters, at first glance, might seem an unusual choice for a window covering in a nursery. After all, it’s not as if your new arrival will be able to appreciate some of their finer points.
Rising fuel prices means families across the country are now looking at ways of cutting the size of their heating bills - and one of the key ways of doing this is to have made-to-measure shutters installed on your windows. Here the Bespoke Shutter Company, who specialise in supplying and installing plantation shutters in London and Hertfordshire, look at some of the reasons why they are so cost-effective – and provide some tips on how to maximise their energy efficiency.
Patio and French doors have been among the more popular home improvements of the past few years, as people like the idea of having an uninterrupted view of their own back garden and the world beyond. However, this can create some challenges when it comes to making sure your home is safe and secure, as well as regulating the temperature when they are open.