Complementing a building with timber components

摘要

Timber doors, windows and blinds each play different roles in a building, and complete the overall look of a building. It is most unlikely to find a building without a single window or door. It is also unusual to find an entire building with completely bare windows that don't have blinds or shutters. Market trends are always changing; something that is in demand today, might not be in demand in a few months or weeks. Window shutters are ideal for various reasons including the provision of privacy, controlling sunlight that enters a room and to enhance the looks of a building. Shutters typically consist of a frame of vertical stiles and horizontal rails. Anthony Mederer, managing director at Taylor Blinds & Shutters, explains that current trends are leaning more towards lighter colours. "White painted timber is still the most popular finish, however there is an increasing trend to light wood finishes such as oak and grey washed effects," he explains. According to Swartland's in-house architect, Arno Britz, market research over the years has indicated that people choose wooden windows and doors because of their beauty. With that comes various trends divided into various categories explained by Britz as follows:A major drive in architectural design today is merging the indoor and outdoor spaces.