Curating beauty from symmetry and precision is a timeless art that is perfected to the hilt in geometric patterns. From the Celtic knots of Gothic decor and the ginghams of country cottages to the bold stripes and chevrons of modern streamlined homes, geometric patterns have been staples in home decor for ages now and have garnered renewed interest among ‘clean-line loyalists’ in recent times. So, whether you’re seeking to be trend-right or traditionally classic, geometric patterns are the gateway. It is to this tried-and-true world of beauty that The White Window invites you with its made-to-measure geometric roman blinds.
Although in essence, all geometric patterns are made of simple shapes, they come in varied degrees of complexity, different flavours and unique personalities that suit different decor styles and tastes. That leaves you with a wide gamut of choice making it easy to find one that suits your home’s aesthetic leanings. But, it can also get tricky sometimes to discern which one is most suitable for your specific settings and how it can further your vision. Stay with us as our roman blind experts dig into their decades-long experience and share their most dependable tips for stylising any space with the right set of geometric blinds. On to the tips -
Scale to Meet the Aesthetic Goal
No matter which geometric pattern you choose, its scale must relate to the settings it will be introduced to. It must forward the aesthetic goal keeping the size of the window and the dimensions of the room in mind. So, begin with defining the design intent. Do you intend to create a focal point with your geometric roman blinds or do you wish to add a moment of allure moderately? Once you have the answer to that, you can start checking for the other two aspects - the dimensions of the room and the window.
If you choose a large size print for a small window, you cannot expect the blind to present the pattern tastefully because it will get cut at unexpected points rather curtly. Instead, if you choose a small-scale print, it will look proportionate for the size of the window and the pattern will have enough room to be showcased well.
Secondly, the grander scheme of the room also matters. If the pattern’s size does not correspond to the size of the room, it can topple the whole design. A grand-sized pattern can easily overwhelm a small room because it is commanding to the eye. Au contraire, a petite pattern can go out of sight in a large room because smaller elements escape attention on a grander visual scape.
However, both these aspects must be seen through the lens of the goal. So, if you intend your geometric blinds to be the centrepiece, go generous with the scale while staying in tune with the room’s and window’s optical real estate. If otherwise, let it blend with the decor by going moderate with the scale.
Let the Goal Inform the Palette
As with scale, so with the palette - your geometric roman blinds should voice your room’s overall palette but also be in tune with the motive. So, your choice must hinge on whether you’re looking to make your geometric blind the lead or one of the supporting actors.
If you’re aiming to create a focal point, go for bold colours, saturated versions or high-degree contrasts. And, go for polished clean-lined finishes rather than washed-out hues or blurred lines that will reduce the visual impact of the pattern. Mystery Twist’s abstract geometric print in the classic high-contrast combination of black and white is an apt example.
On the contrary, if you want your geometric blinds to lie low and be one of the several patterned elements in the room or if you want them to create visual interest subtly, look for mellow colours, non-saturated finishes and low contrast combinations. So, if you want to stick to a red, go for a muted version like pastel crimson or terracotta as in Vintage Rose. Or, better still, look for soft or neutral colours as they are not as compelling. Also, look for subtle contrasts such as that of cream and white or beige and brown as in Flame Stitch. Another way to tone down the energy is to go for fade-out finishes or blurry low-definition silhouettes as in Crotone’s wavy grid pattern in a blush pink-white combination.
Tune the Intricacy Level
Although geometric patterns are made of basic shapes like circles, squares, triangles and the like, they can be as simplistic or complex as any other pattern. The degree of complexity will depend on two factors - the elaborateness of the motif and the frequency of its repetition.
For example, a check print can be as simple as graph check or as detailed as the multi-grid Scottish tartan. Similarly, the layout can be an ‘all-over’ sweeping display or a ‘scattered’ lineup with regular intervals.
Depending on whether you want your geometric blinds to look visually compelling or quiet, modern or classic, minimalist or maximalist, pick the intricacy level that suits you right together with a supportive palette and scale.
Check Artist Impression’s bold chevrons for an example. It has a moderate level of intricacy but a loud palette and large scale, making it a compelling sight. In comparison, Apple Icing’s intricate patterns are easy on the eye because of its neutral palette and petite scale.
As far as the choice between the all-over layout and scattered layout is concerned, it is largely a matter of taste. If you are looking for a big visual impact in a plain monochrome setting, the all-over layout is more promising. If you want the pattern to stand out and receive more focused attention rather than the blind as a whole, the scattered layout is the winner.
Voice the Decor Style
Since geometric patterns have been around for ages, they also come in all sorts of styles that can range from ornate classical to bold eclectic and modern streamlined ones. The White Window’s collection of geometric roman blinds is a comprehensive gamut that embraces them all. So, pick a geometric pattern that resonates with the specific characteristics of your decor style.
If your style is rustic retro, pick a tried-and-true vintage print like plaid or tartan or a houndstooth like California Dream, but if it is modish, try a burnt orange chevron like Gadmen. The Navajo-inspired Aged Whiskey and Kilim-inspired Carmine Party may suit an eclectic home’s globalised tastes while a contemporized lattice-themed blind like Butter Beans can blend with the hybrid flavours of transitional homes.
A Victorian home delights in an ornate gilded damask like Ryder or an ogee-damask like Rustic Fall while a quirky modern home prides itself in a clean-lined abstract striped blind like Cancun. Again, Snowcapped relates to mid-century modern themes, Flower Fragrance offers playful elements with its triangle fest and Combed Pearl offers a feminine edge to a diamond pattern with its floral embroidery.
No matter what decor style you follow or what palette, you are sure to find a geometric patterned blind that rhymes with your home’s style-specific details. So, meander through our wide collection and find that fitting piece that will be the mouthpiece of your decor style.
Mix and Match with Other Patterns
Geometric blinds can single-handedly change the visual appeal of the entire room if so wished. But, they can also be great collaborators that lend their voice to create a symphony of harmonious notes. And so, if you want your home to be a tuneful melody of patterns, this is how you go about mixing and matching them -
CREATE CONTRASTS: Play with shapes to make the most of pattern play. Pair curved edges with straight lines and asymmetry with symmetry. Together, they make a harmonious blend as opposed to the sinuous complexity and excessive softness of a ‘curves only’ approach and the uncomfortable appeal of a ‘straight on straight’ pattern mix. So, for example, a large-scale vintage floral print would be a great pair for candy stripes.
DIFFER IN SCALE: If your blind’s pattern is large scale, bring small and medium-scale patterns to the picture. Avoid another grandiose print to keep the two patterns from vying for attention. And, if your blind is a medium or small-scale print, you can bring a larger print into the scene without second thoughts. Pairing patterns of different scales helps to generate visual interest at different visual ranges so that the space looks engaging but not overwhelming.
ADHERE TO A PALETTE: While the patterns should differ in scale and shape, they should always agree on the palette. The colours should at least loosely connect with the general palette of the room. In this way, the patterns will appear to belong to each other despite their differences.
KEEP TO THE DECOR STYLE: In the urge to mix patterns, don’t lose sight of the decor style that is supposed to take shape as each element gets added to the design. So, for example, a modern abstract print cannot find room in a country cottage easily. But, if it is an eclectic space, mixing patterns of different eras and ethnicities only furthers the core agenda. So, move with the decor style when picking patterns to go with your geometric blinds.
INTERPOLATE SOLIDS: Layering pattern upon pattern creates visual interest, but only when sufficiently complemented by plain colours and neutral spaces. If not, it will only end up as visual clutter that is uncomfortable for the eye to see and the mind to process. So, buffer your patterns with solids and let them enhance each other.
And, that’s how you create a harmonious blend of patterns with your geometric blind chiming in with the right intonations at the right time!
In Closing
Whether it is to introduce an element of visual interest to a bland room or to add a playful rhythm to a lighthearted space, geometric blinds can execute it to the full. Geometric patterns ground the space with their visually stimulating mix of simple shapes using symmetry and repetition. The roman shade features the magnificence of that flawless precision with the utmost integrity and visual impact on its smooth uncluttered frontage, making it almost double up as an art installation. If you want to weave such moments of optical delight into your home, The White Window’s geometric roman blinds are just for you.
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